Bill is a husband, a father, and an educator. His students have said that he is a “real” person who cares, listens, and understands; they have also said that he makes them laugh.
Bill’s educational career has spanned three decades and has included teaching a variety of courses, including English and writing, intercultural studies, religion, communication, and ethics. Bill has also done educational and research work in numerous cultures, primarily in the Middle East and Africa.
In addition to teaching, Bill began his own organization called People Builders in 2004, the goal of which is to assist others to better understand themselves and those with whom they live and work. Bill also helps others through workshops and personal “life tutoring” sessions.
Bill’s wife Deborah (a Warner Pacific Alumnae, 1999) is a third-grade teacher in the Centennial School District in Portland. The Dobrenens have two children, David (27) and Holly (25).