Conrad N. Hilton Alumni Association

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Conrad N. Hilton College Of Hotel And Restaurant Management Alumni Association

Mission: To promote connectivity among alumni and students of the University of Houston Conrad N. Hilton College of Hotel and Restaurant Management which fosters continued engagement among themselves, UH, and the college.

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Yearly Goals:

  1. Engage 3% more alumni more than last year
  2. Actively engage all board members in assigned tasks/committees
  3. Actively partner with the Eric’s Club in events and socials to better engage them with the main alumni group.
  4. Complete necessary requirements to qualify for platinum Banner Awards
  5. Partner with 1 or 2 non profit organizations to benefit the local community and help in the 3rd Ward Initiative

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Board Members

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  • President: Taylor Brione Ballard ('14)
  • Immediate Past President: Patrick McCaslin ('10)
  • Vice President: Anne Dillon ('04)
  • Secretary: Brian Crumby (MHM '24)
  • Treasurer: Hector Medina (MS '06)
  • Board Member: Curtis Bell (’13)
  • Board Member: Maria McCollum ('14)
  • Board Member: Lizeth Jaramillo ('10)

Hilton College Alumni Awards

The University of Houston Conrad N. Hilton College Alumni Association seeks to recognize alumni that go above and beyond in their professional pursuits, community outreach and continued engagement with their alma mater. Since the creation of the Hilton Alumni Awards in the early-80s, over 100 alumni have been honored by their peers. This year, the awards will be presented on September 10, 2026.

Nominations are now being accepted for the 2026 Hilton College Alumni Awards. For more information on each award, and to nominate please click below.

hcaa award graphics yaThe Distinguished Young Alumni Award honors young alumni who have excelled in their careers or who exhibit leadership and hold key volunteer positions on campus or within the Alumni Association. Click here to submit your nomination.

hcaa award graphics daThe Distinguished Alumni Award honors alumni who have made significant contributions to society or whose accomplishments and careers have brought credit to the Hilton College. Click here to submit your nomination.

hcaa award graphics sThe Distinguished Service Award honors the exceptional loyalty and leadership of alumni volunteers and their efforts to further the goals and support programs of the Hilton College. Click here to submit your nomination.

sThe Distinguished Faculty/Staff Award honors faculty and staff of the Hilton College who have made significant contributions to the College, the University or the Alumni Association. Click here to submit your nomination.

The Honorary Alumni Award is the highest honor bestowed upon loyal friends of Hilton College who are not alumni. This award recognizes individuals who make meaningful contributions and show a dedication to Hilton College through their efforts or financial resources. Click here to submit your nomination.

Events

Hilton College Alumni Annual Meeting

This year’s alumni meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 10th. Stay tuned for more details!