Biography
From starting her career in brain imaging research to leading a portfolio of six critical infrastructure & cyberinfrastructure services at the University of Wisconsin-Madison to serving as a trusted advisor and strategic partner within Stanford University's schools and departments on technology strategy, Sarah thrives in the higher education ecosystem.
Serving as the Chair of the EDUCAUSE Young Professionals Advisory Committee (YPAC) from 2021–2023, Sarah is committed to building a world where young professionals are necessary strategic partners in the business of higher education IT. She also serves as co-host of the EDUCAUSE Rising Voices Podcast, where she amplifies the voices of young professionals in higher education. Additionally, Sarah serves on the EDUCAUSE Corporate Engagement Advisory Council (CEAC), where she advises EDUCAUSE on strategic directions for EDUCAUSE Corporate Engagement programming and related initiatives, as well as on events, publications, and resources developed to support and evolve the higher education technology market.
Sarah is pursuing her Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree at Cornell University and expects to graduate in December 2024. Her research focuses on the intersections of education, technology, policy, and organizational culture, aiming to prepare institutions and teams to address complex challenges. Her recent article, “Shaping our AI Future: A Policy Perspective on Ensuring Innovation and Safeguarding Democracy,” published in the Cornell Policy Review Journal, underscores her emerging expertise in foreign and domestic AI policy. She received her B.S. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in neurobiology, psychology, and Russian language & literature.
EDUCAUSE Publications
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In this episode, the discussion centers around leadership insights from Brene Brown’s book <em>Dare to Lead</em>, exploring themes like authenticity, vulnerability, and building trust in the workplace. Hosts Wes Johnson and Sarah J. Buszka also share tips for making the most of your EDUCAUSE 2024 Conference experience.
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The higher education technology profession has become increasingly interdisciplinary, and many young professionals are entering technology roles from nontraditional backgrounds. In this episode, we discuss how nontechnical strengths contribute to a better technical organization.
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In this episode, we discuss some of the reasons young professionals gravitate toward a career in higher education.