HIGH POINT, N.C., May 2, 2016 – Two High Point University alumni are giving back to their alma mater in a major way.
The Boles, of Winston-Salem, have a significant history with HPU as three generations of their family have attended the university. They are successful entrepreneurs and generous philanthropists. Mickey serves as owner and CEO of Smith Phillips Building Supply, a leading building material supply company, while Katy served as co-founder, president and CEO of Graham and Boles Properties, a residential real estate brokerage firm. Both are involved in leadership positions at their alma mater, where Katy serves on the HPU Board of Trustees, and Mickey serves on the HPU Board of Visitors.
Now the Boles, of Winston-Salem, have contributed a seven-figure gift to HPU.
“The Boles family has an important history with our university,” says Dr. Nido Qubein, HPU president. “Their support is instrumental as HPU continues down a pathway of success.”
The Boles Commons at Centennial Square II will carry their family name as a symbol of their commitment to campus. The Boles Commons features a large study area, recreation facilities and post office. Centennial Square II opened in August 2015 as the university’s second townhome community and houses 375 students.
In the past decade, significant philanthropic investments have been made by many alumni seeking to further the mission of HPU. Since Dr. Nido Qubein became HPU president in 2005, more than $280 million has been raised.