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CLARION UNIVERSITY NAMES DIRECTOR
OF THE SCHOOL OF NURSING AND ALLIED HEALTH
Dr. Kathleen T. Patterson has been named Director of Clarion University’s
School of Nursing and Allied Health, located at Clarion University–Venango
Campus.
Dr. Patterson earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from
Villanova University, a master’s degree in nursing from the University of
Pennsylvania, and a Ph. D. in nursing from the University of Pittsburgh.
Prior to joining the Clarion University–Venango Campus team, she
served as graduate program chair at Carlow University in Pittsburgh, program
director of Millcreek Behavioral Health Center in Erie, and as a member of
the nursing faculty and interim chair of the department of nursing at the
University of Pittsburgh at Bradford. Her earlier experience includes
service at Presbyterian University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, the
Philadelphia Child Guidance Clinic, and Warren State Hospital.
Dr. Patterson has an extensive background in curriculum
development and research. Her scholarship focuses on rural health care
issues in youth and adolescent populations.
“My colleagues and I are delighted to welcome a person of Dr.
Patterson’s experience and scholarship,” said Dr. Christopher M. Reber,
executive dean of the Venango Campus. “Dr. Patterson will provide strong
leadership for the School of Nursing and Allied Health as it continues to
grow to meet the needs of the region and beyond.”
Dr. Patterson resides in Tidioute with her husband, Todd, and
her daughter, Laura, 13.
The School of Nursing and Allied Health offers associate,
bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing, a bachelor’s degree in
radiologic sciences, and associate degrees in respiratory care and allied
health. With over 600 students enrolled in its programs, the School of
Nursing and Allied Health is one of the largest programs in the Pennsylvania
State System of Higher Education, with a reputation for quality and
partnerships to meet the Commonwealth’s health care educational needs.
Clarion University-Venango
Campus, located in Oil City, is the oldest regional campus in Pennsylvania’s
State System of Higher Education. The campus provides high-quality
educational programs and personalized services to help students succeed.
Students can begin any of Clarion University’s 90+ bachelor’s degrees at the
Venango Campus, earn an associate degree, a bachelor’s or master’s degree in
select areas, obtain a one-year certificate or participate in a variety of
professional development and personal enrichment courses. The campus is
also home to Clarion University’s Department of Applied Technology. Clarion
University-Venango Campus is
committed to serving the needs of the community.
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