Soaring Eagles

The following alumni will be honored during Homecoming Week at the 2022 Distinguished Alumni Achievement Awards Nov. 2.

Distinguished Alumni Award
The most prestigious award given by the UNT Alumni Association, honoring alumni for professional achievement and noteworthy contributions to society at the university.

  • Dr. Linda Creagh ('62, '63 M.S., '67 Ph.D.)
  • Frank Morris ('71)
  • Dr. Victor Rodriguez ('55, '62 M.S.)

Rising Star Award
Recognizes recent graduates for distinguished achievement that has merited the honor and praise of peers and colleagues.

  • Mathew Zuniga ('21 M.S.)

Outstanding Alumni Service Award
Presented to individuals who have provided exceptional volunteer service to UNT or their community.

  • George Esquivel ('91)

Ulys Knight Spirit Award
Given to an individual or group that has made noteworthy efforts to show exceptional UNT spirit.

  • Le'Nore Smith

Generations of Excellence Award
Honors a legacy family that has exhibited extraordinary dedication to higher education at UNT through multiple generations.

  • Neil ('52, '57 M.M.Ed.) and Sandra ('54, '57 M.M.) Davidson and Family
  • Dr. Scott Davidson ('81)
  • Bruce Davidson ('84)
  • Blake Davidson
  • Shannon Davidson ('17 M.S.)
  • Kathryn Davidson ('20)

Nominate alumni for next year's Distinguished Alumni Achievement Awards.