Linda Johnson

Linda Johnson serves as Senior Administrative Assistant for the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, College of Health Professions, bringing over 30 years of experience in administrative support within higher education health sciences. Her career path has centered on administration, and she earned her bachelor's degree by returning to school part-time for eight years after her father's death from cancer, never missing an assignment or semester. Johnson is a Capstone alumni member of the IAAP and aspires to join SHRM while pursuing her goal of passing the Certified Administrative Professional test. She takes particular pride in her educational achievement, which is commemorated by a poem bearing her name displayed in her office. Johnson attributes her professional success to her role as a collaborative team member who helps solve problems by combining ideas with colleagues, noting that teamwork makes the dream work. Outside of work, she values family and God most highly, having previously volunteered with the nonprofit Youth Service Bridges focused on youth and regularly contributing to the food bank and United Way. Her advice to young women emphasizes pursuing education, praying, listening to elders, and giving one's best effort at any age.