Just had to put his in here!
Elihu Yale, who the University is named after is buried in St Giles churchyard here in Wrexham, also there was a replica of church tower built on the University campus. The Yale family has a long history in the Wrexham area back to the 15th century.

I doubt it, but if anyone is interested in knowing more there is a bit more info here
http://www.wrexham.gov.uk/english/le.../ElihuYale.htm