William P. Graham
Chancellor: 1937-1942

Highlights:

• First layman and first alumnus to become Chancellor
• On ‘the hill’ 44 years
• Served as Vice Chancellor, then Acting Chancellor for one year before appointment
• Former dean of Liberal Arts and of Applied Science
• Advanced Maxwell and Education to graduate status
• Graham Dining Hall named for him

Graham at the Side of Presidents
Graham hosted President Franklin Roosevelt who laid the cornerstone for the Medical School in 1936, and former President Hoover who dedicated Maxwell Hall in 1937.

        

Graham's Diploma William Pratt Graham was the first Syracuse University graduate to be appointed Chancellor. His 1893 diploma was signed by Chancellor Sims.