Established in 2000, those faculty members appointed as University Distinguished Teaching Scholars have records of performance ranking them among the most outstanding teachers and educators in their disciplines, as reflected by their accomplishments as both scholars and teachers, lending talents and expertise to teaching-related projects and scholarship at Colorado State. University Distinguished Teaching Scholars may have received national and international acclaim in recognition of outstanding achievement.

University Distinguished Teaching Scholars hold the title for the duration of their association with Colorado State University.