Dr Loriz is a Professor in the School of Nursing. Dr Loriz is a Nurse Practitioner as well. Her early career started in Washington, DC where she worked closely with HIV/AIDS patients. After completing her PhD, she moved to Florida where she began her employment at the University of North Florida.

Dr Loriz is a beaches resident. She is married to Tony Flaris. Her main hobbies are scuba diving, particularly cave diving throughout Florida and long distance hiking. She is an avid supporter of the environment, particularly water supply in Florida.