Varsity Athletics
A main strength of mine is the ability to work well in a team. I’ve been an athlete my whole life, playing just about every sport you can think of. Being an athlete has taught me discipline, given me a strong work ethic and solid time management skills, and most importantly, taught me the value of teamwork. As a dual-sport collegiate student-athlete, I’m constantly working toward shared goals where everyone has a part to play. Being in so many different team environments has shown me that everyone brings something unique and valuable to the table. It’s a real strength to recognize those differences and understand that you don’t have to do everything on your own. While I may not be able to run as fast as some of my teammates on the field hockey field, I have some of the best reaction time, which is why I’m a goalie and not a forward. And I may not be able to slow down my dives enough to stick a landing off the three-meter board, so that’s why I specialize in the one-meter. Everyone contributes something important to a team, and my skill is recognizing and appreciating that. I’ll always thrive in team environments, and I know I can help others do the same.
2025 UMW Field Hockey Roster
https://umweagles.com/sports/field-hockey/roster/erin-roy/16940
2025-2026 UMW Diving Roster
https://umweagles.com/sports/womens-swimming-and-diving/roster/erin-roy/17280
Resident Assistant
I was a Resident Assistant for two of my four years at UMW. My time as an RA taught me how to be a leader, how to build community, how to problem-solve creatively, and how to work as part of a team in a professional setting. One of the tasks RA’s are responsible for is decorating their floor once they move in. While this may not seem important at first, without these decorations the residence halls don’t feel as warm or welcoming for students who have to make the building their home for the entire school year.
My sophomore year, which was also my first year as an RA, I themed my floor around classic horror movies. I made bulletin boards and door decorations that each corresponded to a different film. Not only did this add color and personality to the halls, but it also sparked conversations with my residents that helped us bond throughout the year.
Another way I worked to build community in my hall was by hosting events once a month. One of my favorites was in November, when we all made hand turkeys together. After everyone finished theirs, I hung them up outside my room. My residents told me that seeing their creations displayed made the space feel more like home and helped them feel comfortable coming to me whenever they needed anything.
Bulletin Boards designed for my first year as an RA
Hand Turkeys created and hung up in my residence hall.
