In 2000, the University of Alabama bestowed on her a doctorate of humane letters.

In 1932, the University of Puerto Rico bestowed upon Roque an honorary doctorate degree.

The University of Ibadan bestowed upon her the honorary doctorate of laws in 1968.

To commemorate his generosity, the University of Iowa bestowed his name upon the building.

Thirty one years later in 1995, the University bestowed the honorary degree of Doctor of Laws on him.

In 1781, the University bestowed on him the degree of Doctor of Divinity.

At this time the University of Cambridge bestowed the degree Doctor of Music upon him.

It is considered among the highest academic commendations the University can bestow upon a student.

In 2002, the University of Houston bestowed Valenti an honorary doctorate.

Upon George's retirement in 1977, Queen's University bestowed upon him the title of professor emeritus.