Kathryn Woods Stanberry Woman in Transition

Kay was hired in 1959 as a Secretary in OCC’s Publicity Office. She became Secretary to the Dean of Instruction, Dr. Moore, the following year. When Dr. Moore became the college’s President in 1964, she moved with him and became secretary to the president for the next 18 years until they both retired in 1982. As an OCC employee, Kay was considered the “Ultimate Professional” . She remained supportive of the college and its staff throughout her retirement.

Kay served for many years on the Board of the Friends of the Norman E. Watson Library. She was also actively involved for many years with the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Orange County serving on its board. Kay was presented an A.A. Degree from Orange Coast College in 1990. During her retirement, she traveled with many of her OCC friends to Europe, the Middle East, Asia, South America, and Africa. All three of her daughters received degrees from Community Colleges.