Sarah Thieken
About Sarah Thieken
Sarah Thieken is a Graduate Student Success Coach at The George Washington University, where she connects undergraduate students with academic resources. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from The Ohio State University and a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology from The George Washington University.
Work at The George Washington University
Sarah Thieken currently serves as a Graduate Student Success Coach at The George Washington University, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she facilitates connections between undergraduate students and various on-campus and off-campus resources to promote academic success. She collaborates with the Office of Student Success to enhance support for undergraduate students. Additionally, she participates in weekly meetings with the Success Team to develop and refine coaching strategies tailored to student needs.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Thieken earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from The Ohio State University, where she studied from 2017 to 2021. She furthered her education at The George Washington University, obtaining a Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology from 2021 to 2023. Her academic background provides her with a strong foundation in psychological principles, which she applies in her coaching role.
Background
Before her current position, Sarah Thieken worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at The Ohio State University from 2019 to 2021. She also completed a two-month internship in 2019 at the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, specifically at the Special Commitment Center as a High Acuity Intern. These experiences contributed to her understanding of student needs and the resources available to support them.
Achievements
During her tenure as a Graduate Student Success Coach, Sarah Thieken has actively participated in initiatives aimed at improving student support services. Her collaboration with the Office of Student Success and her involvement in coaching strategy development demonstrate her commitment to enhancing the academic experiences of undergraduate students at The George Washington University.