President Steven D. Bennion
President Steven D. Bennion’s administration began in 1989 and lasted until 1997. His administration was one of expansion and created many opportunities for students.
- 25 years of experience in higher education administration prior to his Presidential administration over Rick’s College.
- Scholarships, loans, and grant programs greatly increased.
- President Bennion is credited by many for remembering people’s names
- In the Fall of 1989 there were record-setting enrollments.
- During his Presidential administration, the first new building in 17 years, the John Taylor Building, was constructed.
- President Bennion is often compared to Brigham Young University-Idaho’s current President, President Alvin F. Meredith III.
- During his tenure, he prepared the college for the future as computer access for students was expanded.
- Student enrollment increased to 8,250 because of the development of the “fast track” program.
- President Bennion also served as the president of Snow College, Southern Utah University, and the New York New York City Mission.
Marjorie Bennion
- Sister Bennion served as temple Matron of the Manhattan New York Temple.
- She also served as a Church-service missionary in Church Hosting, and alongside President Bennion as mission president and during his administration at Ricks College.
- She was born in Vernal, Utah to Clair Ross and Voneta Millet Hopkins.