Patricia seeks to find ways to uplift her local community.  
A few of the ways she serves her University and community include the following: 
Central California Food Bank Volunteer 
Dissertation Committee Member, Doctoral Program in Educational Leadership  
Mentor Grant Program for Fresno State Students and Local Elementary Students 
Make a Difference Teach! Steering Committee 
Campus Planning Committee 
Black Student Wellness Steering Committee/Fresno Unified SD 
Interview ITEP teacher credential students 
Basic Credential and Curriculum Committee 
International Education Committee 
Bilingual Advisory Committee 
Advancing Inclusive Mentoring 
Central Valley (CV) Riser Planning Committee 
EdPrep Recruitment Community of Practice