Edwin S. Hinckley

Edwin S. Hinckley (July 21, 1868 – November 15, 1929) was one of only two men to hold the position of counselor to the president of Brigham Young University.

He attended Brigham Young Academy and graduated from both its high school and collegiate divisions.

During his time at the University of Michigan, he and Adeline took in boarders to make ends meet.

He also served as counselor to George H. Brimhall and dean of the Church Teachers College.

After retiring from BYU in 1915 he served as superintendent of the state training school in Ogden.