Randel Dymond has been recognized for his work in creating the Land Development Design Initiative (LDDI) in 2006. This curriculum was created for civil engineers, as many will work in the land development industry after graduation. LDDI aims to improve land design education at Virginia Tech. 

The Alumni Award for Outreach Excellence is awarded annually to a Virginia Tech faculty member who has gone above and beyond. Randal Dymond was nominated by his peers and received a $2,000 cash prize.