Wesleyan Wednesday: Kelly (Keohane) Steitler ’94
Kelly retired from teaching after 27 years of teaching at Owensboro Middle School in 2021 and she’s a brand new member of the Alumni Association’s Board of Directors! Learn more about her here!
Q: What teams, organizations, or activities did you participate in while at KWC?
A: I was a non-traditional student, married with a child, so I wasn’t the usual just-out-of-high-school student! I was involved in all aspects of the education process.
Q: Why did you choose KWC?
A: I chose KWC because of their outstanding educational program, and I didn’t regret my choice for a moment!
Q: Have you earned any degrees/certifications since graduating from KWC?
A: I earned my Master of Arts in Education degree From Western Kentucky University in 2000.
Q: Are you married? Do you have any children? Tell us a little about your home life!
A: I am married to John Steitler. We have one son, Jordan Steitler, and one like-a-son, Luke Douglas. John retired a few months before I did from Specialty Foods Group.
Q: What are your favorite hobbies?
A: I love to read and volunteer. Together, John and I also enjoy traveling – we’ve gone to West Virginia, Missouri, Nashville and New Orleans since we retired. More trips are in the future!
Q: What is your favorite KWC memory?
A: My favorite KWC memory is following the KWC men and women’s basketball teams both at the Sportscenter and on the Panther Express.
Q: What’s an interesting fact about yourself?
A: I was born in Buffalo, New York. I am very organized and Type A (per my son, who claims I drive him crazy).
Q: Why should a prospective student choose KWC?
A: A prospective student should choose KWC because of the dedication of the faculty and staff to help each person become the best he/she can be.
Q: What advice do you have for our future alumni?
A: My advice for future alumni is to stay focused on your future and value the lasting friendships you will make at Kentucky Wesleyan.
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