Reinhardt gets $1 million gift

Reinhardt University in Cherokee County received a $1 million gift from Dr. Austin and Bea Flint, who have long-standing and strong ties to Waleska and the school.

In 1969 they purchased land near the center of town and the Reinhardt campus as a “retreat” from the city. Bea Flint also taught English for 12 years at the school. Austin Flint practiced medicine in the region for many years.

The $1 million will pay for current capital projects and support a new endowed scholarship for music students. The school will name the concert hall in the Falany Performing Arts Center after the Flints.