1. How long have you been living in D.C.? Sarah: I have been living in DC since graduation from W&L in June 2008.
2. What are you doing there?
Sarah: I am working as an environmental consultant at a DC-based company. My main client is Department of Energy. I set up trainings and collect data for industrial energy efficiency. We just started a new contract for “Save Energy Now,” which was launched in early December at the Capitol.
3. What's your favorite thing about living there?
Sarah: My favorite thing about being in DC is being surrounded by all different cultures. I love running to Dupont then up Massachusetts Avenue, which is lined with Embassies. I can eat any kind of food any day of the week… it is GREAT!
4. What do you like to do in your free time and on weekends?
Sarah: It depends on the time of year. I enjoy trying new restaurants/types of food and music venues/music. The music scene is awesome; it is great to have so many options every night of the week. I also enjoy getting out of the city to hike and camp. DC is only an hour and a half from the Shenandoah National Park, which has some great hikes!
5. Have you kept in touch with your '08 class?
Sarah: I have! I love keeping in touch with everyone in my class. Every time I talk to someone new, there is a new adventure – new job, new goal, new location. One is a banker, lacrosse coach, Peace Corp volunteer… it is so interesting and inspirational to see how lives can change in such a short time. I have had the opportunity to visit with almost all of my teammates since graduation, including a trip out to Colorado to see Bender and Katherine.
6. Have you stayed involved in lacrosse in some way?
Sarah: Have I ever! I currently coach a competitive club team in the DC-Metro area called Capital Lacrosse Club. Many W&L girls played in similar leagues while in high school. This team takes up much of my free time during the fall and summer. I also coach private lessons for goalies in the area. It has been interesting seeing the other side of the recruiting process. And I love seeing the W&L coaches at tournaments. Whenever I see a Trident, my smile widens.
7. What is the biggest thing you miss about W&L?
Sarah: I miss being in such close proximity to so many of my best friends. I miss waking up and being able to jump on my teammates and friends to rally them for the day. I miss the close proximity to the mountains. But mostly, I miss my best friends.
8. Plan to make it back on campus for a game in the spring?
Sarah: I do! I plan on getting to a few games close to DC and I plan on visiting for ODACs!
9. Anything else you would like Generals players, parents or fans to know?
Sarah: Generals – don’t put off the things you want to do while at college. Life after college isn’t as bad as you think. But it isn’t like W&L. Live it up and love the process. It’s a great day to be a General! L4L!
