Throughout her career Patricia has worked in some isolated and dangerous places, like Al-Quds University in the Palestinian Territories and Nunavut Arctic College, places that have unique challenges for student health and wellness. As Manager of Library Services at Holland College Library System, Patricia has worked to make the library a key center in aiding the student population have a healthy educational environment. She has received the Holland College Leadership Excellence Award for making an outstanding contribution in a learning leadership role to the community she serves. Patricia is currently Vice President PEI for APLA.