College of Health and Human Services

Health Education

Dr. Glassman is a Master Certified Health Education Specialist and a Certified Communicator in Public Health. He earned his doctorate from the University of Florida and Masters in Public Health from The Ohio State University.  He teaches Drug Awareness, Human Sexuality, Mental Health, Social Marketing, Health Communication and Health Behavior courses. His research interests involve the prevention of high-risk behaviors among college students.  For example, he has designed interventions to reduce the excessive alcohol consumption associated with tailgating on game day, 21st birthday celebrations, spring break etc.  Further he designs, implements and evaluates heath communication messages, which promote healthy lifestyles.  He is an inductee of the Start High School Hall of Fame and a Jefferson Community Service Awardee.