We cordially invite our alumni, students, colleagues, and friends to join us as we celebrate 60 years of hope and healing offered through Fuller Seminary’s School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy. We look forward to reflecting on shared memories, honoring alum Clifford L. Penner for more than 50 years of service as a Fuller Board of Trustees member, and anticipating the school’s bright future ahead.

A message from the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy Dean, Cynthia Eriksson 

For 60 years, the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy has been equipping therapists, researchers, scholars, and consultants to bring hope and healing to their communities. This legacy is one that I am immensely proud of and one that I want us to steward well into our future. Our world faces challenges that can seem insurmountable, but our hope in Christ and our call as healers centers us for our next steps. Please join us as we celebrate 60 years of teaching, research, and training, and as we celebrate the ways that Fuller alumni have impacted the world.

As we commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy (SOPMFT), we invite you to share your journey, achievements, and the positive impact you’re making in your churches and communities. Let us know how you contribute your time and mental health expertise, or tell us about an SOPMFT alumni colleague whose generosity you admire.

We invite you to Tune in LIVE on October 4 at 8PM PST to watch the full Celebration Dinner program from wherever you are.

Watch Live Here 

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Please register for all events you plan to attend, including those offered at no cost, to ensure adequate planning for space, seating, and materials. 

Want to see who’s joining the Celebration Weekend? Click here for the guest list—just keep in mind, only those who opted in will appear.

Friday, October 3, 2025:

Alumni and Friends Happy Hour

4:00 – 6:00 PM | Anaya’s Restaurant  (630 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena)

Kick off the 60th Anniversary Celebration Weekend with an informal gathering of fellow alumni, faculty, and friends! Join us for a relaxed happy hour to reconnect, reminisce, and toast to six decades of impact, growth, and community in the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy. Whether you’re coming from near or far, this is the perfect way to start the festivities!

We’ll have free appetizers for everyone! Drinks will be available for purchase at the bar.

Saturday, October 4, 2025:

Alumni Hike

8:00 – 10:00 AM | Aroyo Seco Trail (Navigate to parking on Explorer Road)

Enjoy a 1.5-mile round-trip hike along a scenic stream near JPL. Wear sturdy shoes or sandals—some riverbed crossings may get your feet wet. The trail is mostly easy but includes rocky areas that may be difficult for those with mobility issues. Bring water, sunscreen, and insect repellent.

MFT Alumni Brunch

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Copa Vida, Old Town Pasadena (70 S. Raymond Ave., Pasadena)

MFT Alumni are invited to join us for a casual brunch at Copa Vida in Old Town Pasadena. This is a no-host event—guests are responsible for purchasing their own food and drinks. Come enjoy great conversation over specialty coffee and brunch!

Clinical Psychology Alumni Brunch

11:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Found Coffee (1355 Colorado Blvd., Los Angeles)

Clinical Psych Alumni are invited to join us for a casual brunch at Found Coffee near Eagle Rock. This is a no-host event—guests are responsible for purchasing their own food and drinks. Come enjoy great conversation over specialty coffee and brunch!

Continuing Education Event: Sex Therapy Trends and Insights from 50 Years of Clinical Practice

2:00 – 4:00 PM | Travis Auditorium, Fuller Pasadena (179 N. Madison Ave, Pasadena)

This workshop explores the intersection of neuroscience, sexual response, and medical advances to enhance sexual fulfillment within marriage. Participants will examine how gendered attitudes and expectations shape sexual experiences and identify patterns that either support or hinder intimate connection. Drawing on key resources including Restoring the Pleasure and Counseling for Sexual Disorders, attendees will gain practical tools for addressing sexual concerns and promoting healing and pleasure in marital relationships. The workshop is designed for those seeking a deeper understanding of sexual functioning, gender dynamics, and therapeutic strategies within a Christian marriage framework.

This course is designed for everyone from graduate-level students to working professionals, especially mental health professionals.

Instructors: 
Clifford Penner, PhD is a clinical psychologist who holds a B.A. from Bethel College, St. Paul, Minnesota, an M.A. in theology from Fuller Theological Seminary, and a Ph.D. from Fuller’s Graduate School of Psychology. He is a certified sexual therapist.
Joyce Penner, MA is a clinical nurse specialist who holds a B.S. in nursing from the University of Washington and a master’s degree in psychosomatic nursing and nursing education from UCLA. She is a certified sexual therapist.

Cost:
Fuller Alumni (2 CE credits): $20
General Admission (2 CE credits): $30
Fuller Faculty (2 CE credits): Free

This event is open to the public and free to attend. Two Continuing Education credits are available for a fee. This course will also be available via livestream. A link to attend online will be sent to those who register in advance. Certificates will be emailed after completed evaluation is submitted.

Please see below for additional information and required disclosures. 

Campus Tour

5:00 PM | Tour will depart from the Payton Steps

Take a walk through Fuller Seminary’s campus and revisit the spaces where learning and community have flourished for generations. Highlights include a stop at the Fuller Psychological & Family Services Clinic and a chance to view student research posters that carry forward Fuller’s legacy of scholarship and care.

60th Anniversary Celebration Dinner

Reception: 6:00 PM at The School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy (180 N. Oakland Ave., Pasadena)

Dinner: 7:00 PM at the University Club of Pasadena (175 N. Oakland Ave., Pasadena)

Join us for a meaningful close to Alumni Weekend as we reflect on shared memories, celebrate the legacy of Dr. Clifford L. Penner—honoring over 50 years of faithful service on Fuller’s Board of Trustees—and look forward with hope to the bright future of the School of Psychology & Marriage and Family Therapy.

General Admission: $120 per guest
Fuller faculty, staff and students: $60 per guest
Table of 10: $1,200 per table

Registration for the Celebration Dinner is now closed.

We invite you to tune in LIVE on October 4 at 8PM PST to watch the full Celebration Dinner program from wherever you are.

Watch Live Here 

This event will be livestreamed. Find the link here.