I AM CENTENARY
“Centenary has everything you need. They have a million clubs. There’s a chance for everyone to do everything.”
Donovan will graduate in May 2017 with degrees in history and political science. Next stop: law school. Over the past five years, 79% of Centenary students who apply to law school have been accepted. Learn about the pre-law program
I chose to double major in history and political science because I wanted to study subjects that would teach me the valuable thinking skills needed to excel in any career.
Explore history & political science at CentenaryDonovan is currently president of his fraternity and has held numerous other leadership roles within the Greek system. He is also a Maroon Jacket, served three years as an SGA senator, and helped recruit prospective students for two years as a Student Ambassador. Learn how to get involved
honor society memberships
The most important gift Centenary has given me has been the opportunity to grow as an individual and as a leader.
With so many student organizations to become involved in, Centenary provides ample space for students to develop leadership skills needed to excel in any field.
Trey started college in Paris, France thanks to the one-of-a-kind Centenary in Paris program. He walked in the footsteps of African-American writers in Paris and explored questions of race and gender thanks to the "Paris Noir: Black America in the City of Light" course taught by Professors Dana Kress and Andia Augustin-Billy. Learn more about Centenary in Paris
Trey is an economics major and is thinking about adding a minor in math. When he's not in class or on the golf course, he's most likely spending time with his brothers in Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity.
times Trey said "merci" (so polite!)
times Trey said "trois" to announce his presence in Paris (his name means "the third")
A member of the Gents golf team, Trey chose Centenary as the spot to continue his golf career because he knew he'd also get a great education. He also might be a budding comedian. Visit Centenary Athletics at gocentenary.com
times Trey closed his eyes while hitting a shot in tournament play
Trey's recent score in the Louisiana College Fall Invite - the second-lowest round of the day
Follow the Gents golf teamThe best thing about being a student-athlete is spending time with your teammates and having a stress-free place to go after classes.
Ashley is a decorated and dedicated student-athlete. In 2016, she became only the fourth gymnast in Centenary history to qualify for the NCAA Regional Competition and was also named a USAG All-American Scholar. Learn more about Ashley
All-American in the All-Around at the 2016 USAG Collegiate National Championship
Meet Ashley!on vault in 2016, just .025 off the Centenary record
Follow Ashley's Centenary gymnastics careerAshley was part of the first group of Centenary students to begin their college experience in Paris, France through the Centenary in Paris program. In May 2017, she returned to Europe for a May Module course in Copenhagen, Denmark. Learn more about Centenary in Paris
Ashley's travel experiences also include mission trips to Jamaica and Guatemala.
Learn about mission opportunities offered by CentenaryAshley's liberal arts education is preparing her to connect with the world in a variety of creative ways: she's a communications major with minors in theatre and Spanish.
Explore academics at CentenaryManon is a biology major with minors in chemistry and psychology. The winner of an organic chemistry award her sophomore year, she now shares her knowledge as a science tutor for both her Centenary peers and high school students. Learn more about biology at Centenary
Manon is president of Alpha Epsilon Delta, Centenary's honor society for students pursuing health-related professions.
Learn about health and medicine programs at CentenaryManon did plant research at Texas A&M University over the summer with Centenary professor Dr. Rebecca Murphy, which gave her the opportunity to present original research at the American Society of Plant Biologists' national conference.
Learn about research opportunities at CentenaryManon is a world traveler who had the unique opportunity to study religion and biology in Argentina through Centenary's May Module program. Learn more about May Module
of cows (her favorite animal!) that Manon met in Argentina
Learn more about the May Module programIn just three years, Cheredith has interned with two Shreveport mayors, a United States Senator, and a political action committee in Washington, D.C. She graduated in May 2017 with an impressive resume and a wealth of experience for the next steps on her journey. Learn more
Congressional meetings attended per week in summer 2015
I was selected to participate in the Iran Nuclear Deal Conference Call with President Obama. This was one of the best experiences from my summer in Washington, D.C.
Cheredith shares her time and talents with the community she loves, on campus and beyond. She's active in her sorority, helping raise money for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and is currently the youngest member of the Shreveport Mayor's Women's Commission. See how Cheredith gets involved
In addition to being the youngest current member of the Shreveport Mayor's Women's Commission, Cheredith was elected as the Commission's secretary.
national Greek organizations at Centenary, all with specific philanthropic projects
Learn about Greek lifeCheredith was named the "Model Initiate" of her Chi Omega pledge class in 2013.
As a degree-seeking student from Honduras, Sabrina traveled internationally just to get to Centenary! She also started college in Paris, France thanks to the unique Centenary in Paris program, and plans to return to Paris in spring 2018 for a May Module class. Learn more about the Centenary in Paris program
After graduation, Sabrina plans to work in the United States for a few years and then pursue a master's degree.
Learn how Career Services helps students plan for the futureinstant siblings Sabrina found in her sorority (she's an only child!)
Learn more about Greek Life at Centenarymiles from Sabrina's hometown to Shreveport
Sabrina completed a summer internship with a local newspaper in Honduras during her summer "break" in 2017, and she'll pursue her passion for film during a spring 2018 internship at Shreveport's Robinson Film Center. Learn how the Communication program supports students
concentrations in the Communication major (Sabrina's pursuring all of them!)
Learn about Centenary's communication programI hope that my internship at the Robinson Film Center may lead to a full-time job after graduation.
Centenary sponsors a film series at RFC! Learn more here.Sabrina's gaining valuable real-world experience in photography and video as a member of the Centenary Marketing & Communication Office's Digital Video Team.
Check out Centenary videos on YouTube!Sabrina has been involved in student media since the first month of her first year at Centenary. She's contributed to the student newspaper, campus radio station, the Centenary Film Society, and more. Learn more about student publications & media
Sabrina is the current president of the Centenary Film Society, which partners with the Robinson Film Center, a local independent movie theater, for lots of cool events that are FREE for Centenary students.
See what's going on at the RFC"Sabrina's Squad" was Sabrina's radio show on Centenary's KSCL station during her freshman year. She also worked for the station as News Manager.
Listen live to KSCL!Sabrina started out writing and producing videos for Centenary's student newspaper, The Conglomerate.
Learn more about Centenary student pubs & mediaGideon is a business major Learn More
prestigious research fellowships for Melissa
Melissa has expanded her capacity as a scientist with a chemistry minor. Centenary's Department of Chemistry is equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation available to students in all courses, even introductory ones.
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In May 2015, Melissa spent three weeks in Buenos Aires, Argentina as part of a unique Centenary immersive course exploring the intersections of biology and religion. Centenary's immersive terms in May and August give students the chance to experience different cultures and explore new ideas. Learn More
Studying in Argentina was an incredible experience. We spent three weeks in the heart of Buenos Aires and it really broadened my horizons in a lot of ways.
“Centenary has everything you need. They have a million clubs. There’s a chance for everyone to do everything.”
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Medical schools pay attention when they see a Centenary degree. Centenary graduates are well-prepared for medical and other professional schools with rigorous coursework and valuable opportunities for research and internships.
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100%
of tenure-track faculty hold the highest degree in their fields
With an average class size of 9, Centenary puts you in close contact with world-class professors who know your name and believe in your potential.
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3/4
of students have participated in an international educational experience
All Centenary students have the opportunity to begin their college careers in Paris, France through our one-of-a-kind Centenary in Paris program. But for many students, this is just the first of several global experiences at Centenary and beyond.
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100%
of first-year students receive merit aid
Centenary students received over $12.9 million in financial aid during the 2021-2022 academic year. Visit Centenary's Office of Financial Aid to learn about merit scholarships, need-based aid, out of state grants, and more.
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