Erastus O. Haven
Chancellor: 1874-1880

Highlights:

• Former President of University of Michigan and of Northwestern
• Elected as Chancellor 1872, but declined
• Offered position in 1874 and accepted
• Devoted interests to strengthening curriculum and cementing University’s relationship to the city
• Resigned to be Bishop of Methodist Episcopal Church

		Haven Autobiography Most Chancellors are published authors. Haven penned his autobiography, which was published by his widow in 1883.
Keeping the Wolf from the Door During the early years of the University the vacant lands were turned over to the growing of hay to help pay for upkeep.