First Black President of Cedar Valley College (CVC), provided leadership for the college’s recognition as a military friendly campus, national model for sustainability, and “Student Success Center” for major increases in enrollment and graduation rates. At CVC, Wimbish built three Early College High Schools, a science facility that won architectural and sustainability design awards, and innovative on-line programs. Wimbish received the Phi Theta Kappa’s Michael Bennett Lifetime Achievement award as the College Chapter won the Most Distinguished in the world. Dr. Wimbish, known for her contributions in education, received the Minority Access, Role Model, and the Best Southwest Educator’s awards. Wimbish’s book, Leadership Wisdom for All Generations, is used in college leadership programs.