Occupation: President, Clarke College, Dubuque.
Family: Born in Chicago, she was raised in California and Arizona. Daughter of John and Catherine (O'Donovan), (both deceased). Sister to Ann Marie Patrick and John.
Professional experience: Clarke College: president, 1984-present; vice president of institutional advancement, 1979-84; Education faculty member, 1973-79.
Education: Arizona State University: Bachelor of Arts, 1968, Master of Arts, 1970, Doctorate (1977) High school: Xavier, Phoenix, Ariz.
Awards: Council for the Advancement and Support of Education: Silver Medal Award in 1985 and Bronze Medal Award in 1986. Dubuque Area Chamber of Commerce Distinguished Civic Service Award, 1993. Telegraph Herald First Citizen Award, 1986.
Community leadership: Iowa Transportation Commission, member 1989-2001 (chairwoman 1994-2000). Governor's Volunteer Award, 2000.
Professional organizations: National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities executive committee. Current or former organizations include the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education, Council of Independent Colleges, Junior Achievement of the Tri-States, American Trust and Savings Bank, Iowa College Foundation and the Iowa Association of Independent Colleges and Universities, The Dubuque Chamber of Commerce, The Greater Dubuque Development Corporation.