Medals

The Provost’s Medal: Given at commencement to the senior(s) with the highest overall grade point average for four years.

The Bluebonnet Medal: Awarded annually to the editor of the University annual, The Bluebonnet, in recognition of the time and effort expended in editing the publication.

Outstanding Christian Young Man Medal: Presented to the outstanding Christian young man of the University whose influence has been most helpful to the entire student body and the University as a whole.

The Jewel Vickers Payne Memorial Medal: Presented annually to the art student who exhibits superior drawing skills.

Stella P. Ross Memorial Medals: Established by Dr. A. A. Ross as a memorial to Stella P. Ross:

First: To the most outstanding Christian woman whose influence has been most helpful to the entire student body and to the University as a whole. She is chosen by a representative committee of the faculty, appointed by the President of the University.

Second: To the student who makes the most progress in English during the school year. The recipient shall be selected by members of the English faculty of the University.

Third: To the student, the daughter of a minister or a missionary, whose life and influence most measure up to the standards and ideals of the University. This woman is to be selected by the Director of Religious Activities, the Dean of Students, the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs, and the President of the University.

The F. B. Russell Journalism Medal: Presented annually to the editor of the University newspaper, The Bells.