The ETSU Foundation And East Tennessee State University Celebrated The Dedication Of The Ronald V. Hite Boardroom At The Model Mill. Ronald V. Hite, A 1964 ETSU Alumnus, Has Supported The University Since 1989, Serving On Numerous Boards, Leading The ETSU Foundation, And Chairing The Comprehensive Campaign That Raised Over $163 Million. Hite’s Leadership Was Instrumental In Moving The ETSI Foundation To The Model Mill. Hite Also Had A Distinguished 33-Year Military Career, Holding Key Roles In The U.S. Army. He Is A Recipient Of ETSU’s Highest Alumni Honor, The George L. Carter Award.