One Giant Leap: A Night to Remember
The UT San Antonio Alumni Gala: One Giant Leap brought Roadrunner alumni, friends and supporters together for an unforgettable evening of celebration, recognition and giving.
Guests gathered to celebrate four outstanding honorees whose accomplishments and dedication continue to make an impact on the Roadrunner community. The evening also served as an opportunity to invest in the next generation of Roadrunners through student scholarships and support for Alumni Programs.
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our guests, nearly $30,000 was raised for student scholarships, with additional funds supporting Alumni Programs. Every contribution helps create opportunities for UT San Antonio students and strengthens the Roadrunner community for generations to come.
Thank you to everyone who helped make Gala a night to remember. We’re grateful for your continued support of UT San Antonio and proud to celebrate all that we can accomplish together. Until next year, Roadrunners!
2026 Gala Honorees
The UT San Antonio Alumni Association is proud to recognize four exceptional Roadrunners whose leadership and accomplishments continue to make an impact in their industries and communities:
Sabah Bayatli ’15
President | OCI Energy
A talented mechanical engineer specializing in thermodynamics, with early career experience in Türkiye’s energy sector as a Chief Commercial Officer. After moving to San Antonio in 2013 for further studies at UT San Antonio, he transitioned into renewable energy through OCI Energy, where he first interned, and eventually became the company’s youngest president at 38.
Richard A. Becker, MD, FACP, ’71
Retired Physician; Founder & Owner | Becker Vineyards
Respected physician and internal medicine leader with a career spanning decades of clinical excellence, teaching, and service. He is also the founder of Becker Vineyards in the Texas Hill Country, building a nationally recognized winery (the second largest producing in Texas) alongside his medical achievements.
Michael Setser ’97
Vice President of Corporate Sales & Retentions | Spurs Sports & Entertainment
A seasoned executive with the San Antonio Spurs organization, recognized for his leadership and community engagement within professional sports. Beyond his role with the Spurs, he is a dedicated supporter of higher education, serving generously on the UT San Antonio Carlos Alvarez College of Business Advisory Board, the UT San Antonio Alumni Association, and the UTSA Roadrunner Foundation.
Jessica Treviño Jones, MD, ’13
Oncologist | Mays Cancer Center
A former Long School of Medicine scholarship recipient, is a physician committed to advancing cancer care through both clinical practice and research. Her work focuses on improving treatment outcomes and expanding access to innovative therapies, reflecting a dedication to both patient care and meaningful scientific progress.
Sponsors
Our Gala wouldn't be possible without the generous support of our sponsors.
