- 2019 NASPA Distinguished Pillar of the Profession Award
- 2017 Bobby E. Leach Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Award, NASPA Foundation
- 2013 Honorary Degree, Eastern Illinois University
- 2012 Outstanding Alumna Award, Eastern Illinois University
- 2012 Honorary Degree, Berkeley College
- 2012 Honorary Degree, Mitchell College
- 2011 Facilitator Award, Stetson University College of Law
- 2011 Honorary Degree, Gettysburg College
- 2010 Trustee Emeritus, Gettysburg College
- 2010 Diamond Honoree, American College Personnel Association
- 2010 Lumina Foundation for Education Grant
- 2006 Amigo Award, NASPA Latino/a Knowledge Community
- 2004 Selected to participate in Joint Civilian Orientation Conference – European Command (JCOC 67)
- 2004 LGBT Outstanding Ally Award, NASPA
- 2002 Pillar of the Profession, NASPA Foundation
- 1997 John B. Muir Award-Contribution to Literature, Association for College Admissions Counseling
- 1995 Distinguished Alumnus of the Year, Eastern Illinois University
- 1995 Ethnic Woman of Achievement, National Association for Women in Education
- 1992 Maggie Award for Leadership, Morris Area Girl Scout Council
- 1990 Hilda A. Davis Award for Educational Leadership, National Association for Women in Education
- 1987 President’s Outstanding Service Award, Montgomery College
- 1984 Maryland Association of Higher Education Award for Administration