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William Mitchel Daily | |
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| 3rd President of Indiana University | |
| In office 1853–1859 | |
| Preceded by | Alfred Ryors |
| Succeeded by | John Hiram Lathrop |
| 35th United States House of Representatives Chaplain | |
| In office 1844–1845 | |
| Preceded by | Isaac S. Tinsley |
| Succeeded by | William Henry Milburn |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1812 Coshocton, Ohio, US |
| Died | February 5, 1877 (aged 64–65) New Orleans, Louisiana |
| Resting place | Madison, Indiana |
| Academic background | |
| Alma mater | Indiana University |
| Academic work | |
| Discipline | Theology |
| Institutions | |
| Ecclesiastical career | |
| Church | Methodist Episcopal Church |
| Ordained | 1833 |
William Mitchel Daily (1812–February 5, 1877) was an American academic, preacher and theologian. He served as the third president of Indiana University from 1853-1859 and resigned under pressure after accusations of plagiarism, not paying debts, and incompetence. He served a one-year term as the chaplain of the US House of Representatives and also served as a hospital chaplain during the US Civil War. He was also the first president of the Indiana State Teachers Association.