Sarah E. Minnis

Dr. Sarah E. Minnis is an Associate Professor of Human Services at Western Carolina University's College of Education and Allied Professions. She holds a PhD in Educational Human Resource Development from Texas A&M University, an MAE in Student Affairs from Western Kentucky University, and a BA in Psychology from Central Washington University. With over 30 years of experience in human resources and higher education, Minnis specializes in veterans' career transition research.

Her scholarship focuses on military-to-civilian employment challenges, veterans with service-connected disabilities, and military-friendly workplace practices. Recent publications examine developmental relationships for career transitions and strategies for translating military expertise into civilian employment.

Minnis has received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Western Association of Veteran Education Specialists and the Supra et Extra Award for her veteran support initiatives. She consults nationally with educational institutions, nonprofits, and corporations on veteran employment strategies.