Louise Peltzer facts for kids

Louise Peltzer is a well-known person from French Polynesia. She has been a government minister and is also an expert in languages, known as a linguist.

About Louise Peltzer

Louise Peltzer grew up in a place called Huahine. This island is part of the Leeward Islands. She studied languages very deeply. She earned a special degree called a PhD in linguistics. This means she is an expert in how languages work.

For six years, Louise Peltzer was a very important person in the government. She was the Minister for Culture, Higher Education, and Research for French Polynesia. This job meant she helped make decisions about art, schools, and new discoveries.

In 2005, she was chosen to lead the University of French Polynesia. She was re-elected for a second time in 2009. This made her the president of the university.

In June 2007, Louise Peltzer received a special honor. She was made an Officer of the Order of Tahiti Nui. This is an award given to people who have done great things for French Polynesia.

In 2011, Louise Peltzer left her position at the university.