PNNL

Mariella Lora is a project manager and team lead within the National Security Directorate Detection Physics group. She plays a crucial role within the NNSA Graduate Fellowship Program, initially as the Engagements Manager and presently as the Outreach Manager. 

Transitioning to Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in 2019 marked a significant milestone in her career trajectory. Prior to her tenure at PNNL, she contributed her expertise to Washington State University (WSU) Tri-Cities for nine years, engaging with diverse departments such as GEAR UP, the Office of Admissions, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Notably, her commitment extended to supporting DACA/Dreamer students as the esteemed advisor of the Dreams Club at WSU Tri-Cities, receiving WSU’s MLK Service Award in 2015.

• Project Management Professional Certification
• M.Ed., Educational Leadership, Washington State University
• B.S., Business Administration, Emmanuel College

• WSU Martin Luther King, Jr. Distinguished Service Award

2021

• Godinez M.A., J.K. Snider, M.I. Lora, and M.V. Disney. 2021. MSIPP-NNSA 2021 Annual Report. PNNL-32174. Richland, WA: Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. MSIPP-NNSA 2021 Annual Report