KANSAS: At the age of 95, Nola Ochs is now the world’s oldest person to receive a college diploma. But her studying days might not be over just yet — she is considering a master’s degree.
“I wouldn’t be surprised if I started it,” said Ochs.
Ochs received her bachelor’s degree in general studies and history during Saturday’s graduation ceremony at Fort Hays State University.
When she was handed her degree by Gov. Kathleen Sebelius, the crowd gave her a standing ovation, breaking a rule against applauding until all the names of all 2,176 graduates were read — including that of her granddaughter, Alexandra Ochs.
However, none of the other graduates will be entered in the Guinness Book of Records as the world’s oldest person receiving a college degree. The former record holder was Mozelle Richardson, who earned a degree from the University of Oklahoma in 2004 at the age of 90. Ochs is the matriarch of a family that includes three sons — a fourth died in 1995 — along with 13 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren.—AFP
KANSAS: At the age of 95, Nola Ochs is now the world’s oldest person to receive a college diploma. But her studying days might not be over just yet — she is considering a master’s degree.
