The Mt. Vernon native and graduate you are likely referring to is Lindsey Jensen , who gained significant recognition after being named the 2018 Illinois Teacher of the Year .

: A Mt. Vernon native and SIU alumnus who has held key leadership roles, including Secretary of the SIU Board of Trustees .

Lindsey Jensen is a celebrated educator known for her impactful work in southern Illinois. Her journey from a Mt. Vernon native to a state-recognized teacher serves as a notable example of the "Saluki pride" often highlighted by the university.

: Offers networking opportunities for the more than 260,000 proud Saluki alumni worldwide.

: For recent or upcoming graduates, the SIU Commencement Page provides details on diplomas and legal name usage.

: Current students can access the Graduate Student Manual for academic and professional development guidance. Name Usage - Commencement | SIU

Mt. Vernon has a strong pipeline of leaders who attended or served SIU:

: In October 2017, she was named the 2018 Illinois Teacher of the Year by the Illinois State Board of Education while teaching English at Dwight Township High School.

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The Mt. Vernon native and graduate you are likely referring to is Lindsey Jensen , who gained significant recognition after being named the 2018 Illinois Teacher of the Year .

: A Mt. Vernon native and SIU alumnus who has held key leadership roles, including Secretary of the SIU Board of Trustees .

Lindsey Jensen is a celebrated educator known for her impactful work in southern Illinois. Her journey from a Mt. Vernon native to a state-recognized teacher serves as a notable example of the "Saluki pride" often highlighted by the university. 1707x1125 Mt. Vernon native, SIU graduate named...

: Offers networking opportunities for the more than 260,000 proud Saluki alumni worldwide.

: For recent or upcoming graduates, the SIU Commencement Page provides details on diplomas and legal name usage. The Mt

: Current students can access the Graduate Student Manual for academic and professional development guidance. Name Usage - Commencement | SIU

Mt. Vernon has a strong pipeline of leaders who attended or served SIU: Vernon native and SIU alumnus who has held

: In October 2017, she was named the 2018 Illinois Teacher of the Year by the Illinois State Board of Education while teaching English at Dwight Township High School.