George William Kitchin

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George William Kitchin was the first chancellor of the University of Durham, from the institution of the role in 1908 till his death in 1912. He was also the last Dean of Durham Cathedral to govern the university. Previously he was Dean of Winchester and Junior Censor at Christ Church, Oxford. Kitchin's daughter Alexandra ('Xie', 1864-1925) was the favourite photographic subject of Lewis Carroll.

Preceded by University previously governed by dean of Durham Cathedral

Chancellor of the University of Durham 1908–1912

Succeeded by Henry George Percy, 7th Duke of Northumberland