Background
Olsen, Theresa Marie Grimaldi was born on August 1, 1960 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Daughter of Ignatius William and Geraldine Anne (Rudnick) Grimaldi.
Olsen, Theresa Marie Grimaldi was born on August 1, 1960 in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Daughter of Ignatius William and Geraldine Anne (Rudnick) Grimaldi.
Bachelor of Science in Journalism, University of Illinois, 1982; Master of Arts in Public Affairs Reporting, Sangamon State University, Springfield, Illinois, 1983.
Reporter Star Publications, Chicago Heights, Illinois, 1983-1984, Journal and Courier, Lafayette, Indiana, 1984-1986. Science and technical editor Purdue University, West Lafayette, 1986-1987. Freelance writer Morton, Illinois, 1987-1991, 94—.
Reporter Peoria (Illinois) Journal Star, 1996-1998. Director development The Salvation Army, Peoria, Illinois, 1998-1999, Springfield, 1999—2004. Instructor journalism Illinois State University, Normal, 1991-1992, Bradley University, Peoria, Illinois, 1992-1994.
Secretary Bethel Lutheran PTL, Morton, 1995-1997. Member Public Rels. Association Peoria.
Married Dean R. Olsen, June 8, 1985. Children: Crystal Maria, Kyle Dean, Daniel Ronald.