2017 Award Winners
Baylor University alumni and friends around the world make significant contributions to society in many forms. The Baylor University Meritorious Achievement Awards celebrate the distinctive mission of Baylor University and honor those who achieve remarkable success in a manner consistent with that mission. Following are the 2017-18 honorees.
Alumni of the Year
Alumni of the Year
Awarded to graduates who have demonstrated remarkable achievement in the previous year.
Young Alumnus of the Year
Young Alumnus of the Year
Awarded to a graduate age 40 or under who has demonstrated remarkable achievement in the previous year.
Pro Ecclesia Medal of Service
Pro Ecclesia Medal of Service
Awarded to individuals whose broad contributions to Christian ministry have made an immeasurable impact.
Pro Texana Medal of Service
Pro Texana Medal of Service
Awarded to an individual whose contributions in furthering the mission of Baylor have made an immeasurable impact in the public or non-profit sector.
Distinguished Achievement Award
Distinguished Achievement Award
Bestowed on individuals who have made a distinct contribution to their particular profession, business or vocation and in doing so have brought honor to Baylor.
Medicine Medal of Service
Medicine Medal of Service
Awarded to individuals for dedication to advancing their chosen fields and making significant impacts in our world.
Christian Ministry Medal of Service
Christian Ministry Medal of Service
Awarded to individuals for dedication to advancing their chosen fields and making significant impacts in our world.
W.R. White Meritorious Achievement Award
W.R. White Meritorious Achievement Award
Presented in recognition of outstanding service to Baylor and continued loyalty to the university.
Baylor Legacy Award
Baylor Legacy Award
Awarded to individuals who demonstrate extraordinary service and philanthropy to Baylor or to causes that fit our mission as a Christian university.
Baylor Founders Medal
Baylor Founders Medal
Reserved for men and women whose service and contributions have been unusually significant to the life and future of Baylor.