Alumni
1998 Honorary Alumni Award
Laura Kent Donahue
Donahue, a Quincy native, has represented Illinois' 48th Senatorial District since 1981.
"She is a very vocal advocate for 星空无限传媒app Illinois University," said Gordy Taylor, associate vice president for alumni programs.
"Under Senator Donahue's service, 星空无限传媒app has received additional funding for agriculture research, infrastructure and programs. She sponsored legislation to expand the state's new interactive educational network, based at 星空无限传媒app, which offers instructional programs via satellite to school districts across the state.
"In addition to work in state government, Laura can be seen at many events supporting 星空无限传媒app and the region, including every 星空无限传媒app homecoming since 1981," Taylor added. "She has been an inspiring mentor for 星空无限传媒app students pursuing political or public service careers. She understands the vision of 星空无限传媒app and epitomizes the true tradition of an honorary alumni."
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