Ruth joined the faculty at California State University, Fullerton, in the early 1970’s teaching undergraduate courses in Developmental Reading.  Later as professor of Reading Education she taught graduate classes in the Reading Master's Program. She also administered campus-wide programs in Educational Equity. Ruth delivered papers at professional conferences throughout the Southwest, authored numerous articles for professional journals, and co-authored a book entitled, Yes, Johnny Can Read: Matching Young Readers With Books.  

           Now retired, Ruth finds the current stage of her life fulfilling.  She has served as a Trustee on the Huntington Beach Library Board, and is a member of the Friends of the Children's Library.  She founded the library's Grandparents and Books program bringing older adults and children together through enjoyable reading experiences. Ruth is an Elder at St. Peter's By-the-Sea Presbyterian Church in Huntington Beach.  She is moderator of the Mission Outreach Team that oversees a variety of short and long term outreach projects as well as hunger and shelter programs both locally and internationally. Her life has been enriched by her travels worldwide.