January 5, 2026 Local Stories in and Around St. Joseph, Illinois

Senior Spotlight… Jillian Plotner

What are your plans after you leave SJO?
I plan on studying forensic anthropology. I haven’t decided what school yet!

If you could have dinner with three people, who would it be?
Dinner would be with my sister, Murelle,Taylor Swift, and my best friend, Aubrey Kern.

Who is your biggest inspiration?
My biggest inspiration is my sister, Murelle. She always had a big heart and would always be there when necessary.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?
I see myself having a stable job with a husband (hopefully) and a few wonderful kids.

What is your favorite class at SJO?
Ultimate favorite class was biology since we got to dissect different types of animals.

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