Dean Glen Gordon

Glen Gordon (1931-2020) served the University of Massachusetts Amherst with great distinction for 38 years, as a Professor and Chair in the Political Science Department, Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences, and Provost of the University, retiring in August 2002. His various terms as an administrator were marked by intelligence, fair-mindedness, a sense of humor, and significant tangible accomplishments. In his final position prior to retirement, Dean Gordon was instrumental in both the creation of the Political Economy Research Institute and in enabling this building to become a reality.