Patrice McLaughlin graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design from the University of Florida. She has worked for USF Student Services since August 2006. Prior to USF she worked for the Palm Beach County Central Area Superintendent of Schools, and has experience working the front desk at Palm Beach Central High School and Wellington High School. She enjoyed volunteering as S.A.C. Co-Chair, Project Graduation Co-Chair, and Volunteer Coordinator in Palm Beach County schools for several years.