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Jon A. Steinbrecher

Related Topics: Abraham Lincoln

Mid-American Conference

Education: Doctor of Physical Education, Indiana University; master’s degree in sports administration, Ohio University; bachelor’s degree, Valparaiso University

What Guides My Decision Making: I seek to tie decisions to the values of the organization as well as my personal values where appropriate.

Favorite Quote: “I will prepare and someday, my chance will come.” — Abraham Lincoln

Most Important Leadership Quality: Integrity. Without it, I’m not sure anything else matters.

If I Could Have Any Other Job: Professor of history — I’m enthralled with American history, especially around the Civil War and Abraham Lincoln

My Very First Job and What I Learned From It: Mowing lawns.