Professor Receives Regents' Teacher Award

February 16, 2026

From left, SHSU President Alisa White, Peggy Holzweiss and TSUS Regent Charlie Amato. — From left, SHSU President Alisa White, Peggy Holzweiss and TSUS Regent, Charlie Amato.

Professor Receives Regents' Teacher Award

Peggy Holzweiss, professor of education, received the Regents’ Teacher Award, which honors faculty members for exceptional teaching, meaningful curriculum development and the use of innovative instructional methods. Holzweiss was be honored at the Board of Regents' quarterly meeting in February.

Regents’ Award recipients are selected through a rigorous review process that includes evaluation by peer faculty and external reviewers. The annual awards recognize individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to their universities, communities and the state of Texas.

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