Glasser previously served as associate vice president for academic affairs and dean of graduate and undergraduate programs at Morehead State University, Morehead, KY. In that post, he developed new initiatives and opportunities including distance learning, extended campus programs, continuing education, international education, women's studies and English as a second language. He previously held other administrative and academic positions at Morehead State University since 1972.

Glasser, a Boston native, earned his Ph.D. from Indiana University and holds a bachelor of arts degree from University of Massachusetts.

"I look forward to working with President Harrington, my fellow deans, the faculty and staff to strengthen the offerings of the graduate school at Salem State College. I am confident that we will be able to increase our availability, accessibility and opportunities for students in this region." Glasser said.