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2014-2015 Contributing Author to the 10-volume "Teaching Music Through Performance in Band" text series by GIA Publications Arranger of Ave Maria by Anton Bruckner, Maestro and Fox Publishing Biography Edwin C. Powell is the former Director of Bands and Professor of Music at Pacific Lutheran University where he was responsible for the University Wind Ensemble, Conducting and Music Education Methods courses. In 2015 he was the recipient of a Pacific Lutheran University Faculty Excellence Award. Dr

Hank Lin, Ph.D., CFA Assistant Professor Phone: 253-535-8722 Email: lin@plu.edu Biography Biography Dr. Fang (Hank) Lin joined Pacific Lutheran University as an Assistant Professor of Finance in 2023. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance from the University of Oklahoma and is a CFA charter holder. Before his PLU journey, Dr. Lin was an Associate Professor and Program Coordinator of Finance at Pittsburg State University and served as an Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Washington Bothell

Hank Lin, Ph.D., CFA Assistant Professor Phone: 253-535-8722 Email: lin@plu.edu Biography Biography Dr. Fang (Hank) Lin joined Pacific Lutheran University as an Assistant Professor of Finance in 2023. He holds a Ph.D. in Finance from the University of Oklahoma and is a CFA charter holder. Before his PLU journey, Dr. Lin was an Associate Professor and Program Coordinator of Finance at Pittsburg State University and served as an Assistant Teaching Professor at the University of Washington Bothell

Elizabeth Landis Lecturer - Harp Phone: 253-535-7602 Email: elizabeth.landis@plu.edu Biography Biography Elizabeth Landis is a much sought-after harpist in the greater Seattle and Tacoma area. As a concert harpist she serves as principal harpist of Symphony Tacoma and Northwest Sinfonietta, among others. She’s performed professionally with the Seattle Symphony Orchestra, Seattle Opera, Columbus Symphony Orchestra, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, Jacksonville Symphony, Harrisburg Symphony

Stephanie Gulledge MSW Fellow / Non-Clinical Case Worker she/her Email: stephanie.gulledge@plu.edu Professional Biography Personal Additional Titles/Roles Biography Stephanie is a BSW graduate of PLU, and a current MSW student with the graduating class of 2025. Interests Reading, cross-stiching and embroidery, gaming Fun Facts I was in a competitive bowling league in high school. Favorite drink: Dr Pepper, specifically the cream soda flavor!

Biography Dr. David Ward became Dean of the College of Health Professions in 2022 and is a Professor of Marriage and Family Therapy (MFT). He arrived at PLU in 2005 and became Chair of the Department of Marriage and Family Therapy in 2009. In addition to these roles, he has served in various leadership positions at PLU (including Budget Advisory Committee and Faculty Affairs Committee) and as a volunteer within the field of MFT and the community. Dr. Ward continues to actively practice as a marriage and

Rachel Howard Assistant to the Dean Phone: 253-535-7659 Email: howardrm@plu.edu Office Location: Garfield Station - 104 Professional Biography Education B.A., English, University of Windsor , 2006 Biography Rachel Howard is the Senior Administrative Assistant for the College of Health Professions and the Department of Marriage and Family Therapy. In 2006, she graduated from the University of Windsor with a background in Literature. Upon obtaining her BA, she accepted a teaching position abroad

a doctorate in educational leadership (Ed.D), enhancing her deep understanding of educational systems and school leadership. At PLU, Allison leverages her expertise to mentor and support aspiring school leaders, and she designs innovative teacher and educational leadership programs for in-service practitioners. With her dedication and contributions, Allison continues to make a significant impact in education as she embarks on her 5th year at PLU.

bearing, with vocal endowments to match,” lyric mezzo-soprano Soon Cho is an Associate Professor of Voice at Pacific Lutheran University. Dr. Cho is a sought-after clinician, conducting master classes at institutions such as San Francisco Conservatory of Music, Ithaca College, Florida State University, and various Schmidt Vocal Competitions annually. Dr. Cho is a member of the summer teaching faculty at the Brancaleoni International Music Festival in Italy, and Icicle Creek Chamber Music Festival in

psychiatric prescribing.  I earned a Master of Arts Degree in Counseling Psychology from Saint Martin’s University in 2003 and in 2015 a Master of Science Degree in Psychiatric Nursing from Seattle University.  I am currently employed through my private practice Tacoma Psychiatric Care and the student health clinic at the University of Puget Sound.