Rileigh Lear joins University of Illinois Extension as the Marketing and Communications Program Coordinator serving Edwards, Lawrence, Richland, Wabash and Wayne counties. Based in the Edwards County office, Lear will connect Extension with local communities, providing updates about programs, events, and news.

Lear is an Alumna of the University of Southern Indiana, receiving her Bachelor of Science in Public Relations and Advertising in 2013.  Outside of work, she serves as President-Elect on the University of Southern Indiana Alumni Council and is a Junior League of Evansville member.

As an Albion native and resident, Lear is excited to promote the activities and services of Extension and hopes you’ll keep an eye out for ways to participate and learn more about their initiatives.