2021 Baylor Alumni Award Winners

Baylor University alumni and friends make significant contributions to society in many forms. The Baylor Alumni Awards program acknowledges the distinctive mission of Baylor University and recognizes those who achieve success in a manner consistent with that mission. Following are the recipients for 2021.

Dr. Gary J. Sheppard, B.A. '87

Alumnus of the Year

Jessica Cope, B.F.A. '15

Young Alumna of the Year

Timothy Head, B.A. '98, M.S.W. '04, J.D. '08

Pro Texana Medal of Service

Daniel Roby, B.A. '04

Pro Ecclesia Medal of Service

Brett James, B.S. '91

Contributions to the Professions in Media & Arts

Merrie Beckham, A.B.C. '86

Alumna by Choice of the Year

Sue Mayborn

Founders Medal