On behalf of the Board of Regents, I am honored to present the KUDOS Award to Ted Eichholz, Assistant Chief of Police for the University of Nebraska at Kearney.
Ted’s unwavering commitment to safety, leadership, and integrity sets a powerful standard in our industry and makes him an outstanding candidate for this distinguished honor.
Throughout his career, Ted has shown a steadfast dedication to building a culture of safety and accountability. Whether guiding teams through complex operational challenges or implementing proactive safety initiatives, he consistently prioritizes the well-being of his colleagues and community.
What makes Ted truly exceptional is his deeply, human approach while remaining systematic and thorough. He listens, he educates, and he empowers those around him.
His ability to transform high standards into everyday practice has led to measurable improvements in safety performance and team morale. His forward-thinking mindset and exceptional communication skills have bridged the gap between policy and practice. Safety protocols are clearly understood, respected, and consistently followed at every level.
Beyond his technical expertise, Ted leads by example. He is recognized for his humility, reliability, and commitment to mentoring others. Colleagues routinely seek his guidance for his knowledge and for the trust and respect he earns through his actions.
His supervisor notes, “In every sense, Ted exemplifies the values the KUDOS Award was designed to honor.”
Joining Ted today are his wife, Dayna Eichholz, his supervisor, UNK Chief of Police, Ricci Fast and John Falconer, Senior Advisor to the Chancellor. Please join me in thanking Ted for his dedication to UNK!