Jennifer's professional background is primarily in program management, event management and training and development in various industries. Jennifer enjoys working in smaller organizations that are directly involved in serving the local community.  She is looking forward to being part of the important work that Forefront is doing in the state of Washington

Tricia Sarahs, MSW, LSWAA, (she/her/hers) brings close to fifteen years of experience working in the human services field in private, state, and non-profit capacities serving diverse and marginalized communities. Tricia has worked in a variety of roles for the Department of Children, Youth & Families over the past six years in the child welfare, adoption, and licensing divisions.

During her time as a graduate student at the UW School of Social Work, Kayla served as a Student Ambassador in the SSW Admissions office. After graduating in 2016, Kayla spent time managing recruitment and admissions efforts for a then, newly formed MSW Program at a local private institution. After leaving higher education, Kayla would have short stints in government agencies, non-profits and even tech, before finding her way back to where it all began, the UW School of Social Work.

Irina currently works as the Program Coordinator at the University of Washington School of Social Work, Office of Field Education. Before Irina's current position, they worked for Harborview Medical Center, Overlake Hospital, and Hood Famous Café + Bar. Irina is currently studying to receive their B.A. in American Ethnic Studies and Diversity Minor at the UW and utilize the values knowledge and foundations gained in current and future endeavors. Irina is excited to grow and assist the Office of Field Education team!

As the MSW Admissions Specialist, Leslie manages the MSW application and admissions process. She earned her bachelor's in sociology from The George Washington University and Masters in Teaching from UW. Prior to joining UW, she was an educator. She also served as an instructional consultant for a college advising program dedicated to making higher education more accessible. Leslie is passionate about educational justice and ensuring equitable access to higher education.

Professional interests: Educational justice and educational access