Sarah Paxton

Sarah Paxton is an experienced program officer currently working at Meridian International Center, focusing on Foreign Press Center programs. Previous roles include serving as the Wisconsin in Washington Program Manager at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where Sarah managed student affairs and facilitated internships, and as an Adjunct Instructor at American University, teaching courses on identity development and cultural issues. Sarah has also held positions at the Institute of International Education, supporting global program activities, and at the College Success Foundation in various capacities, including Assistant Development Officer and Executive Assistant to the Executive Director. Sarah Paxton holds a Master’s Degree in International Training and Education from American University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Foreign Affairs with a French minor from the University of Virginia, supplemented by study at Université Lumière Lyon 2.