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Erin Schlegel, Secret Opera Singer and Chocolate Addict

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at CUA chapter.

Name: Erin Schlegel

Hometown: Millstone, New Jersey

Year: Junior

Major: Biology

Sport: Cross Country, Winter and Spring Track

 

 

Fun Fact: “I actually sing opera!”

Favorite Thanksgiving Tradition: “My family has more dessert than we have actual food! So, my favorite thing is trying all of the pies and cheesecake and cookies. And everyone has to try one of everything…it’s rule!”

Favorite Catholic Memory: “Winning Conferences for cross country freshman year”

Biggest pet peeve: “When girls wear heels that they can’t walk in. I can’t stand that.”

Celebrity crush: Jake Gyllenhaal

Best Class: “I’m going to sound like such a nerd, but Genetics!”

Favorite Thanksgiving Food: “Stuffing…I love stuffing. I love eating in general!”

Advice to Freshman: “Be open to trying out a bunch of new things in college, but don’t overcommit yourself!”

Favorite Place to Eat in DC: Old Ebbitt Grill

Guilty pleasure: “I have so many…but I guess eating chocolate before breakfast”

Embarrassing Confession: “Sometimes when I feel really awkward in a situation I pretend like I am getting a phone call and answer the phone and walk away…it works very well.”

What She is Thankful for This Year: “My family, my friends, and my dogs!”