The Distinguished Alumnus Award is given to the alumnus who in addition to embodying the principles and ideals that Houston Christian University stands for, also has made significant contributions in their own profession or field.
2023
Dr. Pete Sanchez ’94
2022
Brandon Baca ’00
Lourie Moore ’87
2021
Dr. David Self ’73
2020
Tina Boaz Murray ’99
2019
Tadd Tellepsen MBA ’93
2018
The Honorable Jeffrey Norman ’82
2017
The Honorable Joe Zimmerman MBA ’89
2016
Benny Agosto ’86
2015
Dr. William Jordan ’97
2014
Jeffrey Amerson ’86
2013
Congressman Bill Flores MBA ’85
2012
Reverend W. Emory Gadd ’77
2011
Joana Camacho-Matthynssens ’93
2010
Dr. Voddie Baucham ’92
2009
Randall O. Sorrels ’84
2008
Michael Reinfeldt MBA ’85
2007
Carlton Thompson ’93
2006
Edwin B. Young ’84
2005
Charles Reid ’93
2004
Raymond Denson ’74
2003
Manfred Jachmich ’69
2002
Dr. Cliff McGee Jr. ’89
2001
Bob Beauchamp MS ’87
2000
Dr. Ronald L. Ellis ’77
1999
Mark Denison ’82
Lisa Morris Simon ’76
1998
Dr. Judith Wallis ’81 MEd ’85
Colin S. Montgomerie ’87
1997
Dr. Elizabeth Ann Harkins ’73
Dr. Thomas Wheeler ’75
1996
Elaine Wood ’80
Ron Stone MLA ’94
1995
Dr. Linda Fix Roff ’69
Rick Bailey ’69
1994
Pamela K. Moore ’74 MBA ’81
Stephen Picket ’80
1993
Dr. Barbara Taylor-Cox ’81
Dr. James C. Denison ’80
1992
Carol Ann Halliday Bonds ’68
Beverly Kay Kepler Bonner ’68
Dr. John I. Brady Jr. ’71
Dr. Mark E. Jensen ’78
1991
Marsha Mathis Eckermann ’68
Richard L. Hudson ’75
1990
Dr. Nancy Yuill ’72
Ronald “Steve” Woodall ’84
Outstanding Alumnus Award
This award was the precursor to the Distinguished Alumnus Award and was presented from 1973-1983.
Past Award Recipients
1982
Dr. John Gillespie ’67
1982
Dr. Marvin R. Raley ’71
1981
John “David” Elkins ’70
1980
Kathryn Mayfield ’70
1979
Thomas Tucker Bonner Jr. ’69
1978
Rosalyn Beavers Fabianke ’71
1977
C. Pat Ellis ’68
1976
Art Daniel ’73
1975
Dr. Herman Barlow, Jr. ’72
1973
Don Anderson ’68
The Meritorious Service Award goes to an alumnus who exemplifies a sustained commitment of time, actions, and energy towards furthering the ideals of Houston Christian University.
2023
Jess Rogers Dunham ’00 MEd’02 & Cary Dunham ’93
2021
Branden Mickan ’08
2020
Debora Burnett ’06
2019
Dr. Diane Williams ’93
2018
Lynda Deloach ’67
2017
Debra Perich ’99
2016
Mark Ammerman ’82
2015
Mon’Sher Spencer ’08
2014
Aaron ’06 & Stephanie ’08 Diehl
2013
Mark Denison ’82
2012
Rita Marie Tauer ’85
2011
Lynn Kiesewetter ’92
2010
Dr. Percy Howard III ’85
2009
Terry Lewis ’85
2008
Francis Bui ’00
2007
Carol Lavender EMBA ’92
Dee Pete-Jones EMBA ’92
2006
Tadd Tellepsen MBA’99
2005
Catherine Neben ’89
2004
Monica Hodges ’94 & MEd’00
2003
Candace Adams Desrosiers ’94
2002
Vivian Camacho ’91
2001
Judi Vogel ’94
2000
Robert M. Powell ’76
1999
Rick Bailey ’69
Rosemary Laird ’87
1998
Rita LaRue ’84
Dick Hudson ’75
1997
Avie Croom Bailey ’68
Saleim Robeen Kahleh ’84
1996
Dr. Jennifer Berry Ferguson ’68
Arthur “Chuck” Lang III ’75 MEd ’82
1995
Amy Butler ’89
Ray LaDon Cox, Jr. ’81
1994
Dawn Nelson ’90
Steve L. Braun ’80
1993
James M. Skaggs ’73
Lois Shanks ’82
1992
Jane Jester Marmion ’68
Joel H. Berry III ’72
1991
Karen Thomas Platt ’83
David Stutts ’82
1990
Rose Kay Parker ’82
Randy Garbs ’76 MBA ’83
The Hallmark Award is given to a member of our incredible faculty or staff who not only gives so much to the current students that they teach, but who helps sustain that bridge and connection to our graduates long after we’ve stepped across the stage.
2023
Dr. Louis Markos
2022
Dr. Randy Hatchett
2021
Jesse GrothOlson
2020
Dr. Rhonda Furr
2019
Coach Ron Cottrell
2018
Colonel Newt Cole
Dr. Christopher Hammons
2017
Theresa Fuqua
2016
Dr. Rusty Brooks
2015
Dr. Melissa Wiseman
2014
Steve Moniaci
2013
Stewart and Joella* Morris
2012
Mary Ann and Dr. J. Bruce* Belin
2011
Dr. Robert B. Sloan, Jr.
2010
Dr. Mohan Kuruvilla
2009
Dr. Shari Wescott
2008
Clay Porter
2008
Sue Sloan
2007
Dr. Don Looser
2006
Job Garcia
2005
Dr. Larry Ruddell
2004
Frances Curtis
2003
Ken Rogers
2002
Anthony Martin
2001
Dr. E. D. Hodo
2001
Sharon Saunders
2000
Dr. Don Byrnes
*Awarded Posthumously
The Emma Key Faithful Servant award is given to an undergraduate student on our campus whose words, deeds, and demeanor exemplify the very spirit of the amazing young girl that it’s named after. Emma Claire Key. The remarkable 9 year old daughter of Steven ’96 and Sherry ’95 Key, who exemplified service to others with a bold ability to evangelize.
2023
Kristen Kleymeyer ’22, MBA ’24
2022
Sara “Noemi” Martinez ’22
2021
Christina Little ’21
2020
Elizabeth Saldivar ’20
2019
Abbey Hannah Brant ’19
2018
Paul Arce ’19
2017
Julie Nguyen ’18
2016
Victoria Simms ’17
2015
Sebastien Huang ’15
The Emerging Leader Award is given to honor an undergraduate alumnus of 10 or fewer years who has had early career success and made a positive impact in their community. This recipient recognizes the importance of their education at Houston Christian University and demonstrates interest in and loyalty to HCU.
2022
Jasmine Harding Adams ’13 | Taylor Ducoff ’13
2022
Micah Jimison ’19
2021
Crystal Dang ’12
