Hall of Fame

Dr. Kelly Thompson

Dr. Kelly Thompson

  • Class
  • Induction
    1977
  • Sport(s)

Dr. Thompson was one of the “Founding Fathers” that helped to create the Ohio Valley Conference.  AsWestern Kentucky University president, he oversaw tremendous progress on campus while also helping the school achieve university status in 1966.  While he served as president from 1955-1969, his tenure at the university spanned 63 years.