Robert E. Glennen facts for kids
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Robert E. Glennen
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| 13th President of Emporia State University | |
| In office July 1, 1984 – July 31, 1997 |
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| Preceded by | John E. Visser |
| Succeeded by | Kay Schallenkamp |
| 10th President of Western New Mexico University |
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| In office 1980–1984 |
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| Preceded by | John Snedeker |
| Succeeded by | Mervyn Cadwallader |
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Robert Eugene Glennen Jr.
March 31, 1933 Omaha, Nebraska |
| Died | December 1, 2015 (aged 82) Las Vegas, Nevada |
| Spouse | Mary O'Brien |
| Alma mater | University of Portland (B.A; M.S) University of Notre Dame (PhD) |
| Profession | Educator |
Robert Eugene Glennen Jr. (born March 31, 1933 – died December 1, 2015) was an important leader in education. He worked as the president of two universities: Emporia State University in Kansas and Western New Mexico University. He also held other important jobs at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas and the University of Notre Dame.
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Learning and Early Career
Robert Glennen earned his first college degrees from the University of Portland. He received his bachelor's degree and then his master's degree there. In 1962, he earned his highest degree, a doctorate, from the University of Notre Dame.
After finishing his studies, Glennen worked at the University of Notre Dame for ten years. He was an associate dean, helping students and managing programs. Later, he moved to the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). There, he became a vice-president and dean. At both Notre Dame and UNLV, he helped create new programs for students who were still deciding what to study.
Leading Universities
President of Western New Mexico University
In 1980, after working at UNLV for eight years, Robert Glennen became the tenth president of Western New Mexico University. This university is located in Silver City, New Mexico. He led the university for four years, from 1980 to 1984.
President of Emporia State University
In 1984, Glennen became the president of Emporia State University in Kansas. When he arrived in July 1984, the university was facing some big challenges. There were budget cuts, fewer students were enrolling, and there was even a worry that the school might close.
One of his biggest achievements at Emporia State was helping to create the National Teachers Hall of Fame. This is a special organization that honors amazing teachers from all over the United States. It's a way to celebrate the hard work and dedication of great educators.
Glennen retired as president on July 31, 1997. After a year off, he returned to Emporia State University. He worked as a faculty member in The Teachers College for one year. He officially stopped teaching after the 1998–99 school year.
