Clark Atlanta University Hosts Robert H. ‘Bob’ Bell Day and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Robert H. ‘Bob’ Bell/House of Chatham Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurial Development

Clark Atlanta University Hosts Robert H. ‘Bob’ Bell Day in honor of former Georgia Senator, entrepreneur, philanthropist, family man and long-time Clark Atlanta University supporter. The day will include a ribbon cutting ceremony for the Robert H. ‘Bob’ Bell / House of Cheatham Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurial Development.

The event will take place on today, Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. in the Thomas W. Cole, Jr. Research Center for Science & Technology Environmental Science Building.

Mr. Bell the founder of the House of Cheatham, a manufacturer of multicultural hair care brands such as Aunt Jackie’s Curls & Coils and Africa’s Best, will be remembered, and honored throughout the day’s activities.  During graduation in 2021 the Bell family and the House of Cheatham donated $3 million to Clark Atlanta University in Bell’s honor.  The donation helped to fund the Robert H. ‘Bob’ Bell / House of Cheatham Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurial Development and will be used to provide much needed resources for CAU scholars.

For more information about the event, or if you are interested in attending contact Jolene Butts Freeman, Associated Vice President of Media Relations and Communications at (404) 456-8371 or email her at Jbutts-freeman@cau.edu.  

About Clark Atlanta University

Established in 1988 by the historic consolidation of Atlanta University (1865) and Clark College (1869).  Clark Atlanta University continues a 150-year legacy rooted in African-American tradition and focused on the future.  Through global innovation, transformative educational experiences, and high-value engagement.  CAU cultivates lives that transform the world.