Dean's & President's List Recognition Event FAQs

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  • These events are casual, come-and-go celebrations where students have the opportunity to meet and be recognized by their college dean and university president, depending on their award. 

    There is no formal program or set structure—just a welcoming environment to honor academic achievement. Each semester, we work with campus partners to create a unique experience. 

  • Students are encouraged to wear casual or business casual attire that reflects the celebratory nature of the event. 

    Some colleges have college specific t-shirt's to celebrate the achievement, and those look great in photos! 

  • Yes! Students can take photos with their dean, fellow honorees, Boko, and President Damphousse if they've earned the President's List. Multiple photo stations will be set up throughout the venue for memorable snapshots.

  • Yes. We recognize our students through Merit Pages, an online platform that highlights student achievements and shares personalized recognition with families and communities.

  • Concessions are often available through the partner events the Dean's and President's List Recognitions are occurring with, but food and drinks are not provided as part of the recognition events themselves. 

  • There are no longer university wide t-shirts for Dean's or President's list achievements, but some colleges still provide their own, unique t-shirts. For information about those, contact your college dean's office. 

  • Students will be honored with: 

    • an official notation on their transcript, 
    • a college specific Dean’s Certificate distributed by their college, 
    • acknowledgment through Merit Pages*,
    • being listed on the appropriate section of the Dean's and President's List page*,
    • and, if applicable, a 4.0 President’s Pin.

    *note: we don't publish any information for students who have a confidentiality indicator on their record, and can remove names from all platforms if requested by the student to do so.

  • Enjoy Game Day Recognition at the TXST Men's Basketball game. Tip off at 2 pm! 

  • Your Merit Page is a personalized online profile created by your university to highlight your achievements, involvement, and milestones throughout your academic journey. Think of it as your own digital resume that updates automatically when your school recognizes you. Once you sign up, your page will continue to update as new achievements are added. If you didn’t get the email or can’t find it, check your spam folder or contact us for assistance. 

  • You can park in any of the following lots near the Jowers Center (106 Charles Austin Drive):

    • Lot P8 – Commonly designated for event parking
    • Lot P9 – Offers easy access to the stadium side of campus

    We recommend arriving early and making plans to walk from your parking spot to the event. Comfortable shoes and a little extra time will go a long way!