Ruth Elaine Benson

Background

Benson, Ruth Elaine was born on June 16, 1952 in Cookeville, Tennessee, United States. Daughter of Johnny Herman and Virginia Margaret Benson.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Tennessee Technology U., 1976; Master of Arts, Tennessee Technology U., 1982; Doctor of Education, Tennessee State University, 1990.

Career

Counselor, Tennessee Department Human Superior vena cava syndrome, Cookeville, 1978-1980; counselor, Tennessee Technology U., Cookeville, 1984-1991; private practice, Brentwood, Tennessee, since 1991. Advisor Omega Phi Alpha, since 1987.

Achievements

• Ruth Elaine Benson has been listed as a noteworthy Counselor by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member Pi Lambda Theta (secretary 1982-1983), Kappa Delta Pi.

Interests

• Avocations: reading, music, exercise, golf, wildlife preservation.

Connections

Father:

Johnny Herman Benson

Mother:

Virginia Margaret Benson