Lincoln has been with the University since 2006. She served as an associate director of development with the University Foundation, focusing on KRCU. Since 2012, she has been a director of development with the Foundation working to benefit the University’s academic mission. Before joining Southeast, she worked as a development and communications specialist with the American Red Cross, Southeast Missouri Chapter. She is a 2001 graduate of Southeast Missouri State University with a bachelor’s degree in mass communications, public relations.

Lincoln will serve in the interim appointment for a term beginning September 1 through November 30. Dr. Trudy Lee, the current vice president of University Advancement and executive director of the Foundation is retiring August 31. The University announced a search in early summer to fill the position, following Lee’s retirement, that is currently ongoing.