Spotlight on Centurions – Dr. Monique Johnston
Dr. Monique Johnston is a member of the Centurions Spring Class of 2020 and is co-chairman of the recruiting committee. Family fun time with Zahra, age six, and Theo, age four, makes her smile. Monique is the director of education programs at the Missouri Humanities Council. She earned both a master’s degree and a doctorate degree from Temple University. Monique is a Kansas City native who graduated from Lincoln High School prior to attending the University of Missouri. She also serves on the board of the Heritage League of Greater Kansas City.
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Dr. Monique Johnston with her children, Theo and Zahra |
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Dr. Monique Johnston |
Also featured in the October 26, 2019 issue of The Independent
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