- 2014 Institute of Education, HSE University Russia, The Pioneers Award for Innovation
- 2011. Inspiring Minds, Innovation in Education Award
- 2009. University of Northern Colorado Excellence in Academic Leadership Award
- 2006. BGSU Undergraduate Student Government’s Faculty Excellence Award
- 2001, 2004. Authors and Artist Honoree, The Friends of Libraries and Learning Resources
- 1997. National Academy of Education/Spencer Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship
- 1993-1995. NAFSA/Association of International Educators Scholarship
- 1991-1992. Institute for International Peace Studies International Scholarship
- 1991. “Znanie” National Society National Award for the Best Popular Book of the Year for the Beginner's Guide for Aspiring Robespierres
- 1987. The Institute For Educational Research, Moscow, Young Scholar of the Year Award