With honors: 2011-12 Baylor University Meritorious Achievement Award Winners
Sept. 28, 2011
By Lane Murphy, BA '04, MA '06
Baylor University alumni and friends from all over the globe make significant contributions to society in many forms. In winter 2010 the university launched a comprehensive program of awards that acknowledges the distinctive mission of Baylor University and recognizes those who achieve success in a manner consistent with that mission. The first recipients were honored at Homecoming in October 2010. Following are the recipients for 2011-12, including the addition of two new awards.
Bob Brewton, BBA '74
Alumnus of the Year
Graduate who has demonstrated remarkable achievement in the previous year
Michael Lindsay, BA '94
Young Alumnus of the Year
Graduate age 40 or under who has demonstrated remarkable achievement in the previous year
Jim, BBA '58, & Nell Hawkins
Baylor Legacy Award
Individuals who demonstrate extraordinary service and philanthropy to Baylor or causes that fit the university's mission
Joe, LLB '49, & Barbara Allbritton
Baylor Legacy Award
Individuals who demonstrate extraordinary service and philanthropy to Baylor or causes that fit the university's mission
Max Lucado
Pro Ecclesia // Medal of Service
Individual whose broad contributions to Christian ministry have made an immeasurable impact
Mark White, BBA '62, JD '65
Pro Texana // Medal of Service
Individual whose contributions in furthering the mission of Baylor have made an immeasurable impact in the public or non-profit sector
Gary Keller, BBA '79
Medal of Service // Business Leadership
Individual whose leadership has made a significant impact in our world and on future generations
Charles Overby
Medal of Service // Media Arts
Individual whose contributions to the fields of media communications/the arts have made a significant impact on society
John, BA '50, JD '52, & Marie Chiles
Baylor Founders Medal
Individuals whose service and contributions have been unusually significant to the life and future of Baylor
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