Article Photos: Oklahoma City woman, 78, earns college degree and finds new purpose in life

Ruth Benford, 78, right, recently received her degree from the University of Phoenix. She spends some of her time with her good friend, 96 year-old Ethel Wilcox. <strong>Jim Beckel - THE OKLAHOMAN</strong>

Ruth Benford, 78, right, recently received her degree from the University of Phoenix. She spends some of her time with her good friend, 96 year-old Ethel Wilcox. Jim Beckel - THE OKLAHOMAN