Event Recap: 2023 UT Dallas Awards Gala

Jeff Joiner

The Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center (DGAC) again hosted the annual UT Dallas Awards Gala. With a VIP list of gala honorees and invited guests, the staff of the DGAC worked diligently to ensure an elegant atmosphere for UTD’s highest recognition of alumni and supporters.

Events like the Awards Gala have made the DGAC’s event space a top choice on campus for functions from corporate gatherings to academic seminars to intimate affairs such as weddings. Whether formal or casual, large or small, the DGAC team is prepared to meet the needs of any group, whether those from on campus or beyond.

Group photo of award recipients.
Held annually at the Davidson-Gundy Alumni Center, the gala recognizes outstanding alumni and community leaders.
Naveen Jindal speaking at a podium.
Naveen Jindal MBA’92 spoke to the crowd after being presented with the Lifetime Achievement Award.
James Huffines speaking with James Milliken and wife, Nana Smith.
A pre-event reception in Texas Instruments Inspiration Hall gave guests an opportunity to meet award recipients. Gifford K. Johnson Community Leadership Award recipient James Huffines (right) greets University of Texas System Chancellor James B. Milliken and his wife, Nana Smith.
Elegant table setup for the 2023 UT Dallas Awards Gala
The UT Dallas Awards Gala is one of the University’s premier annual events and is held in the formal splendor of the 5,785-square-foot Ann and Jack Graves Ballroom.
Indian music star Vidya Vox performing on stage.
Special musical entertainment was provided this year by Indian music star Vidya Vox.
View of the Ann and Jack Graves Ballroom during the 2023 UT Dallas Awards Gala.
The Ann and Jack Graves Ballroom can accommodate 400 to 700 guests whether arranged for a formal dinner or set for classroom or seminar seating. The ballroom can also be divided into multiple spaces to accommodate smaller groups.
UT Dallas student Nate Mills performing on the cello.
Dinner entertainment was provided by UT Dallas student Nate Mills who performed classical works for cello.
Group of people conversing during dinner.
Awards Gala guests enjoyed dinner and conversation during the banquet portion of the evening.
Gordon Cheng playing the piano.
2023 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient Gorden Cheng BS’03 entertained gala attendees during a dessert reception in Texas Instruments Inspiration Hall. Cheng, a data architecture executive, is also a world renowned amateur classical pianist.
Variety of sweets that were available during the dessert reception.
DGAC staff and catering providers dazzled guests with a variety of sweets during a dessert reception following the program.
Gourmet coffee drinks being served at an espresso cart.
A dessert reception included gourmet coffee drinks served in Texas Instruments Inspiration Hall.

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