Background
Gordon, Marshall was born on September 1, 1937 in LaCenter, Kentucky, United States.
Gordon, Marshall was born on September 1, 1937 in LaCenter, Kentucky, United States.
Bachelor, Murray (Kentucky) State University, 1959; Doctor of Philosophy, Vanderbilt University, 1963.
Instructor, Murray State University, summer 1959; teaching assistant, Vanderbilt University, Nashville, 1959-1963; research chemist, E.I. duPont de Nemours & Company, Inc., Chattanooga, summer 1961; from assistant professor to professor of chemistry, Murray (Kentucky) State University, 1963-1975; dean, Murray (Kentucky) State University, 1975-1977; vice president for university services, Murray (Kentucky) State University, 1977-1983; president, Murray (Kentucky) State University, 1981; president, S.W. Missouri State University, Springfield, 1983-1992; management consultant, 1992-1994; president, Park Industries, Manchester, Indiana, since 1994. Consultant in field.
Board of directors Lester E. Cox Medical Center, Springfield, since 1985, Hammons Heart Institute Reg. Advisory Board, Springfield, since 1983. Member American College of Surgeons (secretary-treasurer 1968-1970), American Association State Colleges U. (commission on agriculture and rural development), Springfield Chamber of Commerce (board directors 1983-1986), Rotary.
Son of Ollie James and Dora Ellen (Everett) G. Married Annette Waters, March 17, 1962. 1 child, Mary Annual.