Awards and Recognition
Celebrating Our Alumni
East Texas A&M takes pride in recognizing and honoring our outstanding alumni. Through prestigious awards, we celebrate those who have made a lasting impact on their professions, communities and the university.
Distinguished Alumni Award
The Distinguished Alumni Award honors alumni who have achieved exceptional success in their professional fields and made significant contributions to East Texas A&M. Nominees must demonstrate professional excellence, leadership, and engagement with the university, enhancing its reputation and impact on society. Learn more about the distinguished alumni award’s history and past awardees.
Gold Blazer Award
To be nominated for a Gold Blazer Award, alumni must demonstrate exceptional service, leadership, and integrity through contributions to their community, East Texas A&M, or the Alumni Association. Nominees should actively support the university, embody its values and make a positive impact on society.
Alumni Ambassador Award
The Alumni Ambassador Award is the highest honor that a department may bestow upon its graduates. Each year, academic departments across campus are given the opportunity to honor a former student. The honoree is invited to return to campus to interact with current students, faculty and staff. Over the years, hundreds of graduates have returned to campus to participate in the annual Alumni Ambassador Forum.
Contact Us
- Office of Alumni Engagement
- Main: 903.886.5765; Toll Free: 1.866.268.4844
- 1706 Stonewall St.
- Commerce, TX 75429
- P.O. Box 3011
- Commerce, TX 75428