With our many Bobcats across Texas, the United States, and around the world, our alumni have many stories to tell. We are proud of all that our alumni have achieved and hope that their stories not only unite our Bobcat Family, but also inspire others.

Award winners on stage at 2023 DA gala

Recognizing Outstanding Bobcats

Bobcat alumni, students, and teachers are exceptional. Through a variety of awards, each year, the Alumni Association honors these individuals for their significant contributions to our community.

Alumni Highlights

Celebrate the journeys, achievements, and impact of Bobcats around the world. Discover how their experiences continue to shape communities, industries, and lives since thier time at Texas State University.

Billy Perkins in front of his poster art

From TXST Student to Rock Poster Artist: Billy Perkins’ Journey to Designing for Music Legends

Billy Perkins ’87 built a career designing concert posters for bands like Foo Fighters, AC/DC, and Fleetwood Mac after discovering his path in communication design.
Michael Ngyuen in front of Petra in Jordan

Michael Ngyuen ’24 Travelled and Met Bobcats Around the World

Michael made new friendships and felt welcomed in places where he didn’t speak the language. This was a trip that taught him lessons he'll carry long after the passport stamps fade.
Heather with her principal of the year award surrounded by colleagues

Heather Bardwell ’99 has been named the 2025-2026 Alabama Middle School Principal of the Year

Heather brings 26 years of service in education, including 22 years in administrative leadership across multiple schools and grade levels.
Patrick Cox with his lifetime achievement award

Patrick Cox ’88 Celebrated for Lifetime Achievement Award

Patrick received the 2025 Sidney Kobre Award for Lifetime Achievement from the American Journalism Historians Association, the organization's highest honor.
Tom Madden holding a Texas State football helmet

From Hardworking Student to Lifelong Champion of Texas State

With his passion for Bobcat memorabilia and his dedication to the university, 1980 graduate Tom Madden sets the pace for the Texas State fandom—and has a great time doing it.
George Strait at the Kennedy Center Honors event

George Strait in the 48th class of the Kennedy Center Honors

TXST/SWT alumnus George Strait ('79), country music legend, is being honored in the 48th class of the Kennedy Center Honors, the nation’s highest award in the performing arts.

TXST Podcast Network

Tune in to our latest podcast episodes featuring Bobcat alumni as they share their journeys, insights, and lasting connections to Texas State. Hear how their experiences continue to influence their paths and the communities they serve.

The Current Ep. 35

Staying Involved with TXST

Featuring Nathan McDaniel ’13
The Current Ep. 28

Lifelong Friends Through TXST

Featuring Scott Irvine ’94 and Rich Stiehler ’94 
The Current Ep. 24

Becoming a Planters Peanutter

Featuring Katie Krupinski ’23

The #WeMetAtTXST digital campaign was born of a story in Hillviews in 2021. The campaign celebrates couples that met at our university, and we share new stories every year around Valentine's Day.

The magazine covers stories that highlight the transformative experience of a Bobcat education, the essential importance of TXST research, and the vibrancy of the campus community.

Inspire Bobcats

Our alumni are unstoppable. Across the world, Bobcats are making a difference in their communities, and telling those stories helps to inspire future generations of Bobcat alumni.