I am interested in intersectional sustainability and relational paradigms--big words that mean we're all part of this thing together. I'm interested in developing my career in higher education and in practical outdoor and community work. I am curious about relationships across culture and environment, including heritage and indigenous language and knowledge, spirituality, regenerative agriculture, peace building and anti-racism. I enjoy learning about philosophies of education and praxis.

Before coming to UHI, Sarah completed a MSc in Outdoor Environmental and Sustainability Education, with merit, at The University of Edinburgh, supervised by David A. G. Clarke. Her research interests include intersectional sustainability, philosophy of education, land- and place-based education, relational paradigms, and human and more-than-human communities.  

Sarah is a learner of British Sign Language and of Scottish Gaelic, having completed Sabhal Mòr Ostaig’s An Cùrsa Inntrigidh online during the pandemic. She has earned a certificate in herbology through the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, and is working towards qualification as a forest school assistant leader. Previously, Sarah worked as a qualified teacher of visual art and English in California, as well as in an art gallery and as a freelance writer.