James Burrill Angell (January 7, 1829 – April 1, 1916) was an American educator and diplomat. He is best known for being the longest-serving president of the University of Michigan, from 1871 to 1909. He represented the transition from small college life to nationally oriented universities.
James Burrill Angell (January 7, 1829 – April 1, 1916) was an American educator and diplomat. He is most renowned for being the longest-serving president of the University of Michigan, from 1871 to 1909. He symbolized the shift from a small college atmosphere to a more nationally focused university.