William J. McGill
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William James McGill (27 February 1922 – 19 October 1997) was an American psychologist, author, and academic administrator. He was the 16th president of Columbia University and the 3rd chancellor of the University of California San Diego.
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William James McGill | |
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16th President of Columbia University | |
In office 1970–1980 | |
Preceded by | Andrew W. Cordier |
Succeeded by | Michael I. Sovern |
3rd Chancellor of the University of California San Diego | |
In office 1968–1970 | |
Preceded by | John Semple Galbraith |
Succeeded by | Herbert York |
Personal details | |
Born | (1922-02-27)27 February 1922 New York City, New York, USA |
Died | 19 October 1997(1997-10-19) (aged 75) La Jolla, California, USA |
Alma mater | Fordham University Harvard University |
Profession | Psychologist |
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