David Newton Sheldon | |
|---|---|
| President of Colby College | |
| In office 1843–1853 | |
| Preceded by | Eliphaz Fay |
| Succeeded by | Robert Everett Pattison |
| Personal details | |
| Born | June 26, 1807 Suffield, Connecticut |
| Died | October 4, 1889 |
| Spouse | Rachael Hobart Ripley |
| Alma mater | Williams College, Andover Newton Theological School |
David Newton Sheldon (June 26, 1807 – October 4, 1889) was the fifth President of Colby College, Maine, United States from 1843–1853. He was also a pastor, missionary, and educator.[1]