Keynote Speakers
Ruth Moss
Ruth
C. Moss, a native of Charleston, West Virginia, has been actively
engaged in the life of family since her introduction to the world
through her parents David and Elynor Coleman. She has two
siblings, David and Kathryn Coleman. The family moved to Columbus
while in junior high or middle school. She is a graduate of East
High School.
Mrs. Moss’s
interests in family, education, and community were further
developed during her tenure at Central State University. While
there, she enjoyed participation as a Varsity Cheerleader, Miss
ROTC, member of Les Danseurs Touring Dance Troupe, and President
of HPER Association. She engaged in post graduate work at The
Ohio State University.
Her career as a
committed and passionate educator began as a secondary Columbus
Public School teacher; she was a coordinator for the Science Fairs
and the judges. Presently, her professional expertise and
influence continues as Vice President of Danno Publishing Company
and Vice President of Public Relations,
HBCUCONNECT.COM.
Her community and
professional membership and activities include: the National
Association of Black School Educators (NABSE), Teacher Mentor for
Ohio State student teachers, officer and member of the National
Association of University Women, Judge for the Ohio Miss Black
Teenage Pageant, member of Friends of Freedom and Justice, YMCA,
and YWCA.
Mrs. Ruth Moss is
the wife of the late Mr. William (Bill) R. Moss II and the mother
of five wonderful children: Sonya C. (Gary), Loren C., Daniel C.
(Loretta), William R. III (Arawyma), and Elynor R. Moss. She is a
proud and loving grandmother of seven grandchildren: Brandi,
Careese, Gary, Kennedi, Rubi, William, Natalie and great
grandchild Isaiah.