Each year, the UNT Alumni Achievement Awards honor individuals who exemplify the spirit of our university. These awards will be presented by the UNT Alumni Association at 6 p.m. on Nov. 6 in the UNT Gateway Center Ballroom. Learn more at untalumni.com/events/alumni-awards.

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

• Susan Gabbard ('70, '01 M.S.)
• Dave Heacock ('88 M.B.A.)
• Troy Phillips ('69)
• Vikas Sinha ('23 Ph.D.)

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

• Erin Hogue ('99)

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

• Troy Wolf ('86, '93 M.S.)

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

• Phil Samson ('22 M.F.A.)