Terri Jo Austin is an American educator and politician from Indiana. Austin is a Democratic member of the Indiana House of Representatives, and last represented the 36th District from January 2003 to November 2022.
In 1977, Austin earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education from Ball State University. In 1981, Austin earned a MAE degree in Elementary Education from Ball State University. In 1996, Austin earned an Educational Administration and Supervision Certificate from Butler University.[1]
In 2003, Austin became an adjunct professor at Anderson University's School of Education.[1]
On November 2, 2004, as an incumbent, Austin won the election and continued serving District 36. Austin defeated Ronald B. Carrell with 62.04% of the votes.[4][5]
On November 7, 2006, as an incumbent, Austin won the election and continued serving District 36. Austin defeated Francie Pyburn Metzger with 63.43% of the votes.[6][7] On November 4, 2008, as an incumbent, Austin won the election and continued serving District 36. Austin defeated Frank Burrows and Greg Noland with 60.73% of the votes.[8][9]
On November 6, 2018, as an incumbent, Austin won the election and continued serving District 36. Austin defeated Jennifer Culp with 55.41% of the votes.[10][11][12][1]
Awards
2004 Legislator of the Year. Presented by Indiana Chiropractors Association.[1]
2005 Legislator of the Year. Presented by Indiana Petroleum and Convenience Store Association.[1]
