ACADEMICSPrior to his coming to the UWG in 1991, Dr. Peterson has served 8 years as principal at Tri-City Academy in North Carolina, and 12 years as a teacher at Rubidoux High School, California, J. N. Andrews School and Takoma Academy in Takoma Park, Maryland.
Teaching, he has found, is his best fit in this world. His vocation comes from listening to and accepting the rich stories of his life. He serves the College of Education programs in the filed of Educational Foundations.
Degrees
Ed.D. in Foundations and Cultural Studies, University of North Carolina, Greensboro
M.A. in Curriculum and Instruction, Loma Linda University, California
B.A. in Art, Loma Linda University, California
Professional Interests
Philosophical and Sociological Foundations of Education, Leadership and Teacher Formation, Spiritual Formation, History of Education, Ethics, Cultural Studies
UWG
Center for Teacher Renewal
Personal Interests
As one who grew up traveling, Dr. Peterson is a commercial pilot and flight instructor who likes to fly high and fast. He is an avid badminton player, enjoys a very active life. Other interests include: my three sons, tennis, skiing, playing the clarinet, and running.
