MHA Student Ambassadors
Welcome! We are the MHA Student Ambassadors. We are here to assist prospective students by answering questions and giving feedback on our student experience in the Masters of Healthcare Administration Program. Whether you have questions about student life, curriculum, work experiences or Pacific University itself, we are available to answer your questions. Just ask and you will get valuable answers from a student's perspective.
Working full-time and attending graduate classes full-time can be a lot of work. I'm so glad that this MHA program is based around a working person's schedule because there's no other way I could fit it into my work schedule. This MHA program really enriches my whole life, not just my academic experience. It really sculpts my everyday experience. Our class discussions have been a great experience, where we debate and discuss hot issues. I'm able to bring what I learn back to work on Mondays, sharing ideas with my co-workers. I currently work in Corporate Integrity for Salem Health.
Contact Aurae Beidler - abeidler@pacificu.edu
Hi! My name is Suzanne. I am a veteran with 10 years active duty in the United States Air Force and a busy mother of 6. After graduating from Pacific's Masters of Healthcare Administration Program I look forward to a career in helping fellow veterans improve their lives. Please feel free to e-mail me about any questions you may have about the MHA program, I would love to share my experiences with you.
Contact Suzanne Denker – denkersu@pacificu.edu
Contact Erin Hardwick – Erin.hardwick@pacificu.edu
Why I chose the program:
I chose the Pacific program for two reasons: First - The cohort composition of less then 20 people has allowed me to develop strong and lasting relationships with my classmates and instructors.
Second - The tradition of high-quality education in place at Pacific University reassures me that my investment will be a valuable asset.
The MHA program has given me tools and experience that I have been able to immediately apply in my position as a Clinic Administrator.
Contact Scott Kenyon – skenyon@pacificu.edu
Originally from Illinois, Kristen holds a bachelors of science in dental hygiene from Eastern Washington University and has more than 22 years experience as a registered dental hygienist. Kristen has also worked in three states in a variety of practice setting, she is also a current member of the ADHA Council and Committee Appointment. Kristen is currently the VP of Strategy and Development at Willamette Dental where she oversees research and development, training, and QI/QA.
Contact Kristen Simmons – Ksimmons@willamettedental.com