The University Distinguished Professor Award honors individuals whose performance in teaching, research, and service has been exemplary and recognized at the national and international levels. Faculty members who have held the rank of full professor for at least five consecutive years at Texas State will be eligible to apply for this award.
University Distinguished Professor
2025-2026 Winners
Dr. Anne Hee Hiong Ngu
Professor
Department of Computer Science
Michelle Nance
Professor
School of Theatre, Dance, and Film
Dr. Joellen Coryell
Professor
Department of Counseling, Leadership, Adult Education, and School Psychology
Dr. Robert Tally Jr.
Professor
Department of English
Dr. Togay Ozbakkaloglu
Professor
Ingram School of Engineering
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Past Winners
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2024-2025
Dr. Oleg Komogortsev, Regents' Professor, Department of Computer Science
Dr. Susan Morey, Regents' Professor, Department of Mathematics
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Regents' Professor Award
Each year, the Board of Regents of the Texas State University System honors professors whose performance and contributions to the educational community have been exemplary. Recipients of the Regents' Professor award maintain this title for the duration of their service within the System. Winners are formally recognized at the November Board of Regents meeting, where they receive a $10,000 award, commemorative medallion, and Board of Regents resolution.
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Past Winners
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2024-2025
Dr. Oleg Komogortsev, Regents' Professor, Department of Computer Science
Dr. Susan Morey, Regents' Professor, Department of Mathematics
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Presidential Awards
There are many awards that Texas State faculty can apply to. Please visit the Office of the President and review AA/PPS 02.04.20 for more details on which awards you may qualify for!
Regents' Teacher Award
The Board of Regents of the Texas State University System annually recognizes exceptional teachers from TSUS member institutions with the Regents' Teacher Award. Regents' Teachers are selected based on their outstanding performance as educators, contributions to the development of courses, and use of innovative teaching methods, among other criteria. In addition to a commemorative medallion and board resolution, winners receive a $5,000 cash award and maintain the title of Regents' Teacher for the duration of their service within TSUS.