| YEAR | RECIPIENT NAME | AFFILIATION | PHOTO |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Richard A. Smath | Kentucky Geological Survey | YES |
| 2013 | Dr. James Howard | Retired Consulting Geologist | NO |
| 2011 | Andy Mead | Lexington-Herald Leader, retired | NO |
| 2011 | Richard A. Smath | Kentucky Geological Survey | NO |
| 2010 | Collie Rulo | Kentucky Geological Survey | NO |
