Dr. Dial F. Martin served 18 years on the faculty of the Texas A&M Department of Entomology and 24 years with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. He was well known for his teaching of entomology and research on pecan and cotton pests. He was dedicated to service of others, and was president of the Southwestern and Southeastern branches of the Entomological Society of America. His wife Eva remains a vibrant supporter of the Department, and frequents many Department functions.
Recipients
2018: Jacob Underwood
2017: Mya Gates
2016: Zayra Ramos
2015: Travis Farris
2014: Travis Farris
2013: Caitlin Evers
2012: Andrew Ly
2011: Lindsey Thompson
2010 Sarah Bahlmann
2009 Jessica Gutierrez
2008 Lydia Wessner
2007 Ava Skrabanek
2006 Jonathan Cammack