05/20/2026
Dalton State College, on behalf of the University System of Georgia Board of Regents, awarded posthumous Honorary Doctor of Business Administration degrees to Mr. James E. Brown and Mrs. Mary M. “Sis” Brown during its spring commencement exercises May 19.
“The Browns were extraordinary community leaders whose vision and generosity continue to inspire Dalton State students, alumni, and the broader community,” Dalton State President John Fuchko said. “Their lives stand as a powerful testament to the lasting impact of leadership, philanthropy, and a steadfast belief in the promise of education.”
The Browns’ entrepreneurial success, philanthropic commitment and decades of service helped transform both Dalton State College and the broader northwest Georgia community.
Read the story to learn more about the profound impact the Browns had on our college and our community.
Dalton State College, on behalf of the University System of Georgia Board of Regents, awarded posthumous Honorary Doctor of Business Administration degrees to Mr. James E. Brown and Mrs. Mary M. “Sis” Brown during its spring commencement exercises May 19. “The Browns were extraordinary...