Benson considers serving Lindsey Wilson College students as the Director of Freshman Year Experience an honor. He is a  native of Albany, Ky., and a graduate of Clinton County High School. In fall 2000, he entered Lindsey Wilson as a freshman, where he began to develop a passion for the institution.

In May 2004, Benson received a bachelor of arts degree in communication and Christian ministries from LWC, and then in May 2007 he received and a master of arts in communication from Western Kentucky University.

Working at Lindsey Wilson allows Benson to work within a family atmosphere that encompasses the campus' everyday life. Each year, he looks forward to working with each and every student and to make sure that his or her college experience is unforgettable. Benson's goal is to encourage, help and direct each student in their academic endeavors and social involvement.

Serving as director of FYE is Benson's way of giving back to the college for what it has given him.