Yvonne M. Lozano, PhD, LMFT

Dr. Yvonne M. Lozano is a Professor and Associate Dean in the Division of Health and Behavioral Professions at the University of Arizona Global Campus, where she champions academic excellence and innovative leadership. She earned her Doctor of Applied Gerontology from the University of North Texas in Denton, Texas; a Master of Gerontology from Baylor University in Waco, Texas; and a Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Sciences from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor in Belton, Texas. Dr. Lozano began her distinguished career in forensic mental health before advancing to psychiatric services in a medical-surgical hospital, where she held critical leadership roles, including clinical director, program director, and administrator, and eventually oversaw a 125-bed psychiatric service. Her transition to higher education marked a pivotal point, as she became a faculty member and program coordinator at Alamo Colleges, then program coordinator for the Master of Long-Term Care Graduate Certificate Program in the Department of Health Care Administration at Texas State University. Driven by a passion for academic innovation and student success, Dr. Lozano has held progressive leadership appointments as Program Chair, Department Head, Assistant Dean, and Associate Dean. Her extensive experience spans curriculum development, faculty mentorship, accreditation, and strategic planning, advancing academic programs from the bachelor’s to Doctoral levels. Dr. Lozano is recognized for her servant leadership, commitment to a culture of care, and ability to foster collaborative environments that empower both faculty and students. Her research interests include Domestic Violence Issues in Older Women, family dysfunction among caregivers, caregiver stress, and families and caregiver issues.