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Sara Lopez is a Teaching Professor in the Educational Foundations, Leadership & Policy Area at the University of Washington's College of Education. She serves as Chair of her department and Academic Program Director for the Intercollegiate Athletic Leadership (IAL) M.Ed. program. Her work focuses on leadership development in higher education and athletics, with particular emphasis on inclusive educational practices.
- Ph.D. in Education from University of Washington (2012)
- Bachelor's in Secondary Education from Pacific Lutheran University (PLU)
Her research interests include professional preparation for athletics coaches, leadership in educational systems, and disability inclusion initiatives. She has extensive experience in sports administration through roles with USRowing, Special Olympics, and Olympic Games event management.
Lopez oversees the Leadership in Higher Education M.Ed. program and collaborates with the Center for Leadership in Athletics. Her career spans over 25 years at UW, including foundational work in the DO-IT program promoting accessibility for students with disabilities.
