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Talia Reed, RNC, BSN, MSN Clinical Instructor of Nursing Email: reedtr@plu.edu Professional Biography Education MSN, Nursing, Western Governors University BSN, Nursing , Pacific Lutheran University Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Obstetrics Biography I am a PLU alum. I love the outdoors, hiking, camping, snow shoeing. I have four lovely teenage children who keep me busy when I am not teaching. I love the culture and students here at PLU and having the opportunity to bring up the next generation

Jeff Clapp Associate Professor of Theatre he/him Phone: 253-535-7708 Email: clappja@plu.edu Professional Biography Education M.F.A. , Mankato State University, 1992 B.F.A., Pacific Lutheran University, 1989 Biography Hailing from Pendleton OR, Mr. Clapp joined the faculty at Pacific Lutheran University in the fall of 1995.  He has served as the Artistic Director of Theatre since 2002.  He received his Bachelor of Fine Arts from PLU in 1989 and his Masters of Fine Arts from Mankato State

Carrie Ann Matyac, DNP, ARNP, FNP-BC Assistant Professor of Nursing Phone: 253-535-7694 Email: matyacca@plu.edu Professional Biography Additional Titles/Roles FNP Lead Faculty Biography Dr. Matyac is a Family Nurse Practitioner and the Lead of the FNP Program at PLU SoN.  She practiced primarily in rural and community health (FQHC) settings throughout her 15-year career as a primary care provider.  Transitioning to a full-time academic focus, her goal is to impart the skill set and intricacies

Expertise DNA damage and repair Mechanisms of Mutagenesis Enzymology Responsibilities CHEM 105L:  Chemistry of Life Laboratory CHEM 115L:  General Chemistry Laboratory CHEM 403:  Introductory Biochemistry CHEM 405:  Advanced Biochemistry and Laboratory CHEM 499:  Chemistry Senior Capstone

Expertise Developmental Psychology Cognitive Psychology Psychology of Gender Language Acquisition Research Projects Storytime Studies, Current Colgate University, Hamilton, NY Principal Investigator | Investigating which facial features signal gender to children ages 4-7. Investigating the effects of stereotyped stories on children’s cognitive abilities and motivation. Male Default Study, 2021-2022 Colgate University, Hamilton, NY Principal Investigator | Survey based study, in data collection process

Nathan Vailencour Senior Accountant Phone: 253-535-7104 Email: vailennp@plu.edu Professional Responsibilities – General Accounting and Reporting – Journal Entries – Interdepartmental Charges – Sales/use tax questions – Self-Service Banner Finance Training

Aileen Ochinang Human Resources Specialist Phone: 253-535-8146 Email: ochinaav@plu.edu Professional Responsibilities Benefit plans including medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability and retirement Benefits orientation Good Fit newsletter

Catherine Pratt, Ed.D. Resident Assistant Professor Phone: 253-535-7244 Email: prattca@plu.edu Status:Phased Retirement Professional Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Organizational Behavior Family Business and Entrepreneurship Leadership Change Management Strategic Management

Patty Sunderland Senior Student Financial Services Specialist Phone: 253-535-8029 Email: sunderpa@plu.edu Professional Responsibilities Federal Pell Grant Study Away programs Graduate Programs (MFA, Creative Writing, MA, Marriage and Family Therapy)

Patty Sunderland Senior Student Financial Services Specialist Phone: 253-535-8029 Email: sunderpa@plu.edu Professional Responsibilities Federal Pell Grant Study Away programs Graduate Programs (MFA, Creative Writing, MA, Marriage and Family Therapy)