David Allan Robertson (October 17, 1880 – July 15, 1961) was an American academic who served as the 5th president of Goucher College.

[1] After high school, he entered the University of Chicago, graduating with Phi Beta Kappa honors in 1902.

[1] During his graduate studies at the University of Chicago, Robertson served as an instructor in English.

He eventually became a full professor in English and drama and also served in various roles in the university's administration.

[1] Robertson died on July 15, 1961, at the age of 80, at his home in Baltimore, Maryland.