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 Â鶹´«Ã½ Illinois University," said Gordy Taylor, associate vice president for alumni programs.
"Under Senator Donahue's service, Â鶹´«Ã½ has received additional funding for agriculture research, infrastructure and programs. She sponsored legislation to expand the state's new interactive educational network, based at Â鶹´«Ã½, 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 Â鶹´«Ã½ and the region, including every Â鶹´«Ã½ homecoming since 1981," Taylor added. "She has been an inspiring mentor for Â鶹´«Ã½ students pursuing political or public service careers. She understands the vision of Â鶹´«Ã½ and epitomizes the true tradition of an honorary alumni."
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