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Erin Swancutt

Director of Graduate Studies Operations

Education 
Erin holds a Master of Arts in Education with an emphasis in Postsecondary Education Student Affairs from the University of Northern Iowa and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Community Sociology from Wartburg College, where she also completed the Leadership Certificate Program. 

Professional Experience 
With nearly 20 years of experience in higher education and student services, Erin has supported students in discovering their vocation through roles in career services, admissions advising, and new student orientation. Her work focuses on program development and building strong community partnerships. 

Beyond the Classroom 
Erin served as an AmeriCorps*VISTA member for two years, focusing on volunteer management and community building. Her favorite quote—“Believe you can and you’re halfway there”—guides her approach to leadership and growth. 

What She Enjoys Most About Working with Graduate Students 
Erin is excited about the growth of Wartburg’s graduate programs and values their strong sense of community, mission-driven education, and faculty-student connection. 

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