The Texas Wesleyan University Alumni Board will recognize seven community leaders, alumni and faculty at the 59th Alumni Medal Dinner at Ridglea Country Club on Oct. 17.

The presenting sponsor for this event is Bell Helicopter. For ticket information, contact DeAwna Wood at 817-531-6548.

The 2014 Texas Wesleyan Alumni Medal recipients

Gary Frankenfield ’71, O.D. Bounds Award

Presented to an alumnus or alumna involved in athletics who exemplifies the work, character and contributions made by the late O.D. Bounds, Jr., BS’41, a beloved Texas Wesleyan faculty member. 

Dinko Kranjac ’07, Young Alumni Achievement Award

Awarded to an alumnus or alumna within ten years of graduation to recognize outstanding personal or professional achievement. 

Vickie Stevens ‘80, Wesleyan Service Award

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.

Dr. Twyla Miranda, Wesleyan Flame Award

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

James S. DuBose, HON ’12, Honorary Alumni Award

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

The Honorable Marc Veasey ’95, Distinguished Alumni Award

Awarded to a Texas Wesleyan graduate whose achievements have distinguished him or her in a broad (national or international) sense.

Jerry Wood ‘69, Alumni of the Year Award

Awarded to an outstanding alumnus or alumna whose service and loyalty to the University, community involvement and personal accomplishments merit the honor.