The credo of Missouri Military Academy is the guiding principle for the selection of inductees into the Alumni Hall of Fame. A strong commitment to duty, honor, and achievement must be exemplified by each selectee for induction. The Hall of Fame is divided into five categories: business, entrepreneurship and leadership; arts and sciences; athletics; community and government service; and distinguished military service. For specific criteria for each category, see descriptions below.
Alumni Hall of Fame: Business, Entrepreneurship & Leadership
Recognition for an alumnus who is viewed by peers in his field as a subject matter expert with a proven track record in his chosen career of business, entrepreneurship or leadership is recognized for his significant accomplishments, is a visionary, and is also recognized as a coach, mentor and developer for those who follow in his footsteps.
Alumni Hall of Fame: Arts & Sciences
Recognition for an alumnus who is viewed by his peers in his field as a subject matter expert with a proven track record in his chosen career of arts or sciences, is recognized for his significant accomplishments, is a visionary, and is also recognized as a coach, mentor and developer for those who follow in his footsteps.
Alumni Hall of Fame: Community & Government Service
Recognition for an alumnus with a proven track record in his chosen career of Community or Government Service such as nonprofit, community volunteer work, civilian government and service work, and who is recognized for his significant accomplishments, is a visionary, and is also recognized as a coach, mentor and developer for those who follow in his footsteps.
Alumni Hall of Fame: Distinguished Military Service
Recognition for an alumnus who has achieved the rank of Flag / General Officer or awarded a Purple Heart Medal, a Bronze Star Medal or higher by one of the U.S. Armed Services (or alumnus's home nation's equivalent) and who has received an honorable discharge.
Alumni Hall of Fame: Athletics
Recognition for an alumnus for his excellence in post high school athletics, athletic performance, competition and sportsmanship and who is viewed by peers in his field as having a proven track record in his chosen career of Athletics, is recognized for his significant accomplishments, is a visionary, and is also recognized as a coach, mentor, developer for those who follow in his footsteps. Click here for the Athletic Hall of Fame.
Gilberto Crombe ’89 for Business, Entrepreneurship and Leadership
Venustiano Reyes ’88 for Arts and Sciences
Terry Logue ’72 for Athletics
Ron Baran ’60 for Community and Government Service
Paul Petit ’85 for Community and Government Service
Ralph “Butch” Saner ’71 for Distinguished Military Service
Please note: The deadline for all nomination submissions is January 1 of each year. To nominate an alumnus for the MMA Hall of Fame, click here.
The whole core of what MMA stands for is still there, even after the ups and downs of 135 years. I believe in what they are doing.
Chris Gentry ’88
Thanks to a scholarship anonymously supported by an alumnus, cadets ages 15-18 interested in the STEM field will have the opportunity to attend the Jackling Introduction to Engineering camp at Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T) for free.
As 2024 draws to a close, we invite you to reflect on the achievements and milestones of the past year at Missouri Military Academy. This year, MMA proudly celebrated its 135th anniversary — a testament to its enduring legacy of excellence in education and leadership. From earning an A+ grade in Niche.com’s 2025 Best School rankings for the fifth consecutive year to remarkable moments of cadet success, MMA continues to shape future leaders. Join us as we highlight the top 10 stories that defined this year.
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