Foundation staff
Dedicated to Carl Sandburg College, the Foundation staff is fully committed to making your involvement with the college meaningful. Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.
Our offices are located in the administration area in Building E.
Eric B. Johnson | Chief Advancement Officer
Bachelor of science — Agricultural Communications, University of Illinois
Eric's career spans from a successful stint in advancement and alumni engagement at Knox College, to association management and agricultural communications experience with the Illinois-Christian County Farm Bureau and Illinois Beef Association. He resides in rural Knox County where he enjoys raising Angus cattle on a small farm with his parents. Eric welcomes the opportunity to connect with Sandburg alumni, friends, and supporters to collaborate and partner in making a lasting impact on the lives of students.
ebjohnson@sandburg.edu | 309.341.5349
Kassidy Klinedinst | Coordinator of Scholarships, Donor Relations & Annual Giving
• Associate in science, Carl Sandburg College
• Bachelor of science — Business Administration with a concentration in management, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
Kassidy is a 2015 alumna of Sandburg. She joins the Foundation with experience in project management and marketing in the health and wellness field. Employing her skills in business management and her love for Sandburg, Kassidy creates a positive relationship with students and donors while expanding the reach of the scholarship program.
kklinedinst@sandburg.edu | 309.341.5215
Stacey Rucker | Coordinator of Alumni & Advancement Communications
• Associate in science, Carl Sandburg College
• Associate in applied science — Administrative Office Manager, Carl Sandburg College
• Bachelor of arts — Sociology with a minor in business, Knox College
Stacey is an alumna of Carl Sandburg College and has been employed at the college since 2011 in various capacities. She oversees alumni relations, event planning, all social media and other communications for the department. Stacey is happy to continue her Sandburg story and hear from others on how the college has impacted their lives.
srucker@sandburg.edu | 309.341.5330