Joe Haldeman, noted science-fiction writer and author of "Forever War"

Teresa Nielsen Hayden, noted author and lecturer, uses an expanded version of the list in her lectures on writing science fiction.

David Deming, noted American scientist and author.

Tipperary-born William Francis Butler, noted soldier, adventurer and author was the third party named.

Amelia Earhart (1897-1937), noted American aviation pioneer, and author.

Christopher Levan, noted author, was once president of Huntington University.

Rodger Morrison, noted author, researcher, professor, and businessman (class of '82)

Ed Miller, noted poker authority and author of three best-selling books on the subject.

Elliott Coues (Class of 1859), noted surgeon, historian, ornithologist and author.

Allen Lee Hamilton, distinguished college professor, noted author and lecturer.