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Hornet Heritage Award

Hornet Heritage Award

The Hornet Heritage Family award, sponsored by the ESU Alumni Association, annually recognizes a multi-generational family of Hornet alumni and former students. A new family is recognized annually at Family Day.

Nomination Form

Nominate a family online or call the Alumni Relations office at (620) 341-5440.

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Hornet Heritage Award 2024

The Emporia State University Alumni Association is proud to recognize legacy families with the Hornet Heritage Award, which honors a multi-generational family of ESU alumni and former students – families who have made Emporia State University a family tradition. This year’s Hornet Heritage family is the Patton Family, which was honored in October 2024.

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Patton Family Tree

View the Patton Family Tree