The outlook is positive

The outlook is positive

Hello everyone! As I was recently named the incoming Executive Director for the Erickson Merkel Foundation, I’d like to take a moment to recap on some things that happened so far this year as well as what we’re looking forward to in the next 12 months....
Workhorse Scholar Q & A: Jessica Oliva

Workhorse Scholar Q & A: Jessica Oliva

Erickson Merkel Foundation: Tell us a little bit about your family and friends growing up, and any positive effect that they had on your formative years. Jessica Oliva: Being the eldest of two immigrant parents, I learned early on how my family was very different than...
Workhorse Scholar Q & A: Claire Mathias

Workhorse Scholar Q & A: Claire Mathias

Erickson Merkel Foundation: Tell us a little bit about your family and friends growing up, and any positive effect that they had on your formative years. Claire Mathias: My childhood was spent on a five-acre piece of typical Iowa. Even though we weren’t farmers, we...
Workhorse Scholar Q & A: Lauren Volkman

Workhorse Scholar Q & A: Lauren Volkman

Erickson Merkel Foundation: Tell us a little bit about your family and friends growing up, and any positive effect that they had on your formative years. Lauren Volkman: My parents have always been very supportive of me. They always encourage me to do my best in...