Erica Woodley, assistant vice president and dean of students at Tulane, is a recipient of the Young Leadership Council’s (YLC) Role Model Award, an annual honor that recognizes outstanding individuals who have contributed to the advancement and well-being of the New Orleans community. In a normal year, Woodley’s duties include overseeing student conduct, the Goldman Center for Student Accessibility, case management and victim support services, and more recently, the Office of Parent Programs. However, during a global pandemic, with strict COVID-19 restrictions in place, Tulane required additional resilience and dedication of its staff to make the in-person learning experience possible. In the face of these challenges, Woodley has been steadfast in her resolve to serve New Orleans and the Tulane community, and to remain an advocate for students.