Photo: SLU Saints Hockey.
During her senior year at Northwood, Meghan “Meg” Crowley used her time to the fullest. She excelled in every priority in her life, including academics, athletics, and friendships that developed into family. Even though she was in her first year, she quickly became an exemplary student. Her quiet work ethic never went unnoticed. She graduated at the top of her class while committed to playing Division One hockey at St. Lawrence University. As a former teammate of Meg’s, I couldn’t have asked for anyone better to work alongside. She would always give her absolute best on the ice and in the fitness center, day in and day out. Without complaint, she put her head down and worked. Admired by her teammates, she left a legacy of what Husky hockey looks like. I recently had the opportunity to catch up with Meghan, hear about her first year of college, and reflect on her Northwood career.
“My favorite moment has probably been my first game at Appleton area. The energy and atmosphere there is so special, and to experience that for the first time was definitely one of my favorite times here so far.”
“The adjustment was pretty easy from Northwood. I would say the biggest thing is control over your own schedule, since you only have class once or twice a week and most of the work is done on your own time. So being able to prioritize work and fitting everything in with all of your commitments was probably the biggest adjustment.”
“Not only did my time at Northwood make the transition really easy in terms of time management, living away from home, and balancing hockey and school, but it also taught me what it’s like to live in a tight-knit community and build those connections. Those past connections and my new ones are valuable to me, and I will hold onto them forever, especially since SLU is a relatively small school and, in that sense, really similar. Being able to transfer those skills over has had the greatest impact on me.”
“I miss the people at Northwood the most. I think the people really make the place, and it’s always felt like home. I believe it’s largely due to all of the people there that made it so special. Arriving in September was nerve-wracking, but I quickly settled in thanks to the time I spent with my team. We ate, slept, studied, practiced, and played together twenty-four-seven, so naturally those bonds quickly formed.”
“When I think back, the springtime really sticks out as being some of the best times at Northwood. Going into town, the whole school at Northwood beach, spike ball on the turf, bonfires, those were some of my favorite moments there.”
“As of right now, after I graduate, I plan to get my Master’s in accounting and then at that point see where I’m at and hopefully get a job in that field. Due to my time at Northwood and SLU, I know I will be well prepared!