Alvin Duke Chandler

Alvin Duke Chandler (August 18, 1902 – May 26, 1987) was an American Navy officer and the twenty-first president of the College of William & Mary, serving from 1951 to 1960. He also served as the chancellor of The Colleges of William & Mary from 1960 to 1962; after that system was disbanded, he served as Chancellor of the College from 1962 to 1974. Prior to his career at the College of William & Mary, Chandler served in the United States Navy, eventually reaching the rank of vice-admiral. His father, Julian Alvin Carroll Chandler, also served as president of the College of William & Mary. His personal papers as well as the papers from his time as president can be found in the Special Collections Research Center at the College of William & Mary.

Naval officer (1923–1951) Chandler attended William and Mary in 1918–1919, prior to his appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy, graduating in 1923.

Commander Chandler was a student at the Naval War College about 1936-1938.

During the Guadalcanal Campaign Cdr Chandler commanded Destroyer Division 41 in the Battle of Rennell Island. USS Chevalier (DD-451), USS Edwards (DD-619), USS Meade (DD-602), and USS Taylor (DD-468) made up his force.

He was director of logistics plans for the U.S. Navy when he retired to accept the presidency of the College of William & Mary (1951).

Students chafed at censorship of their publications, restrictions on drinking, and requirements for chaperones.

Death On May 26, 1987, Chandler died. He was buried in Hollywood Cemetery.