Zug graduated from Eastern Lebanon County High School in 1976, and he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania in 1980.

This medal is awarded by the governor to civilians in recognition of meritorious service rendered to the Commonwealth while holding a position of great responsibility.

Zug was recognized by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation with their CBF Service Award for his work on environmental education programs.

Zug has been inducted into the Eastern Lebanon County High School Hall of Fame and has received the District Award of Merit from the Boy Scouts of America.

Zug also was inducted into the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels by PA Adjutant General Lynch and is a Silver Beaver Award Recipient from the Boy Scouts of America.