Lorrie completed her BSW in 1993 from Boise State University & her MSW from Northwest Nazarene University in 2003. Her practice background includes over fifteen years in Child Welfare, serving youth, birth parents, and foster families.  She has also served the profession by being an National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Board member in both Idaho & California.  Lorrie has an interest in End of Life issues, and serves as a volunteer with End of Life Choices Oregon (EOLCOR). Lorrie is joining Pacific University with over 15 years of previous social work education experience.