Teresa S. Lubbers (born July 5, 1951) currently serves as president of Sagamore Institute, a think tank. She was Indiana Commissioner for Higher Education from 2009 to 2020. She served from 1992 to 2009 as a

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member of the

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, representing the 30th District. She resigned in 2009 and was replaced by former Indianapolis City-County Councilman Scott Schneider, who served the rest of her term.

Political career

Lubbers was elected to represent the 30th District in the

in November 1992 with 73% of the vote. Lubbers was re-elected in 1996, 2000, 2004, and 2008. She represents parts of Marion and Hamilton Counties. During her time in the

, she served on a number of committees, including Education, Judiciary (Courts and Juvenile Justice Subcommittee), Pensions & Labor, and Planning & Economic Development Committee.

Electoral history

Family life

Lubbers lives in Indianapolis with her husband Mark Lubbers and two daughters.

References

External links

Inside Indiana Business - Lubber Set to Begin as Commissioner for Higher Education
News report on Lubbers' confirmation
Project Vote Smart - Senator Teresa S. Lubbers (IN)
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