The Browns have been active and loyal supporters of Willamette for almost 50 years, working with alumni relations, development, admissions and the President’s Office to further the mission of the university.
Don received his bachelor’s degree in philosophy and political science from Willamette, while Carol Anne — the daughter of alumnus Bill Smullin ‘29, in whose honor Smullin Hall is named — studied here for two years before transferring to Stanford. Don is the retired dean of Trinity Cathedral in Sacramento, and Carol Anne is the retired executive director of the Smullin Foundation. Don has served on Willamette’s Board of Trustees since 2004, including time as vice chair, and the Browns regularly host trustee, alumni and admissions gatherings in their own home. In addition, they are leading supporters of Willamette Academy, the university’s academic program to help students from historically underrepresented communities advance to higher education.
