Hall of Distinction inductees for 2008 are pictured with University
of Kentucky President Lee T. Todd Jr. and College of Engineering Dean
Thomas W. Lester. From left, President Todd, Dr. Wendell S. Norman,
Lois Turner, widow of inductee Dr. Larry W. Turner, Davis L. Marksbury,
J. Ralph King and Dean Lester.
John Wesley Gunn, Class of 1890, earned the first engineering degree awarded
by what eventually became the University of Kentucky. Since that modest
beginning 115 years ago, 19,000 individuals have followed his example
and received degrees in engineering and computer science. Through their
extraordinary achievements, our alumni have established a lasting legacy
of excellence.
Initiated in 1992, the Hall
of Distinction recognizes and honors those alumni who have demonstrated
distinguished engineering professional accomplishments, outstanding
character, and commitment to community service. This recognition serves
to encourage exemplary achievements by current students and others.
It is a symbol of the respect and admiration held by the University
of Kentucky College of Engineering for these esteemed individuals.
