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Charles Buller Heberden
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| Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford | |
| In office 1910–1913 |
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| Preceded by | Thomas Herbert Warren |
| Succeeded by | Thomas Banks Strong |
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| Born | 14 December 1849 |
| Died | 30 May 1921 (aged 71) |
| Alma mater | Balliol College, Oxford |
Charles Buller Heberden (born December 14, 1849 – died May 30, 1921) was an important English scholar and university leader. He was known for his work with old Greek and Roman texts. He also helped manage universities.
Heberden was the Principal of Brasenose College, Oxford, from 1889 to 1920. A Principal is like the head of a college. He also served as the Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. The Vice-Chancellor is the main leader of the entire university.
Early Life and Education
Charles Buller Heberden was born in a place called Broadhembury in Devon, England. His father was the Reverend William Heberden.
Heberden went to a famous school called Harrow School. After that, he studied at Balliol College, Oxford, starting in 1868. While he was there, he studied alongside another famous person named Benjamin Jowett.
Contributions to Education and Culture
Charles Heberden cared a lot about education. He helped his old schools and the university in many ways.
- In 1909, he helped publish a book about the history of Brasenose College.
- In 1916, he created a special scholarship for students from Harrow School to study at Brasenose College. A scholarship helps pay for a student's education.
- When he passed away in 1921, he also set up an Organ Scholarship. This scholarship helps students who play the organ.
- He left £1,000 to Oxford University. This money was used to create the Coin Room at the Ashmolean Museum. The Ashmolean Museum is a famous museum of art and archaeology.
Heberden was also part of the governing body for Abingdon School from 1914 to 1921. This means he helped make important decisions for the school.
Final Resting Place
Charles Buller Heberden is buried in Holywell Cemetery in Oxford, England.
