In 1921, with a Bachelor of Science in mining engineering, Earl D. Wallace, Sr. began his professional career as engineer and geologist for petroleum exploration at Petroleum Exploration, Inc., in Lee County, Kentucky. In 1942 he became a vice president and director of The Standard Oil Company ( Ohio) headquartered in Cleveland.
Born in Tompkinsville, Kentucky, Dr. Jack B. Howard received a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in mining engineering from the University of Kentucky in 1960 and 1961 respectively. Continuing his education at The Pennsylvania State University, Dr. Howard earned a Ph.D. in 1965.
B.S. Agriculture Engineering 1975 M.S. Mining Engineering 1991 J. Steven Gardner is a prolific author and writer on significant mining engineering issues, with his pieces appearing in dozens of leading industry publications that reflect vast and deep experience in consulting work that has taken him across the country.
B.S. in Mining Engineering 1966 D.J. Patton isn’t reluctant to talk about his humble beginnings. By his account, he wasn’t a good college student, grew up in a poor family and went to a high school where the academics were well below average. For those reasons, Mr. Patton credits the University of Kentucky and, specifically, the Department of Mining Engineering, with giving him the training for a successful career in the mining industry.
UK Pigman College of Engineering researchers in the Department of Mining Engineering Steven Schafrik (PI), Zach Agioutantis (Co-I) and Joseph Sottile (Co-I) have received a nearly $439,000 grant from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health for their project, "Development and Demonstration of an Automated Shuttle Car."
B.S. in Mining Engineering, 1992
Damon Barber is a global natural resources finance and operations executive with over 30 years of experience. Since 2014, Barber has been the senior managing director of Liberty Metals & Mining. He has led and directed all aspects of investing and managing a portfolio of over $1 billion of global private equity investments in the mining sector.
Eastern Kentucky native Rusty Justice has built a career based on entrepreneurial spirit, community involvement, and engineering know-how, all in the heart of the place he calls home. Justice earned dual Bachelor of Science degrees in mining engineering and civil engineering from the University of Kentucky in 1983 and 1985, respectively. Following his graduation, Justice set out to utilize his education and practical experience to establish himself as an innovator in design-build solutions across multiple industries.
For over three decades, J. 'Chris' Adkins has exemplified leadership and innovation within the engineering profession. As a visionary in his field, Adkins has driven significant advancements in safety and operational excellence within the mining industry.
