Nicole Pratapas

Nicole Pratapas currently serves as the Vice Chancellor for Advancement at WSU Health Science, a position held since May 2023. With extensive experience in philanthropy, Nicole has held significant roles such as Senior Director of Philanthropy at the Swedish Foundation since January 2021, and Executive Director at Unravel Pediatric Cancer from November 2018 to December 2020. Previous positions include Philanthropic Gifts Advisor at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, Director of Major Gifts at UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Major Gifts Officer at the Medical and Health Sciences Foundation. Nicole's career began at Washington State University Athletic Department as Assistant Director of Marketing, alongside various other marketing and development roles across different organizations. Nicole holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication and Media Studies from Washington State University.