TICUA Hall of Fame Spotlight: 

King University Graduate Dr. Catherine Peeke

Master Linguist, Missionary and Educator, Researcher

Inducting Institution: King University 

Dr. Catherine Peeke exhibited courageousness, humility, and a devotion to service throughout her life, demonstrating values that faith-based King University is committed to teaching.

After graduating from King in 1947, Dr. Peeke taught Bible courses before joining the staff of Wycliffe Bible Translators. A master linguist and skilled educator, she took assignments in Mexico, Peru, and Ecuador. During the years she spent immersed in these cultures, she amassed the knowledge and understanding necessary to help translate Biblical scripture into ancient indigenous languages. 

Her dedication and boldness has inspired generations of King alumni to lives of service with similar passion.