Sally Lawrence is the associate director of professional development and employer relations for the Archer Center's Washington, D.C., office. She provides guidance to all incoming Archer Fellows regarding internship application materials, the internship application process, and all other professional development needed to prepare students for their time in Washington, D.C., and beyond.
Sally was previously a member of the Archer Center staff from 2010 to 2014. She joined the team during the launch of the Graduate Archer Fellowship Program (previously known as the Graduate Program in Public Policy) and worked with the inaugural class in the summer of 2010. She continued to manage the graduate program and Washington, D.C., operations through 2014.
Prior to returning to the Archer Center, Sally worked for an online leadership education provider, ExecOnline, where she collaborated strategically and alongside twelve top business schools to develop best-in-class leadership development education for Fortune 500 and Global 2000 clients. She has also worked at the Office of Career Design and Development at Widener University (Chester, PA) as associate director of employer partnerships. While at Widener University, Sally partnered with employers to provide internships, co-ops, and full-time opportunities for Widener students and alumni, as well as managed and facilitated career fairs and other career and professional development events on campus. Earlier in her career, she also worked at Special Olympics International and traveled extensively, leading and managing international programs for Special Olympics athletes and their families.
Sally has a background working for a global nonprofit, higher education institutions, and a fast-paced educational technology startup. She started her career by embarking on a summer internship in Washington, D.C., and recognizes the importance of mentorship, the impact of professional guidance, and the student-centered experience. She is energized by giving back to students and seeing their growth and success.
Sally has a B.A. in public relations from Penn State University and an M.P.A. from George Washington University. Originally from the Pocono Mountains area of Pennsylvania, she spent many years living and working in Washington, D.C., before settling in Wilmington, Delaware. She lives with her husband, two children, and one English setter and enjoys spending time with her family, reading, learning about wellness, working out, and walking her dog.