Jodi Peterson

Jodi Peterson is a Lecturer III in the Department of History at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) within the College of Liberal and Fine Arts. She has redefined exceptional teaching through adaptive and inclusive methods, focusing on U.S. history core courses such as U.S. History Pre-Columbus to the Civil War Era and U.S. History Civil War to the Present. In 2015, she pioneered online and hybrid teaching modalities at UTSA, emphasizing student engagement via Blackboard discussions, peer-reviewed assignments, and GroupMe chats.

Her dedication to student success led to her selection as a University Distinguished Teaching Professor and recipient of the 2020 Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award, recognizing her innovative classroom practices and commitment to accessibility. She has taught over 700 students annually, incorporating open educational resources to reduce costs and promote critical thinking through diverse instructional strategies.

• 2020 Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award
• University Distinguished Teaching Professor
• Member, UTSA Academy of Distinguished Teaching Scholars

Peterson holds a B.S. in History from Utah State University, an M.A. in Teaching from the University of the Incarnate Word, and an M.A. in History from UTSA. Her teaching philosophy prioritizes creating secure, just, and inviting environments while equipping students with lifelong learning skills.