State Rep from Cumming Receives Distinguished Alumni Honor

State Rep. Mark Hamilton, R-Cumming, recently was honored as one of four Texas A&M University-Kingsville distinguished alumni recognized at the school’s 2013 homecoming ceremony.   

“I am truly honored that I was recognized as a distinguished alumni by my alma mater,” Hamilton said in a release. “It was very special and meaningful to me to receive this distinction along with so many other outstanding former classmates.”

Each year, a number of alumni are chosen for special recognition. In addition to their professional achievements, these alumni also are recognized for their service to both their alma mater and their communities. 

This year, four alumni received the Distinguished Alumni Award. Other alumni recognized along with Hamilton include Abel Lopez of Washington D.C., Gloria Hicks of Corpus Christi and Balous Miller of San Antonio.

“We are so proud to honor Mark Hamilton as a distinguished Javelina alumnus,” Texas A&M-Kingsville President Steven Tallant said in a release. “Mark’s career in business and years of public service are wonderful examples of the great impact our alumni are making across the country.”

Hamilton represents the citizens of District 24, which includes portions of Forsyth County. He was elected into the House of Representatives in 2006 and currently serves as Chairman of the Industry and Labor Committee. He also serves on the Appropriations; Energy, Utilities, & Telecommunications; Governmental Affairs; Rules; and Transportation committees.

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