Utah Tech University inducts three new members to Hall of Fame
Utah Tech University welcomed three new members to its Hall of Fame last week.
Dr. Donna Dillingham-Evans, Melzie Ganowsky, and Raymond Ganowsky were all inducted during a special ceremony with UT officials, recognized for their outstanding contributions to Trailblazer Nation.
The Hall of Fame induction is a prestigious honor and celebrates individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and unwavering support for Utah Tech University. Brad Last, Vice President of Advancement and Development at Utah Tech, emphasized, "This award not only acknowledges the enduring commitment of these individuals to our institution but also commemorates their substantial contributions."
Since its establishment in 1998, the university's Hall of Fame has been a platform for honoring members of the university community who have made significant contributions to education through either service or financial means and have achieved distinction in their respective fields of study, professions, or through active involvement in their communities.
Dr. Donna Dillingham-Evans, a first-generation college graduate of Austin Peay State University, took an inspiring academic journey that led her from OBGYN research at Vanderbilt University to conducting research in Germany. Subsequently, she evolved into a cardiology researcher and a licensed clinical toxicologist at the University of California San Diego. Dillingham-Evans's contributions to education continued as she became the Student Support Services Math Skills Coordinator at what was then Dixie College. During her tenure at the institution, she achieved the rank of a tenured full professor, served as the founding chair of the Mathematics Department, acted as interim Vice President of Academics, and became the university’s first female Executive Vice President of Academics. Her career exemplifies unwavering dedication to academic excellence.
Melzie and Raymond Ganowsky, entrepreneurs of notable distinction, founded RAM Aviation, Space & Defense in 1975. Their products have found their way into nearly every major platform within the aerospace industry. Additionally, their company has been a major service provider for both military and commercial markets. The Ganowskys assumed a controlling interest in Intergalactic, a move that significantly improved the company and established its base in St. George. They continue to manage their businesses while fostering the development of aspiring engineers, skilled craftsmen, and business professionals, particularly those interested in STEM education and careers.
"The Hall of Fame is our expression of gratitude to Trailblazers who have exhibited resilience, determination, and achieved remarkable success, all while contributing significantly to the betterment of Utah Tech University," stated Richard "Biff" Williams, the University's President. "We are honored to induct Dr. Donna Dillingham-Evans, Melzie Ganowsky, and Raymond Ganowsky as the latest distinguished members of our Hall of Fame, and we celebrate the lasting legacy they have created."
This article originally appeared on St. George Spectrum & Daily News: Utah Tech inducts three new members to Hall of Fame
