Louise Peltzer facts for kids

Louise Peltzer is an important person from French Polynesia, a group of beautiful islands in the Pacific Ocean. She is known for her work in politics and for studying languages.

About Louise Peltzer

Louise Peltzer grew up on an island called Huahine, which is part of French Polynesia. She studied a lot and earned a special degree called a PhD in linguistics. Linguistics is the study of language and how it works.

For six years, Louise Peltzer was a government minister in French Polynesia. She was in charge of things like culture, higher education (which means universities and colleges), and research. This means she helped make decisions about schools, arts, and new discoveries for the people of French Polynesia.

In 2005, Louise Peltzer was chosen to be the president of the University of French Polynesia. She was chosen again in 2009, serving a second term. The president of a university helps lead the school and makes sure students get a good education.

In June 2007, she received a special award called the Officer of the Order of Tahiti Nui. This award is given to people who have done great things for French Polynesia. She left her position at the university in June 2011.

Her Publications

Louise Peltzer has also written books. One of her books is about the old stories and legends from Tahiti.

• Peltzer, L., & Conseil international de la langue française. (1985). Légendes tahitiennes. Paris: Conseil international de la langue française.