Awards and Distinctions
2018 Citation of Excellence - National Band Association (NBA)- Wisconsin Chapter
2016 Phi Beta Mu induction - Minnesota Chapter
2014 National Board Certification - National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
2012 ASBDA Distinguished Young Band Director Award - Minnesota Chapter
2012 American School Band Directors Association (ASBDA) induction
2010 Pi Kappa Lambda Induction - Penn State University
2009 Graduate Assistantship - Penn State University
2007 Conductor Fellowship - Wind Band Institute, Dr. Scott Jones, Director
2003 Student Fellowship - The Art of Wind Band Teaching, Craig Kirchhoff, Director
2003 Student Conductor - Selected to conduct St. Thomas Symphonic Band in concert
2003 Festival Orchestra Soloist (Xylophone) - Selected to perform with members of the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra
2003 UST Band Director’s Award - Presented annually to an individual in the band program who strives for musical excellence and a cohesive community.
2003 Tommy Award Nominee - Presented to a St. Thomas senior selected by faculty, students, and staff as the person best representing St. Thomas Aquinas' ideals through scholarship, leadership and campus involvement.
2001 Student Fellowship - The Art of Wind Band Teaching, Craig Kirchhoff, Director