Peoria, IL – January 22, 2015 – Joanne Glasser has announced that she will retire from Bradley University on May 31, 2015 after serving as president for eight years.
“It has been an honor, privilege, and joy to have had the opportunity to serve as the tenth president of Bradley University,” Glasser said in a statement sent out to the campus community on Thursday, January 22. “This difficult decision comes with many mixed feelings predicated upon my love of the institution, students, faculty, staff, alumni, and the Peoria community which has been my home for the last eight years. But, I believe it is time for a leadership change to allow fresh eyes and new ideas to continue the excellent momentum of our institution.”
“President Glasser has been a remarkable leader of our university who brought energy and new vitality to our campus. Bradley excelled academically under Dr. Glasser’s leadership. In addition, Bradley’s growing reputation as a University of national distinction is due to her deep dedication to the institution and especially to students. She will leave a lasting legacy. We will miss her passion and wish her the very best in her new endeavors” said Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Doug Stewart.
Glasser became Bradley’s tenth president and first woman president in August 2007. She oversaw the development of new academic programs, rising national rankings, $128 million in construction projects, and was known for her tireless efforts as a champion of student engagement and success.
Prior to joining Bradley University, Glasser served as president of Eastern Kentucky University from 2001 – 2007.
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