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McCord Family Alumni Center

The McCord Family Alumni Center is a welcoming space for East Texas A&M University alumni to connect, reminisce, and celebrate their Lion pride. Named in honor of Sam McCord, a former Alumni Association Director, the center serves as a hub for alumni engagement. Whether you’re visiting campus for an event or just stopping by, we want to visit with you!

The McCord Family Alumni Center is also available for rentals, making it the perfect venue for meetings, receptions, and special gatherings.

For more information about reserving the Alumni Center, please contact our Director of Alumni Engagement.

Affinity Partners

Affinity partnerships support the Lion Alumni Association by building strong connections with trusted businesses and organizations. These collaborations provide exclusive benefits and services tailored to members of the Alumni Association. Our goal through these alliances is to enhance the lives of our alumni and support the growth and success of our university and students. Visit us at Affinity Partners.

Alumni Board

The East Texas A&M University Alumni Association Board is dedicated to fostering lifelong connections between alumni and their alma mater. Committed to growing alumni membership, strengthening alumni networks, and supporting university traditions, the board works to engage, connect, and celebrate the alumni community through events, outreach, and special initiatives.

Officers

  • Duane Hicks
    President
    Class of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts,1994
  • Jennifer Spring
    Vice President
    Class of Business, 2002
  • Trent Hamilton
    Secretary
    Class of Science and Engineering, 2003 and 2008
  • Stanley Brewer
    Treasurer
    Class of Business, 1984

Members

  • Jose Arciga
    Class of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts, 2016
  • Leah Cleveland
    Class of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts, 1994
  • LaCresha Dale
    Class of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources, 2005
  • KrisSandra Demus
    Class of Education and Human Services, 1998
  • Rene' Griffin
    Class of Science and Engineering, 1975
  • Charles Hill
    Class of Education and Human Services, 1973
  • Ne’Shaun L. Jones
    Class of Education and Human Services, 1994 and 1996
  • Tiffany Koffel
    Class of Innovation and Design, 2011 and 2014
  • Judy McMurrain
    Class of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts, 1965
  • Chris Shaw
    Class of Business, 2000 and 2003
  • Shannon Solis
    Class of Science and Engineering, 1994 and 1996
  • Matthew Todd
    Class of Science and Engineering, 2005 and 2012
  • Woody Williams
    Class of Business, 2001

Emeritus Members

  • Michael Callahan
    Class of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts, 1984
  • Susan Dacus
    Class of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts, 1971
  • Lea Anne DeVega
    Class of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts, 1974 and 1980
  • Dian Fife
    Class of Education and Human Services, 1963 and 1964
  • Jency Holbert
    Class of Education and Human Services, 1979, 1991 and 2011
  • Harold Kinamon
    Class of Science and Engineering, 1962 and 1964
  • John McCasland
    Class of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts, 1961 and 1962
  • Janet Peek
    Class of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts, 1966 and 1972
  • Beverly Pirkey
    Class of Education and Human Services, 1963
  • Jandy Thompson
    Class of Education and Human Services, 1997
  • Winston Williams
    Class of Humanities, Social Sciences and Arts, 1962

Know someone who would make a great Alumni Association board member? Nominate them today and help us continue to strengthen our Lion community. Submit your nomination!

Transcript

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Contact Us

  • 1706 Stonewall St.
  • Commerce, TX 75429
  • P.O. Box 3011
  • Commerce, TX 75428
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