Health and Wellness

Dr. B.K. Taylor

Assistant Vice President
Phone number: 610-436-3086
Email: BTaylor3@wcupa.edu

Dr. B.K. Taylor serves as Assistant Vice President for Health & Wellness at West Chester University, where he leads integrated strategies that advance student well-being, belonging, and persistence. His work focuses on aligning clinical services, wellness promotion, and campus partnerships to create a holistic and prevention-oriented wellness ecosystem. With a doctorate in Education and a specialization in student well-being in higher education, Dr. Taylor is particularly interested in the measurement of well-being and its role in student success.

Outside of work, he enjoys technology, Linux systems customization, and exploring innovative ways to optimize performance and design. Dr. Taylor uses he/they pronouns.

Dr. Lisa Montgomery

Director of Student Advocacy and Resources
Phone number: 610-436-3356
Email: LMontgomery@wcupa.edu

Dr. Lisa Montgomery serves as Director of Student Advocacy and Resources in the Office of the Assistant Vice President for Health and Wellness, where she leads efforts to support students experiencing financial hardship and unforeseen challenges. Dr. Montgomery also serves as a key liaison and navigator within the university system, leveraging her extensive experience, including prior service as Student Ombuds, to advocate for students and promote their overall success and well-being. Outside of work, Dr. Montgomery enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with her friends and family. She holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Policy, Planning, and Administration. Her pronouns are she/her/hers.

Dr. Lauren Zahour-Sharkey

Associate Director of Operations
Phone number: 610-436-2294
Email: LZahour@wcupa.edu

Lauren serves as the Associate Director of Operations, assisting the Assistant Vice President for Health & Wellness in coordinating operations across four health and wellness departments. She provides non-clinical support to students navigating university absences due to medical, family, or personal emergencies. Lauren also helps students understand university policies and processes, connects them with campus resources, and works closely with students, faculty, and families around course absences. In addition to her student support role, Lauren leads data and assessment efforts, produces reports to guide service improvements, serves as a secondary member of the CARE Team, and oversees the development of health and wellness policies. She brings previous experience in student conduct, residence life, Title IX, and victim advocacy. Outside of work, Lauren enjoys riding her bicycle, traveling, and spending time with friends and family. She holds a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Policy, Planning, and Administration.

Kristin Yeager

Assistant Director of Case Management
Phone number: 610-436-3089
Email: KYeager@wcupa.edu

Kristin serves as the Assistant Director of Case Management. She works in tandem with the CARE Team on campus to review and implement non-clinical interventions for students. She is also available to consult with staff and faculty on CARE Team-related concerns. In addition to her role with CARE Team, Kristin oversees Health & Wellness marketing and co-chairs the Marketing Committee. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors kayaking, hiking, and tending to her gardens. Kristin holds a B.S. in Human Services and is currently pursuing her Master’s in Public Administration.