Of the many traditions at Texas Wesleyan University, few are more cherished than the annual Alumni Medal Dinner. The event celebrates the excellence and success of our alumni, and those whose dedication to Texas Wesleyan earns them the status of honorary alumni. The recipients carry on Texas Wesleyan’s tradition of excellence and make their alma mater proud with their accomplishments. Six exceptional individuals have been selected as the honorees this year. 

2026 Medal Recipients 

Alumni of the Year Award - Mary Pastusek '76
Awarded to an outstanding alumnus or alumna whose service and loyalty to the University, community involvement and personal accomplishments merit the honor.

Distinguished Alumni Award - Steve Courington '87 
Awarded to a Texas Wesleyan graduate whose achievements have distinguished him or her in a broad (national or international) sense. 

Wesleyan Service Award - Patricia Castillo '97 MBA '08 
Awarded to a Texas Wesleyan graduate whose service to the University and its alumni has contributed specifically to the success of the Alumni Association and its programs.

Young Alumni Achievement Award - Luis Pumarejo '18
Awarded to an alumnus or alumna within ten years of graduation to recognize outstanding personal or professional achievement.

Honorary Alumni Award - Tom Locke 
Awarded to a non-alumnus whose contributions to students, alumni and the life of the University merit special recognition.

Wesleyan Flame Award - Keith Critcher 
Presented to a current faculty or staff member whose commitment and dedication to the University and its students exemplifies the Wesleyan mission and traditions.

This year’s dinner will be held on Friday, Sept. 25, at the Martin University Center, with the reception at 6:00 PM and dinner at 7:00 PM. All proceeds support the Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship, so get your ticket or table today!

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