High Point University and Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. announced yesterday the establishment of an endowed scholarship honoring local philanthropist and entrepreneur Dr. Robert “Bob” Brown, who also serves as the current Chairman of the Board of Trustees at HPU. HPU President Dr. Nido Qubein and Coca-Cola Consolidated Chairman and CEO Frank Harrison, along with business associates and friends of Dr. Brown, contributed $3 million to the scholarship to honor his legacy. Annually, the fund will provide between eight to 10 scholarships to minority students who attend HPU.
Pictured here from left to right are Dr. Nido Qubein, HPU President; Dr. Robert “Bob” Brown; Frank Harrison, Coca-Cola Consolidated Chairman and CEO; and Mack Everett, a longtime friend of Brown, celebrating the legacy of Dr. Robert J. Brown.
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