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Psychology Department Faculty  

Timothy M. Robinson

EdD Western Michigan University (1994)
MA Western Michigan University
MA Trinity Evangelical Divinity School
BA Western Michigan University

Professional Career

Dr. Robinson is an Associate Professor of Psychology and full-time faculty member of the Psychology Department since 1988. He is the Chairperson for the Department of Psychology and Sociology and  School Director for the School of Social Science. He is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of Illinois and a part-time psychotherapist. He has interests in Men's issues, Couples' therapy, and the Integration of Psychology and Christianity.

Family

Married for over 25 years to Susan
Father of four children: Mark, Grant, Tobi , & Brett 
Household pets: Four cats, Greta, Hillary,  T.C., and Frances. 

Other Involvements

Active with Lakeland Evangelical Free Church
When time permits, enjoys various sports, hiking, camping, and playing guitar

Favorite Musicians

Tchaikovsky, Phil Keaggy, Jim Brickman

Favorite Scripture Passages

Psalm 1, Isaiah, 40, John 1 & 17

Matthew A. Heller

PhD, University of Minnesota (2004)
BA, Wheaton College

Professional Career

Dr. Heller is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Trinity College. He earned his BA at Wheaton College and his PhD at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Heller specializes in Social Psychology with enduring interests in the psychology of religion and close interpersonal relationships. He enjoys teaching a variety of courses and also worked with adolescents in a psychiatric hospital before graduate school.

James Gruenewald

EdD, Northern Illinois University, (1990)
MA, Trinity International University
BS, University of Wisconsin

Professional Career

Dr. Gruenewald is an Affiliate Professor of Psychology whose professional experience includes over 20 years of psychological counseling with individuals, couples and group psychotherapy. He is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois. He has specialized skills in working with depression, grief, abuse, and spiritual issues. He has a particular interest working with males on a variety of issues. He particularly enjoys teaching in a variety of church, professional and academic settings. Prior to spending the last 15 years in private practice, he worked five years as a counselor in a Christian mental health agency, and two years as an associate youth and singles pastor.

Family

Married for over 20 years to Catherine
Father of two sons, Chris and Joshua 

Hobbies and Pastimes

Gardening/landscaping
Running/training for 5K races and Masters track competitions
Learning about Sport Psychology
Writing and reading poetry
Taking long walks with my wife
Watching my sons in athletic competition
Viewing movies and finding inspiring scenes that depict significant developmental processes

Favorite Musicians

Mozart, Aaron Copeland, John Popper on harmonica, Riverdance

Favorite Scripture Passages

Exodus 3 & 4; Psalm 131; Matthew 6:22; Romans 8; Galatians 5:1; 13-14; 2 Timothy 1:3-10; 3:10-17; Hebrews 4:11-16; 1 John 1:6-10; and 1 John 4

Retired Emeritus

Paul A. Twelker

EdD, University of California, Los Angeles, (1990)
Professor Emeritus of Psychology - Retired from Trinity in 2004

Professional Career

Teaching Research Division, Oregon State System of Higher Education (Monmouth, Oregon): Pioneering research and development work in simulation gaming, instructional systems development and basic learning

Instructional Development Division, United States International University (Corvallis, Oregon): Continued research and development work in simulation gaming, instructional systems design and innovative educational environments; teaching graduate-level courses at School of Human Behavior

Mountain Home Enterprises, Ltd. (Black Butte Ranch, Oregon): Consultant in organizational development and instructional systems design; entrepreneur in stained glass window artistry and antiques

Judson Baptist College (The Dalles, Oregon): Director of Teacher Education Program; Professor of Education

Trinity International University: Director, School of Social Sciences; Professor of Psychology

Family

Married to Kathleen since 1964.
Father of two sons, Stephen and Eric; both are married and live in the Pacific Northwest.

Hobbies

Bicycling, Snorkeling, Swimming, Hiking, Travel

Favorite Pastime

Being creative, whether it be making stained glass windows, writing, home remodeling, or thinking deep thoughts

Favorite Animals

Our beloved purebred cats, who all managed to depart this earth very prematurely: Sheena; Tiki C. Fuzzbottom; Michelle Lynn; among others

Current Activities

• Kathleen and I have moved to Kihei, Maui, Hawai’i, where we operate our boutique, The Last Resort, at Azeka Mauka Mall.
• Also, I teach psychology courses at Maui Community College, act as liturgist at Keawala'i Congregational Church, continue to research and write on adolescent sexuality, remodel our condos, swim (sometimes with turtles or dolphins or manta rays), take long walks, snorkel in pristine hidden lagoons, boogie board, and read.
• We have very much appreciated the continued contact with Trinity students, and we love to hear of your latest accomplishments and activities!

Favorite Musicians

Keali’i Reichel, George Kahumoki (slack key guitar), Mannheim Steamroller

Favorite Scriptural Passages

• Old Testament: The Book of Jonah
• New Testament: Luke 15