- Eastman Chemical Award for Excellence, Clemson University (2016).
- Faculty Development Award, Clemson University (2004).
- Co-author best paper finalist of Robert J. Melosh Medal Competition (2004).
- Best Paper Award, IMECE2003, Noise Control & Acoustics Division, The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (2003).
- Presidential Early Career Award for Scientists and Engineers (PECASE), (1997).
- Career Award, National Science Foundation (1997).
- Award for Faculty Excellence, Clemson University Board of Trustees, (1997,1998).
- Best Presentation, Ansys Users Group Conference, Mid-Atlantic Region (1997).
- Achievement Rewards for College Scientists (ARCS), Stanford University (1991,1993)
- EXCEL Award, Pacesetter Award, General Dynamics (1987)
- Caledonian Honor Society, Summa Cum Laude, University of California, San Diego (1985)