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- Original member of the Women in Social Studies Education group representing female social science educators in Minnesota.
- Muffet was featured in the 2016 edition of Exemplars a publication from the Grants and Research Office that highlights faculty and graduate-level research at the University of St. Thomas.
- Outstanding Teacher Award, Glenwood City School District. Recognized by staff and administration for her efforts in designing and implementing field-based learning activities.