Merl Baker, a native of Cadiz, Kentucky, received a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Kentucky in 1945. He was a member of Omicron Delta Kappa, editor of the Kentucky Engineer, president of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers student chapter, managing editor of The Kentuckian, and held leadership roles with the Student Government Association. After spending one year in the U.S. Navy during WWII, he pursued a Master of Science degree and a Ph.D.
B.S Civil Engineering 1959 Engineer, educator, administrator, and author – “Mac” Yowell’s contributions to the engineering profession are many and varied.
B.S. Electrical Engineering 1976 Cornelius James Starkey IV is known to one and all as Neil — and his accomplishments in engineering are equally well known and highly regarded.
From campus to coal to tourism, the work of Aubrey D. May is seen throughout Kentucky.
If space is indeed the “final frontier,” Edward Lassiter is a frontiersman of the first order. He has been a leader in developing and using new technologies for defense systems during a distinguished engineering career.
B.S. Mechanical Engineering 1966 Competitors have found it difficult to keep up with Billy Harper. Whether growing his construction business or driving race cars on the hot rod circuit, Mr. Harper has moved quickly, decisively – and successfully.
P.h.D Mechanical Engineering Dean, The Henry Samueli School of Engineering and Applied Science Five competitive research centers have been awarded to UCLA in the last two years. Dean Vijay K. Dhir is making his mark – again. Dr. Dhir is an internationally recognized leader in engineering education and research.
B.S. Civil Engineering 1949 Change is one of Calvin G. Grayson’s favorite words and he has proven that time and again during his career in the transportation industry. Finding new and better ways of moving people and goods has been his life’s mission.
B.S. Civil Engineering 1981 Aim High. The United States Air Force slogan certainly fits the career of Louisville native Brigadier General Timothy A. Byers.
B.S. Mechanical Engineering 1958 What do Roosevelt (Red) Maynard, Jr. and a Ford F150 pickup truck have in common? Both are versatile, hard working, popular, and known for their longevity.
