Erin Smith joined the Center for Global Engagement in 2022 as the Study Abroad Outreach & Partnerships Coordinator. Erin collaborates with departments across campus and internationally to increase student engagement, oversees marketing efforts, and leads CGE's Global Ambassador program. She also serves as a program director for New Dukes Abroad in Germany and the JMU Internship in Germany.

Erin received her BA from Virginia Tech and her MA in Public Administration from JMU. Prior to joining CGE, she produced and managed community events with Harrisonburg Downtown Renaissance.

Erin is passionate about facilitating group experiences that create opportunities for meaningful connections. She loves to hear students’ stories from their time abroad and is excited to share CGE's mission across campus and internationally.

In her free time, she enjoys neighborhood walks with her family, reading, and falling asleep on the couch while watching Gardener's World.