[7] Faust-Goudeau studied pre-law at Wichita State University,[6][8] and became a photographer and community activist.
However, in 2003, Betts was appointed to fill a state senate vacancy, and by a vote of precinct committeemen and committeewomen, Faust-Goudeau was appointed to fill Betts' vacant seat in the Kansas House of Representatives.
[2] Senate Minority Leader Anthony Hensley has characterized her as "the strongest pro-family legislator in the Legislature," building her career chiefly on helping families and children.
[2] Faust-Goudeau's chief activity has been in protecting rights and services for seniors, the disabled, and children—including children in state custody[9]—and in promoting business/development interests.
Current and former board memberships:[41] Oletha Faust-Goudeau: ...and on Kansas Democratic Party sites: ...and elsewhere: