Abri Forrest joined the Lindenwood staff at the start of the 2020-21 school year as Academic Coordinator. In this role, she will work primarily with men’s basketball, gymnastics, women’s lacrosse, soccer, softball, cross country, and track & field. In addition, Forrest will assist with the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. 
 
Forrest is a multifaceted individual with experience in many sectors, by the way of Western Kentucky University. She earned both her Bachelor of Science in Sport Management as well as her Master of Science in Recreation and Sport Administration, with a certificate in Intercollegiate Athletic Administration. Forrest spent five years working within the athletic department in various facets, including athletic facilities, secretary of the Sports Management Club, Athletic Marketing Street Team, Property Assistant for Hilltopper Sports Properties, and most recently working in academics.

Forrest was a mentor to student-athletes in the Student Athlete Success Center, and worked within the Advising and Career Development Center with the Best Expectations Program, where she impacted marginalized communities within the student-athlete population as well as the general student body.