Odessa Johnson is the Dean Emerita of Community Education at Modesto Junior College and a member of the Modesto City Schools Board of Education. Ms. Johnson received her bachelor of arts degree from Tennessee State University and her master of arts degree from Columbia University. She has served as Assistant Dean of Education at Modesto Junior College and previous to that was a counselor, career center specialist, instructor, and director of community education. She has over 25 years experience in community college education, particularly in the area of life-long learning. Ms. Johnson is a member of several organizations including the Stanislaus County Commission for Women and the Modesto Chamber of Commerce. She is a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority. Ms. Johnson was appointed Regent on May 4, 1999 to fill the remainder of a twelve-year term which expires on March 1, 2000 by Governor Davis. On March 1, 2000, Governor Davis reappointed her to a term expiring March 1, 2012.

Appointed:
May 4, 1999
Term expires:
March 1, 2012

Committee memberships
(2007-08):
Compensation
Educational Policy
Grounds and Buildings (Vice Chair)
Health Services

Address:
P.O. Box 580595
Modesto, CA 95358
(209) 521-0887