Charles N. Sims | |
|---|---|
.png) Sims c. 1893. | |
| 3rd Chancellor of Syracuse University | |
| In office April 1881 – October 1893 | |
| Preceded by | Erastus Otis Haven |
| Succeeded by | James Roscoe Day |
| 1st President of Valparaiso Male and Female College | |
| In office 1860–1862 | |
| Succeeded by | Erastus H. Staley |
| Personal details | |
| Born | May 18, 1835 Fairfield, Indiana |
| Died | March 27, 1908 (aged 72) Indiana |
| Spouse | Eliza Foster |
| Alma mater | Indiana Asbury University |
Charles N. Sims (May 18, 1835 – March 27, 1908) was an American Methodist preacher and the third chancellor of Syracuse University, serving from 1881 to 1893.[1] Sims Hall and Sims drive on the Syracuse campus is named for him.[2][3]
- ^ "Chancellor Charles N. Sims Collection". Syracuse University Archives. Syracuse University. Archived from the original on September 19, 2015. Retrieved October 14, 2015.
- ^ "Syracuse University Buildings: Sims Hall". Syracuse University Archives. Syracuse University. Archived from the original on September 26, 2015. Retrieved October 14, 2015.
- ^ Galvin, Mason & O'Brien 2013, p. 33