Gary Forbach

Gary B. Forbach (born 1947), is an American Psychology and Leadership Studies professor at Washburn University. He is currently serving as the Director of WU's Institute for the Study and Practice of Leadership. [ [http://www.washburn.edu/reference/leadership/staff.html Leadership Staff - Washburn Institute for the Study and Practice of Leadership ] ]

Education

Gary Forbach received his undergraduate degree from the University of Denver in 1969 with a Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology. Forbach then enrolled at Oklahoma State University where he pursued his Master's in Experimental Psychology from 1969-1972. In 1973 Forbach was awarded a Ph.D. in Experimental Psychology, also from OSU.

Professional Work

Forbach has served as a professor at the University of Washburn in Topeka, Kansas since August, 1973. From August 1973-June 2000 he served various capacities within the Department of Psychology. Forbach gradually reduced his workload in the department and taught his most recent course in 2002. From January 2000-present (April, 2008), Forbach has served as the founding director of Washburn's Institute for the Study and Practice of Leadership. This position has required several duties which include administrative duties, overseeing Rotary District 5710's annual RYLA camp, teaching/co-teaching leadership courses, and supervising senior internships.

Community Volunteer Leadership Positions

Gary Forbach has held numerous philanthropic positions in the Topeka community. Some of his recent roles have included:Coordinator, Board Leadership Development Workshop, Topeka Area United Way (2003–present) Chairman, District RYLA Committee, Rotary International, District 5710 (2001–present) Member, Board of Directors, Kansas Capital Area Chapter American Red Cross, (2001–2007) Chair, Board of Directors, Kansas Capital Area Chapter American Red Cross, (2005–2006) Member, Brown v. Topeka Board of Education 50th Anniversary Coalition (2000–2004)

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