He earned a B.A. from Iowa State University, an M.S. from Eastern Washington University, and a Ph.D. from Washington State University. In addition to teaching Fundamental Human Communication courses, he teaches courses in organizational communication and pedagogy. Tim’s research and scholarship interests include the theory and practice of teaching and how they influence student learning, the assessment of cognitive, behavioral, and affective measures on communication competence, and the ways in which civic engagement is central to effective communication. He lives in Harrisonburg with his wife, Joan (who is a second grade teacher at Spotswood Elementary School), and their two cats, Tenacity and Annie. Tim enjoys cooking, reading, and listening to indie rock and classical music.