Lauren Bennett
About Lauren Bennett
Lauren Bennett serves as the SAAC President at The George Washington University, where she has worked since 2020. She has a background in business development and community service, having previously held roles at LRT Sports, AmeriCorps VISTA, and as a representative for the Atlantic 10 Conference.
Work at The George Washington University
Lauren Bennett currently serves as the SAAC President at The George Washington University, a position she has held since 2020. In this role, she oversees 44 sport representatives, guiding them in community service projects, events, public relations, and advocacy efforts. Previously, she worked as the Atlantic 10 Conference SAAC Representative for 11 months from 2019 to 2020, where she contributed to the development of student-athlete initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Lauren Bennett studied at Thayer Academy from 2014 to 2018, completing her high school education. She then attended The George Washington University from 2018 to 2022, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice. Her academic background supports her leadership role in the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, where she has applied her knowledge to various initiatives.
Background
Lauren Bennett has gained diverse experience through various internships and positions. In 2020, she worked as a Business Development, Content, Social Media/Creative, and Digital Marketing Intern at LRT Sports, LLC for two months. Additionally, she served as a Summer Associate with AmeriCorps VISTA in 2021 for two months in Washington, D.C. These roles have contributed to her skills in communication and project management.
Achievements
As SAAC President, Lauren Bennett led the restructuring of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee's yearly budget, schedule, and website. She played a significant role in the GW Voting Initiative, achieving a 95% athlete registration rate and ensuring 100% participation from 13 programs. Her leadership has had a measurable impact on student-athlete engagement and community involvement.