Patrick R. Wilson, Fort Worth :: He studied business at UNT in 2011 and 2012. He loved sports and was a diehard Dallas Cowboys fan.

Elvis Castello Madurai (’14), Highland Village :: He was a senior interdisciplinary studies major, completing his student teaching as he pursued his dream to teach. Born in South Africa, he became a U.S. citizen in 2013. His degree was awarded posthumously, accepted by his sons in May. Memorials may be made to the UNT Foundation in honor of his commitment and love for teaching.

Steven Fromholz, Eldorado :: He was a singer and songwriter who attended North Texas from 1963 to 1965. He performed his own music and wrote songs for other artists, including “I’d Have to be Crazy” recorded by Willie Nelson. Some of his best-known works were “Bears” and “Texas Trilogy,” covered by Lyle Lovett. He also was a published author and poet and was named Texas’ state poet laureate in 2007. At North Texas, he was part of the Folk Music Club, which also included singers Ray Wylie Hubbard and Michael Martin Murphey. He began his music career after serving in the U.S. Navy.

Baffour Boahen (’13), Denton :: He was a senior studying psychology and was awarded his degree posthumously in December. He also was a student employee at UNT’s Kristin Farmer Autism Center.

Amanda Brianne Lizzio, Colleyville :: She transferred to UNT in fall 2013 and was studying pre-hospitality management. She worked at the Grand Hyatt hotel at Dallas/ Fort Worth International Airport.