BU's Prez

[Chico]

Did it affect anyone's education not seeing him?
Will it affect anyone's education seeing her?

[jasonpeoria911]

No it won't but it certainly helps to have a good support base in your students and the community. Broski had virtually no support outside of the administration.

Jason

[Fyrebyrd]

Did it affect anyone's education not seeing him?
Will it affect anyone's education seeing her?

no it does not directly effect my education. However, it is nice for there to be a visual example of how much someone cares for the university they work for. Sure Broski did some great things while he was here and I commend him for it, but I have no idea if he had any interest in anything. To know that we have someone that visual and someone who wants to be there to know the opinions of the students and wants to be a part of the university is a big deal. The big thing is, Broski didn't interact with the students....how the hell is he going to know what the students want. Glasser is getting out there, asking the opinions of our student body, and WANTS to try and implant them in anyway she can. And that indirectly will effect someones education. Because someones education at Bradley is effected by everything that goes on here, and if she can try to start new things that will enhance a student's life here, they will do better.

[patrick_o'brian]

Another thing to remember is Unruh has gone on record as saying he would bring his number down if Melchiorre's went up.

If Unruh pulls his number down then we can just replace it with Sommerville in a couple years. Squeaky has got to get recognized.

[BU ICEMAN]

I think what we've got here is a perfect example on how perception can cloud reality.

Yes, Broski presided over many of the projects and made some critical decisions that have been mentioned by DB earlier in this thread, but the perception of him was Oz-like, the man behind the curtain, sheltered away. To be honest, I found it really easy to miss all the contributions because of that. Now, maybe that's shallow or ignorant, I admit that, but I think lots of us, whether we want to admit it or not, feel the same way. And ya know what: that's human nature.

Now, Glasser, on the other hand, I think it's safe to say, looks and acts as if she bleeds red and white, and you know it! Maybe Broski did too, but who knew? Personality goes a loooong way towards so many things. Our society is conditioned to be in awe of and priveliged to meet people in positions of power, so when the Prez goes to meet you instead of you meeting her (does that make sense?), you can't help but feel special. Believe me, I've seen this and experienced this on about the largest level with the largest people you can think of......

I'll give Broski his due, he did accomplish a lot for the university, but given Glasser's initial impression and actions, I am anticipating some really, really fantastic times and improvements to BU.

[Chico]

I used to see Dr. Broski at his usual seat at the basketball games. We all have different personalities. That doesn't mean he didn't have respect for the students and the University. He did great things for Bradley and the way it's starting off, I'm sure President Glasser will too.

[IheartBU]

I was (un)fortunate enough to deal with Broski quite a bit in my time on the hilltop. I was never impressed with his dedication to the school or the public persona he exhibited in my time there. Most of his pluses can probably be credited to Gary Anna... and that's all I'll say about that.

However, the public relations major in me says our new president saw an opportunity to take whatever missteps Broski made while in office and set herself apart as a new face, dedicated to healing the disconnect that existed between Swords Hall and the rest of the campus. I had the chance to watch her in action before the Michigan State game, and I can safely say there are very few people I'd rather have representing my alma mater than President Glasser.

[it's boogie time]

However, the public relations major in me says our new president saw an opportunity to take whatever missteps Broski made while in office and set herself apart as a new face, dedicated to healing the disconnect that existed between Swords Hall and the rest of the campus.

From what I was told from my friend in Kentucky who covered her, this is how she is. Her high visibility has nothing to do with how her predecessor was. The people hiring her might have chosen her because of this, but I don't think it has influenced her in her short time here.

[Les is More]

I have 0 clue what Broski looks like after attending for 4 years. Although it prolly isn't a big deal that I didn't see him, it is nice to see someone as powerful as she doing things a little differently.

[amckillip]

Did it affect anyone's education not seeing him?
Will it affect anyone's education seeing her?

Broski never did, but President Glasser has. Education at college is so much more than what you learn in the classroom. In fact, I'd say your outside experiences are more important than what you learn in class(And I don't take class lightly). So sure President Glasser didn't directly affect my operations research class or help me understand multiple regression in my statistics class, but she has shown me the effect two different types of leadership can have on a group. She has begun listening to the students needs, begun making needed changes, rather than spending money on elaborate Presidential Receptions or appointing a Bradley staff member to be her significant's other social coordinator, like the previous president did. I'll tell you what, if nothing else. The long term affect she'll have by developing affinity for the university in current students will pay great dividends when we are alumni.