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Alexus Hamilton Assistant Professor of Marriage and Family Therapy Phone: 253-535-8167 Email: alexus.hamilton@plu.edu Professional Biography Education Ph.D., Couple and Family Therapy, University of Iowa, 2023 Master, Marriage and Family Therapy, Abilene Christian University, 2019 Bachelor of Science, Human Development and Family Studies, Texas Tech University, 2015 Areas of Emphasis or Expertise Strengthening supports for Black therapists Exploring factors related to the retention and

Dhaval (THE-vul) Patel Associate Director for Campus Life Operations he/him Phone: 253-535-8059 Email: dpatel@plu.edu Professional Education M.S.E., Higher Education Administration, University of Kansas, 2019 B.S., Computer Engineering, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, 2017 Responsibilities Oversees on-campus housing processes, including but not limited to: Implementation, marketing and supervision of Fall / Winter Break / J-Term / Spring and Early Arrival Housing – Arrivals and

/Organizations American Chemical Society Sigma Xi Scientific Research Honor Society Biography Craig Fryhle began his career at PLU  in 1986 working on organic synthesis targets related to natural products and potential mechanism-based enzyme inhibitors of the shikimic acid pathway.   He has mentored undergraduate  researchers in these areas who have gone on to careers in academia, industry and other pursuits.   He has been PI or co-PI on NSF and private foundation grants that have brought approximately $1M

marriage, couples, and family therapist and AASECT Certified sex therapist. He works with individuals and couples on a variety of issues ranging from communication, conflict management, and emotional intimacy. He also provides sex therapy to help his clients to address issues which hinder their sexual health and wellness. His therapy incorporates elements of Emotionally Focused Therapy, The Gottman Method, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Narrative therapy, and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. He operates

Association of Sexual Educators, Counselors, and Therapists Biography Maria Carrington earned her Bachelor of Social Work from Pacific Lutheran University and obtained her master of Social Work from Boston College. Maria also completed the University of Michigan’s post-graduate certification in Sex Therapy and is also certified as a sex Therapist with the American Association of Sexual Educators, Counselors, and Therapists. Maria Carrington has a private practice that focuses on sexual health in

industry to ditch digging and other construction related activities; retail to restaurants; car repair to chiropractic; local, state governmental agencies and non-profits. In addition to “Visiting Instructor of Business” at PLU (2017-18), teaching Organizational Behavior and Global Management, Cosette is the current South Sound Group Leader for Excell Puget Sound and President of Fast Forward Your Success. Previous academic work includes: Adjunct Professor at Pacific Lutheran University teaching Sales

facility planning. Tom also has supervisory responsibility for the Director of Campus Safety. A transplanted Midwesterner, Tom is very happy to call PLU and Tacoma home. When away from the office he enjoys exploring and taking advantage of local opportunities with his family and friends.

Divinity from Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley, CA and her B.A. in Religion with Gender Studies and Psychology minors from ELCA-affiliated Augustana University in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.     Outside of work, Jen enjoys hiking, cooking, running, the Enneagram, reading about minimalism/simple living, tending to her composting worms and exploring Tacoma and the Pacific Northwest with her spouse Deb.  In 2023 Jen completed a certification as a  Liminal Guide (a cross between spiritual direction

University Dispute Resolution Committee Member. Coordinate the medical withdrawal process. Co-lead Student Care Network. Supervision of Student Rights and Responsibilities and Office of Accessibility and Accommodation. Representing the Division of Student Life on the Academic Performance and Integrity Committee. Provide direct student service to support student retention and success. Biography Eva has enjoyed working at PLU for 20 years in the area of student activities, leadership, and diversity. She

Dispute Resolution Committee Member. Coordinate the medical withdrawal process. Co-lead Student Care Network. Supervision of Student Rights and Responsibilities and Office of Accessibility and Accommodation. Representing the Division of Student Life on the Academic Performance and Integrity Committee. Provide direct student service to support student retention and success. Biography Eva has enjoyed working at PLU for 20 years in the area of student activities, leadership, and diversity. She has lived