Alumni Awards

The Distinguished Alumnus Award, the highest honor bestowed upon a former student of Texas A&M University, has been awarded since 1962. Presented jointly by the university and The Association of Former Students, this award recognizes Aggies who have achieved excellence in their chosen professions and made meaningful contributions to Texas A&M University and their local communities.

Each year, The Association of Former Students’ 12 Under 12 Young Alumni Spotlight recognizes 12 former students who graduated no more than 12 years ago for their outstanding accomplishments in business, civic service and philanthropy, and for representing Texas A&M’s core values of respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and selfless service. Those who graduated in the last 12 years qualify for consideration for this award. Awarded since 2013, previous year honorees have included leaders in business and higher education, architects, petroleum engineers, non-profit executives, physicians, veterans, and members of the US armed forces.