 Description: Dr. Robert L. Veninga lost a very close friend, and in dealing with this loss, uncovered the many reasons for grieving. Veninga (1941- ) is an award-winning author and the winner of the 2012 Cicero Award given to the top speech writers in America. He has spoken to over 1,000 audiences throughout the world, including presentations in Europe, South America and China. He is the author of four critically-acclaimed books and over 100 articles appearing in scientific and professional literature. Dr. Veninga's academic background includes graduate degrees (Ph.D., M.A.) in Speech-Communication from the University of Minnesota focusing on organizational and cross-cultural communications, as well as a graduate degree (B.D.) from the Sioux Falls Seminary. He is an active layperson in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of America and does extensive volunteer service to faith-based organizations.
The radio program, "Scan," was nationally-syndicated, airing in the U.S. and around the world from 1975 to 1991. This program features first-person stories of individuals who share their lived-out wisdom.
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