Charles L. Purce | |
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| President of Selma University | |
| In office 1886–1893 | |
| Preceded by | Edward M. Brawley |
| Succeeded by | William T. Amiger |
| President of State University at Louisville | |
| In office 1894–1905 | |
| Preceded by | William J. Simmons |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 4, 1856 Charleston, South Carolina, U.S. |
| Died | August 7, 1905 (aged 49) Louisville, Kentucky, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Benedict College, Richmond Theological Institute, Shaw University, Simmons College of Kentucky |
| Occupation | Educator, academic administrator |
Charles L. Purce (July 4, 1856 – August 7, 1905) was an American educator and academic administrator, active in Louisville, Kentucky, and Selma, Alabama. He was a leader in the Baptist church, and served as president of Selma University and Simmons College of Kentucky, both Baptist institutions.