Loranel Pace

Loranel Pace is a Professor of Psychology at Our Lady of the Lake University (OLLUSA), located in San Antonio, Texas. They hold a PhD in Cognitive Psychology from the University of Louisville and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of Texas at San Antonio. With over 20 years of teaching experience across online, classroom, and hybrid formats, their expertise spans cognitive psychology, statistics, research design, health psychology, and wellness.

Dr. Pace's teaching philosophy emphasizes fostering student responsibility through structured learning environments that incorporate technology and evidence-based educational practices. Their professional background includes corporate consulting in training design and technical writing. They are certified as a Wellness Coach through the Mayo Clinic and actively engage with the Health, Wellness, and Society Research Network. Professional memberships include the Society for the Teaching of Psychology.

Notable recognition includes the 2008 Moody Professor award. Outside academia, they prioritize outdoor activities like hiking and camping with their husband as part of their self-care routine.