10/27/2026
Congratulations, Brother John Mays!
Last Thursday, Huston-Tillotson University proudly honored Mr. John D. Mays, Class of 1972, with the Values Leadership Award in recognition of a life defined by achievement, service, and an unwavering commitment to community.
A graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Mathematics, Mr. Mays exemplifies the enduring impact of an HT education. For more than five decades, he has carried the values of perseverance, leadership, and service into his professional career and beyond.
His commitment to HT continues through his engagement with the alumni community and his beloved Homecoming tradition of sharing barbecue meals with students, a meaningful reminder that once a Ram, always a Ram!
Mr. Mays also credits the mentorship of the late Dr. General and the career support of Dr. Lavon Marshall as instrumental to his professional journey, expressing gratitude for the leaders who invested in his future.
Congratulations to Mr. John D. Mays, whose story embodies the spirit, values, and lasting legacy of Huston-Tillotson University!
First. Foremost. Forever a Ram.