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Robert Daniel Jones, a senior at East Duplin High School in Beulaville, is one of the 75 scholars selected by the Morehead-Cain Foundation for the Class of 2029, who will begin their undergraduate journey at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in the fall.
“These scholars were selected for their intellect and moral force of character, and we recognize their potential to lead lives of purpose and impact. In joining Morehead-Cain, they embrace a lifelong commitment to strengthening our University, state, nation, and world,” said Chris Bradford, president of the Morehead-Cain Foundation, noting that the program is not just a scholarship but a call to action aimed at empowering students.
Students from 22 North Carolina counties, 19 U.S. states and territories, and six countries made it through a rigorous six-month selection process that included applications, interviews, and evaluations by alumni and staff.
Established 80 years ago, the Morehead-Cain Program is the oldest merit scholarship in the United States. Scholars are selected based on their intellect, leadership, character, and commitment to service.
Jones is the son of Erica and Robert Jones of Pink Hill. Distinguished by academic excellence and leadership, Jones serves as president of the Technology Student Association, ambassador for the Health Sciences Academy, and secretary of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. His involvement also extends to several honor societies and student organizations, including HOSA–Future Health Professionals, Student Government Association, National Honor Society, and the National Technical Honor Society. He is also a highly accomplished competitor in the BETA Club at both state and national levels.
Demonstrating a spirit of entrepreneurship, Jones founded “Daniel Jones Swimming,” through which he taught hundreds of children water safety. He also pioneered free summer camps for children with autism and other special needs. He is also a multi-sport varsity athlete, and participates in soccer, basketball, golf, and tennis.
The accomplished senior plans to pursue biomedical engineering and biological physics at UNC–Chapel Hill.
