The Deeds of Valor award recognizes Bobcats who go above and beyond in the service of others. Awardees will be celebrated for the exceptional ways they carry out the university’s noble mission to serve, inspire, and educate. The award highlights those who work diligently behind the scenes to advance student success, academic rigor, and research excellence at TXST.
Deeds of Valor
President Kelly Damphousse launched a new award, inspired by and named after a line in the TXST alma mater: “Thy spirit urges us to deeds of valor, raising the fallen, cheering the oppressed.”
Going Above & Beyond
Award Criteria
Members of the President's Cabinet may nominate a faculty or staff member, or others, for the award at any time. Small teams of up to five employees at a time can also be nominated. For example, a group of employees in a department or office can be nominated as a team.
Award Timeline
The nomination period is ongoing. Winners will be celebrated throughout the year as they are nominated for the recognition.
Honorees will receive a Deeds of Valor medal and certificate. Award recipients will be recognized in the annual award ceremonies held by the President’s Office. That includes an event in the fall for faculty members and another event in the spring for staff. For questions about the award, contact Dr. Lisa Lloyd.
“Our faculty and staff members at Texas State are outstanding. There are many who consistently give 110% and go the extra mile to help others succeed – whether they’re serving students, fellow colleagues, or community partners. I created the Deeds of Valor program because those contributions deserve to be celebrated. Through these awards, I hope to uncover stories of heroic efforts underway in all corners of our institution, across our campuses, classrooms, and research labs."
-Dr. Kelly Damphousse