Sarah ‘Zara’ Gowon is a Graduate Coach at InGenius Prep. She is a project manager and civic tech professional with a strong background in advocacy, digital security, and international affairs. She has lived in West Africa, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
With years of experience working at the intersection of technology, governance, and human rights, Zara brings a deep understanding of what top-tier universities seek in socially engaged and globally minded candidates. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations from the University of Virginia and has worked with global organizations, where she supports high-impact projects that empower civil society with data-driven tools and digital resilience.
As a Graduate Coach, her mentoring style is warm, structured, and empowering, helping students articulate their values and leadership in compelling narratives that stand out in competitive admissions cycles. When she’s not coaching students, Zara is often facilitating policy discussions, testing toolkits, or exploring the intersection of AI and democracy.
