April 22, 2026
East Texas Baptist University celebrated the academic achievements of its students during the annual Honors Chapel awards ceremony held on Wednesday, April 22. The event recognized students for their dedication to scholarship, servant leadership, Christian character, and campus involvement. Students were honored for their induction into prestigious academic honor societies and received departmental Academic Excellence Awards selected by faculty members.
2026 Academic Excellence Award Recipients:
Perseverance Award | Sha’Destini King
Academic Excellence Award | Behavioral Sciences – Kyleigh Horne
Academic Excellence Award | Biology – Annabelle Sutton
Academic Excellence Award | Business – Tyler Bogusz
Academic Excellence Award | Chemistry – Lilly Waddell
Academic Excellence Award | Christian Ministry – Emma Jamerson
Academic Excellence Award | Communication – Jessica Key-Pritchard
Academic Excellence Award | History & Political Science – Carol Williams
Academic Excellence Award | Kinesiology – Jared Bradley
Academic Excellence Award | Languages & Literature – Peyton Bryant
Academic Excellence Award | Mathematics – Renatta Ramirez
Academic Excellence Award | Music & Theatre Arts – Audrey Salley
Academic Excellence Award | Speech Language Pathology - Avery Holland
Academic Excellence Award | Nursing – Selah Tenbrink
Academic Excellence Award | Teacher Education – Diana Canenquez
Priscilla and Aquila Thrive Award | Madison Queen
Priscilla and Aquila Thrive Award | Brendan Roquemore
In addition to academic department awards, the University recognized outstanding student-athletes for their performance in the classroom.
ETBU Athletics Most Improved Team GPA Award – Acrobatics & Tumbling
ETBU Athletics Highest Team GPA Award – Beach Volleyball
2026 ASC Scholar-Athlete Medal of Honor
Graycee Mosley (Volleyball)
Tyler Bogusz (Baseball)
“At East Texas Baptist University faith and learning are intentionally woven together to prepare students for lives of purpose and service,” ETBU President J. Blair Blackburn said. “Rooted in biblical truth and academic excellence, ETBU challenges each generation to pursue their calling with integrity, perseverance, and a heart for others. Through this commitment, the University continues to equip servant leaders who impact their communities, their professions, and the world for the glory of God and the advancement of His Kingdom.”