Doug Brown Memorial Scholarship

Jacob Knight-Doug Brown Memorial Scholarship Recipient 2022

2022 provided to be a great year for the Edom Area Chamber of Commerce to support a local student with aspirations of college life and all it has to offer. The $3,500 scholarship named appropriately after our local Edom art pioneer, Doug Brown, was awarded to Van High School graduate, Jacob Knight. Jacob is currently enrolled in his freshman year at Texas Tech University.

Jacob reports that he is enjoying attending college in Lubbock and is finding his groove with great new friends. He loves the atmosphere, support and loyalty from the student body. Jacob states that his favorite activity so far are campus recreational sports. In years past you may have seen him flashing a red, white and blue medallion around his neck or other awards during his time at VHS, with the tennis team. He is interested in recruiting in the sports field or coaching.

Jacob’s parents are Jimmy and Lara White, from the Sexton Chapel area. The Edom Area Chamber is pleased to see Jacob thriving and enjoying college life. Pictured is Jacob and Beth Brown, of Potters Brown, downtown Edom, Texas.

Photo Credit: Craig Blackmon FAIA