Accolades

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Megan has been honored to receive several awards across her career that reflect a deep commitment to both organizational excellence, professional growth, and community service.

American Camp Association, Illinois: Honor Award, 2025

American Camp Association, Illinois: Visitor of the Year, 2024

Western Illinois University Veteran Resource Center: Outstanding Faculty Member Award (student nomination), 2024

McDonough County Quality of Life Community Award, 2022

Western Illinois University Provost Award for Excellence in University & Community Service, 2020

Western Illinois University College of Education and Human Services Award for Excellence in University & Community Service, 2020

Western Illinois University Disability Resource Center, Certificate of Appreciation (student nomination), 2018

University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign Department of Recreation, Sport and Tourism Graduate Student Choice Award (faculty nomination), 2016

Indiana Park & Recreation Association: Special Program Award – Faces (book), 2007

Illinois Park & Recreation Association: Outstanding Program Award – Community Kids, 2004

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