Sarah Peko-Spicer

Sarah Peko-Spicer has a diverse range of work experience spanning several organizations. Their most recent position is as a Researcher at the American Institutes for Research, starting in September 2021. Prior to this, they were a PhD student at Northwestern University from September 2015 to September 2021, focusing on applied educational statistics.

Before their PhD program, Sarah worked at Pittsburgh Public Schools as a Project Specialist, Data and Reporting from September 2013 to June 2015. Sarah also served as a Research Assistant at the same organization from June 2013 to August 2013.

Sarah gained teaching experience as a Grader at Carnegie Mellon Tepper School of Business from August 2012 to May 2013. Additionally, they worked as a Teaching Assistant at Carnegie Mellon University from January 2010 to May 2013, providing support to French language students.

Sarah also has experience in the public sector. Sarah interned at the Federal Reserve Board in the Office of Board Members from June 2012 to August 2012. During this time, they tested documentation for a program and conducted research and writing for the Board's centennial celebration.

Throughout their career, Sarah has developed expertise in research, data analysis, project management, and teaching.

Sarah Peko-Spicer has a strong educational background in statistics. Sarah obtained a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Economics and Statistics from Carnegie Mellon University, graduating in 2013. Sarah then pursued their Master of Science (MS) degree in Statistics from Northwestern University, although the specific years of their enrollment are not provided. Finally, they continued their academic journey at Northwestern University, where they completed their Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Statistics from 2015 to 2021.