John E. Corbally
John Edward Corbally Jr. (October 14, 1924 – July 23, 2004) was an American academic administrator and university president. Corbally led Syracuse University from 1969 to 1971 before becoming president of the University of Illinois system from 1971 to 1979. He held roles in numerous non-profit organizations, including a decade as the first president of the John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation.
John E. Corbally | |
|---|---|
Corbally in 1974 | |
| 1st President of John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation | |
| In office 1979–1989 | |
| Preceded by | Office established |
| Succeeded by | Adele S. Simmons |
| 13th President of the University of Illinois system | |
| In office 1971–1979 | |
| Preceded by | David D. Henry |
| Succeeded by | Stanley O. Ikenberry |
| 8th Chancellor and President of Syracuse University | |
| In office September 1969 – March 1971 | |
| Preceded by | William Pearson Tolley |
| Succeeded by | Melvin A. Eggers |
| Personal details | |
| Born | October 14, 1924 South Bend, Washington, U.S. |
| Died | July 23, 2004 (aged 79) Mill Creek, Washington, U.S. |
| Spouse |
Marguerite Walker (m. 1946) |
| Children | 2 |
| Education | |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service | United States Navy |
| Years of service | 1943–1946 |
| Rank | Lieutenant junior grade |
| Battles/wars | Pacific Ocean theater |
| Awards | Purple Heart |
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