Sarah Weygand


Headshot of Sarah looking directly at camera with a smile
  • Education Program Manager
She/her/hers

Contact Info

Army Education Center
Fort Leavenworth, KS 66027

Biography

Sarah leads student support services, community outreach, site operations, and recruitment for graduate programs in Leavenworth. In previous roles, she has worked as the Director of Military and Veteran Student Services at Park University and as the Veteran Outreach Coordinator at Johnson County Community College.

Sarah is a veteran of the U.S. Coast Guard. First serving as a reservist, she was stationed at Port Security Unit 301 out of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. During that time, she attended Boatswain's mate Advanced School and was promoted to Petter Officer 3rd class. Following her reserve time, she transitioned to active duty and served as a lead athletic instructor at Coast Guard Basic Training in Cape May, New Jersey. 

Education

B.S. in Fitness, wellness, and recreation, Park University, 2016
Magna cum laude

Awards & Honors

Sarah's professional awards include the GI Jobs Veteran Champions of the Year in Higher Education (2021), Rookie staff member of the year from Johnson County Community College (2021-22) and the Park Family Award from Park University (2019). 

Military honors include the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, Coast Guard Achievement Medal, and Good Conduct Award.