Beth Robinson
College of Arts and Sciences
Phone: 260.344.5012
Cell Phone: 260.615.4621
Email: barobinson@indianatech.edu
Office: Keene 242
Bio
Professor Robinson has years of experience working with a wide variety of clientele. She worked at a nonprofit in Washington, D.C., helping in a free medical clinic that served the homeless. She was a child abuse investigator for the state of Missouri. She has supervised a group home for individuals with intellectual and psychological disabilities. And she has worked in a day treatment center for adults with developmental disabilities. Professor Robinson is a member of the American Therapeutic Recreation Association and the Recreation Therapists of Indiana, and was a former member of its board. She has had her Certification in Recreation Therapy (CTRS) for 20 years.
- M.A., Physical Education and Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, University of Nebraska at Omaha
- B.S., Government, Northwest Missouri State University
My Office Hours
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays: 1:45 – 3:00 pm
Wednesdays: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
I will also meet by appointment, virtually or in person. Contact me to inquire about my availability.
Classes I Teach
Fall 2025
RT 1200 Foundations of Recreation Therapy
RT 2100 Disabling Conditions and RT’s Impact
RT 2600 Recreation Therapy Practicum
RT 3000 Client Assessment and Evaluation
RT 4200 Advancement of the RT Profession
RT 4950 Recreation Therapy Internship
REC 2500 Community and Outdoor Recreation
SS 2800 Introduction to Sociology
My Academic Advising Roles
Bachelors of Science in Recreation Therapy
Educational Background
- M.A., Recreation Therapy, University of Nebraska at Omaha
- B.S., Government, Northwest Missouri State University
Professional Experience
- Recreation Therapist for a day treatment center for adults with mental illness in Brainerd, Minnesota.
- Intern at a day camp for children with genetic disorders in Omaha, Nebraska.
- Supervisor for a group home for adults with developmental disabilities in Omaha, Nebraska.
- Weekday Associate for a group home for adults with developmental disabilities in Omaha, Nebraska.
- Psych Tech at a mental health hospital in Omaha, Nebraska.
- Child Abuse Investigator in Kansas City, Missouri.
Publications/Presentations
- Presented numerous times at Midwest Symposiums on Recreation Therapy and Adapted Physical Activity.
- Presented several times at Recreation Therapists of Indiana (RTI) conferences.
Additional Information
I am married to my very funny husband and we have 5 wonderful children. We also have 2 dogs, 4 cats, and a hamster. As you might imagine, it’s wonderful to get away from all of this craziness and come to work!
I love animals, the outdoors, traveling, reading, music and art! Visiting all of the National Parks is a goal of mine.
I am a CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) and I am a member of ATRA. I have included some links below of professional organizations you might want to check out regarding the field of Recreation Therapy.