Distinguished Alumni Award

The WTC Distinguished Alumni Award celebrates and recognizes past students who have personified and upheld the core values and philosophy of WTC as outlined in James P. Owen’s “Code of the West”. These outstanding women and men have demonstrated leadership in their chosen professions and distinguished themselves through service to their communities. These alumni serve as role models to inspire today’s students to strive for both personal and professional success.
PREVIOUS DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI
2016: Deborah Pruitt Boyd
2017: Jason Tyler
2018: Terry Leatherwood
2019: Emily Smith
2023: Julie Goodenough
SELECTION CRITERIA
Selection as a Distinguished Alumni is one of the highest honors granted to an alumnus/alumna of Western Texas College. The following criteria will be used to review each nominee and will be the basis for comparison with other nominees. A detailed statement of nomination should address as many of the following areas of excellence as possible.
Role Model
Candidate personifies the “Code of the West” and inspires excellence in others.
Outstanding Success
Attained significant achievements in professional or personal life
Impact
Candidate’s accomplishments have a long-lasting effect on business and/or community.
Community Service
Candidate has demonstrated a visible commitment to the well-being of their community, especially the Western Texas College service area.
Other
Must attend Award Reception
Must not currently be a student of WTC
ELIGIBILITY
A previous student who attended or graduated from Western Texas College.
SELECTION PROCESS
Recipient will be selected by committee and will be notified by the Director of College Advancement.
AWARD CEREMONY
The WTC Distinguished Alumni Award will be presented annually. Recipient must be able to attend event to receive award.
For questions and more information, please contact Melanie Schwertner, at (325) 574-6503 or Email Melanie Schwertner.
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