ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ Hosts Robert H. ‘Bob’ Bell Day in honor of former Georgia Senator, entrepreneur, philanthropist, family man and long-time ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ 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 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ 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 ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ 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](https://web.archive.org/web/20231212033328/mailto:Jbutts-freeman@cau.edu). **About ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ** Established in 1988 by the historic consolidation of Atlanta University (1865) and Clark College (1869). ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ 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. ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ cultivates lives that transform the world. - [ Business ](/news?category=51) ## For Media Inquiries For media inquiries please contact ºÚÁϲ»´òìÈ at [404-703-2914](tel:404-703-2914)