Olivia Walker

I am a junior at Saint Joseph’s University, majoring in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Business, with a minor in Health Administration. I am actively involved in a variety of campus organizations that have allowed me to grow as both a leader and a member of the community. I am a member of Alpha Phi Omega, a national service fraternity, where I currently serve as Vice President of Communications. In this role, I manage our chapter’s social media presence (@aposju) and support outreach efforts across our organization. Through Alpha Phi Omega, I have also had the opportunity to participate in weekly service at Samuel J. Gompers Elementary School, located just behind our campus, which has been an especially meaningful way for me to connect with the local community. In addition, I am involved in PILOT (Pharmaceutical Industry Leaders of Tomorrow) and Student Philanthropy. These experiences have allowed me to build both professional skills and a deeper appreciation for service, leadership, and giving back.

"As someone who is from a smaller town, two hours away from Hawk Hill, coming to Saint Joseph's University was both exciting and an uncertain step for me. It meant leaving behind what was familiar to me for so many years, and taking a chance on a new place that I hoped would eventually feel like home. Thanks to the support of this community and the generosity of the donors who invest in students such as myself, that leap of faith has turned into one of the most meaningful and unforgettable experiences of my life. My motivation to give back comes form a deep sense of gratitude. I have been given opportunites I thought I only could dream of to grow as a student, a leader, and a member of the community that truly values service and connection. Because of this support, I have been able to get involved with organizations such as Alpha Phi Omega, PILOT, and Student Philanthropy, where I have not only developed professionally but also formed lifelong friendships that have shaped my college experience. Giving, to me, is about paying forward the opportunities I've reached. It is about ensuring that other students, especially those coming from smaller towns like mine (shoutout Rutherford, NJ), have the same chance to find their place, get involved, build meaningful relationships, and feel supported along the way. Supporting these causes means continuing to build a community that uplifts one another, both on Hawk Hill and beyond. THE HAWK WILL NEVER DIE!"