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To celebrate our Alumni Association, we will be periodically posting spotlights highlighting members. This week's feature is one of our very own faculty members!
Dr. Jackie Johnston – Professor of Mathematics
Jackie is a proud ÂÒÉ«ÎÞÂëÈËÆÞÊÓƵӰԺ alumna with an inspiring journey. After an Honorable Discharge from the , she and her husband, Bill, relocated to East Texas. Where she attended ÂÒÉ«ÎÞÂëÈËÆÞÊÓƵӰԺ as an adult first generation college student and discovered a passion for learning and teaching, thanks to the dedicated professors.
She has an AS degree from ÂÒÉ«ÎÞÂëÈËÆÞÊÓƵӰԺ and two BS degrees in Nursing and Mathematics from . She earned an MS degree in Supervision, Curriculum, and Instruction with a minor in Mathematics, as well as an Ed.D. from .
Jackie credits her success to the caring professors at ÂÒÉ«ÎÞÂëÈËÆÞÊÓƵӰԺ who instilled confidence and determination in her. Her time at ÂÒÉ«ÎÞÂëÈËÆÞÊÓƵӰԺ was pivotal in building the foundation for her achievements and why she has returned to teach for us.
As if Jackie hasn’t accomplished enough in life, she is a proud mother of three successful children. She treasures her large family and enjoys the simplicity of country life, caring for chickens, cows, and their beloved dogs.
Pictured (left to right): Jacob, a Wildlife Biologist; Bill, her husband; Jackie; Bill, a Flight Paramedic; and Sarah, a Financial Manager.
