Professional Advisor
Office Location
Egtvedt Hall, Second Floor
Biography
Allison Frodsham is a Professional Advisor at Warner Pacific University, where she provides academic guidance and holistic support to undergraduate students throughout their educational journeys. She is passionate about helping students identify their goals, navigate challenges, and find meaningful connections between their studies and future aspirations. A native of the Pacific Northwest, Allison values the region’s strong sense of community and appreciation for growth and discovery, values that also shape her approach to advising. She holds a Master of Education from Portland State University and a Bachelor of Humanities in English Literature from Western Washington University, where her academic work focused on nineteenth-century Gothic literature. Her professional interests include student development, academic success strategies, and fostering a sense of belonging and engagement within the university community.
Outside of her advising role, Allison enjoys a range of creative pursuits that inspire her approach to mentorship and learning. She spends her free time painting, horseback riding, baking, and playing the violin. These activities reflect her appreciation for creativity, discipline, and balance, values she strives to bring into her professional practice and interactions with students each day.
Education
Master of Education, Portland State University, 2025
Bachelor of Arts, Western Washington University, 2018
Favorite quote
Learn the rules like a pro, so you can break them like an artist.