BOWLING GREEN, Ky., Aug. 13 -- Western Kentucky University issued the following news release:
Three leaders in military service, tourism, education and ministry will join WKU's Hall of Distinguished Alumni this fall.
Lieutenant General (Ret.) Steven L. Basham, Deana Davenport Ivey and the late Rev. Dr. John E. Jones will be honored during WKU's 2026 Homecoming Celebration.
The 35th class of noted alumni will be inducted into the Hall of Distinguished Alumni during the Hilltopper Excellence Awards on Thursday, Nov. 12 at WKU's Knicely Conference Center. The Hilltopper Excellence Awards, presented by Franklin Bank & Trust, will include additional recognitions for alumni and supporters of WKU, which will be announced at a later date. For mo...