Samuel Dennis (academic)
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Samuel Dennis, D.D., was an English academic administrator at the University of Oxford.
Dennis was elected President (head) of St John's College, Oxford in 1772, a post he held until 1795.[1] During his time at St John's College, more rooms were added on the north side of the College. Dennis was also Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University from 1780 until 1784.[2][3]
A monument was erected in the college to his memory in 1795, sculpted by Richard Westmacott (the elder).[4]
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| Academic offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by | President of St John's College, Oxford 1772–1795 |
Succeeded by Michael Marlow |
| Preceded by | Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University 1780–1784 |
Succeeded by Joseph Chapman |
