Discipline: Sociology • College: Las Positas College
Please meet Sarah Thompson, a dedicated educator with over 20 years of experience, specializing in Sociology and Global Studies at Las Positas College. Holding a Master’s degree from Rutgers University, Sarah’s passion for education is evident in her roles as the current Co-Chair for the FACCC Legislative & Budget Committee and as a member of the FACCC Board of Governors.
Sarah’s journey into higher education was inspired by the influential professors she encountered during her college years. Their impact, coupled with her realization of the transformative power of knowledge in social justice movements, fueled her desire to pursue a career in academia. As Sarah puts it, she was driven by a youthful ambition to change the world, a goal she feels grateful to have achieved.