East Texas Baptist University establishes Dr. Gene Wilkes Endowed Scholarship

David and Tracy Chisum have established the Dr. Gene Wilkes Endowed Scholarship at East Texas Baptist University in honor of Wilkes, former president of B. H. Carroll Theological Seminary and the first dean of the seminary. The scholarship will provide financial assistance to ministry students enrolled at B. H. Carroll Theological Seminary at ETBU. David Chisum previously served on the seminary’s board of governors. He currently is an ETBU trustee. “Dr. Gene Wilkes has the leadership style, track record, and character that garner sincere devotion,” said Dr. Thomas Sanders, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. “Gifts like this reflect deep appreciation for the lives that have been changed because of his leadership. We are grateful to David and Tracy Chisum for their generosity and for choosing to recognize Dr. Gene Wilkes in such a meaningful way.” Wilkes’ involvement with the B. H. Carroll Theological Seminary began long before he became its president.

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