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Educational History
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Degree Earned
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School
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| Ph.D. Psychology |
Northcentral University (AZ) (Industrial/Organizational Psychology) |
| Master of Science |
Kansas State University (KS)
(Psychology, Emphasis: Industrial/Organizational Psychology) |
| Bachelor of Science
in Ministry |
Central Christian College of Kansas (KS) |
| Associate of Arts
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Central College (KS)
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| High School |
Evergreen High School (CO) |
Course Responsibilities
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- Sophomore and Senior Seminar in Psychology
- Personality Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Organizational Behavior and Leadership
- Leadership Development
- Physiological Psychology
- Research Methods
- Counseling
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- Human Growth and Development
- Covenant Literature
- Child and Adolescent Development
- Contemporary Culture and Worldviews
- Industrial Psychology
- Psychology of Religion
- Sports Psychology
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Original Works
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- In My Hand - A Sensory Celebration of Easter
(Cantata) ©
1999
- Church for Dummies (Sketch) © 1999
- Help Me To Be Like You (Song) © 1999
- The Survey (Drama) © 1998
- Merry Christmas! (Drama) © 1998
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- Training for the Majors (Sketch) © 1996
- Clever Disguise (Sketch) © 1996
- Pre-Approved (Sketch) © 1996
- Contagion (Sketch) © 1996
- Work Zone (Sketch) © 1996
- If I Had
Only Known (Drama) © 1996
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Employment History
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Dates
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Responsibilities
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Location
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2000 - Present
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Professor/Coach/Associate Dean of Admissions
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Central Christian College - McPherson, KS
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1996 - 2000
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Minister of Creative Arts/Pastor to
Students
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Light and Life Chapel - Williamsport, PA
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1992 - 2001
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National Administrator for Free Methodist
Youth Ministries of North America
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USA
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1993 - 1996
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Director of Christian Education/Youth
Pastor/Music Teacher
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Meadowood Free Methodist Church/School,-
Aurora CO
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1991 - 1993
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Minister of Youth
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Cape Coral Community Church - Cape Coral,
FL
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1991 - 1993
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Substitute Teacher: High School
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Cape Coral Community Church - Cape Coral,
FL |
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Professional Associations/Awards
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Hobbies and Activities
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- 2004-2005 Who's Who Among America's Teachers
- Central Christian College - Young Alumnus Award
- American Psychological Association
- Society for the Teaching of Psychology
- Association of Youth Ministry Educators
- SonLife: Foundations Trainer
- Free Methodist Church of North America - Chaplain
(Elder)
- National Soccer Coaches Association of America
(National Diploma)
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- Gardening
- Thai and Indian Food (actually anything hot)
- Leadership and Postmodernism
- Playing Sports (Especially racquetball and soccer)
- Theater
- Arthurian Legend
- Quilting
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I spent the
first seven years of my life growing
up in the town of Farmingville, New York (Long Island). From that
point
on I spent most of my pre-college years jumping back and forth between
Colorado
and Florida. I graduated from Evergreen High School in
Colorado. It
was during that time that I began my relationship with Christ
Jesus.
Prior to High
School I was raised as a Jehovah's
Witness, which many people seem surprised to hear - especially as a
Religion and Psychology professor at a Christian college. During
High
School I
spent many afternoons rock-climbing with some friends who knew Christ
and patiently answered many
of my
questions. Eventually, I gave my heart and life to Christ and
received my
call to "Occupational Ministry" (I say that because I believe we are
all called to ministry). Originally, I had planned to continue my
education in Theatre/Entertainment. The Lord had other plans, of
which I
am very glad.
I attended Central Christian College, where I completed both an A.A.
and
B.S.
During that time I also met my dear wife Deanna (Dea). Over the
years,
Dea and I have had the sincere pleasure of networking with a number of
local
churches as well as serving on numerous regional and national
commissions such
as: International Youth Conference, PowerSurge, National Youth Council,
and the
National Student Ministry Team. My Masters Degree was completed
at Kansas State University (Go Wildcats!), in the area
of Organizational Psychology. I completed my Ph.D. at
Northcentral University where I focused on the subject of Followership..
I truly love teaching here at Central Christian
College.
I anticipate the beginning of each and everyday here.
Interacting
with students and wrestling with issues is a fantastic adventure.
And,
nothing turns my crank more than talking about how God is moving in the
world
today. I love bragging on God. Sharing about the incredible
works
He is doing in and through people. I especially love talking
about
God's role for leaders within the context of the emerging
culture.
I do not know where this journey will yet lead, but I take joy in
knowing that
come what may, I will always abide in the loving arms of my great Lord
and God.
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Dr. Leonard
Favara