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November 2005

In this issue:

• Meet Your Alumni Relations Staff
• Gents at SMU: Complimentary Alumni/Team Reception and Game Tickets
• Choir invited to White House
• NEW! Photo of the Month
• Class Notes
• Photos of the Alumni Reception hosted by Stafford ’82 and Marianne Comegys
• Photos of The Rhapsody in View Opening Night Performance and Alumni Reception
• Save the Date: for Upcoming Alumni Holiday Receptions
• NEW! Alumni Spotlight
• Cruise the Passage of Peter the Great
• Update Your Contact Information Online

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Meet your Alumni Relations Staff

Alumni Relations at Centenary College is growing and so is the support from its alumni. We are delighted to be representing Centenary College and keeping you involved in the Centenary Community. For the next few months we will introduce your Alumni staff individually. Next month, David Henington will be interviewed.

COMING SOON! GENTS at SMU

Complimentary Alumni/Team Reception and Game Tickets DFW alumni mark your calendars for November 21 and 22! On Monday, November 21st from 5:30 to 8 PM there will be an alumni reception with the Gents basketball players, their coaches, and other students at Maggiano’s Restaurant in North Park Mall. On Tuesday, November 22nd there will be a pre-game burger bash at Goff’s Burger (across from the stadium) from 5:30 to 7 PM and then the Gents take on the Mustangs at 7 PM. Goff’s Hamburgers is owned by alumnus Jimmy Francis ’97. This will be a great way to show your continued support of the College and to mingle with current students who will be home for Thanksgiving break. Tickets will be complimentary to current students, alumni, and staff thanks to the Athletic Department. For more information contact View the invitation.

Choir to sing for President

Having received its seventh invitation, the Centenary College Choir will once again sing at The White House during this year's holiday season. An ensemble of 21 choir members, under the direction of Dr. Will Andress, will perform seasonal favorites Saturday, Dec. 3, from 3:15-4:45 p.m. for President Bush, the First Lady and guests at the Christmas Open House and Reception.

NEW! The Image of the month

Take a look at the new Student Union Building. You will probably not recognize it. This fall a brand new common area was revealed for students, faculty and alumni to relax, munch, drink coffee and shop for Centenary gear. The $1.5 million renovation began immediately following the end of the spring semester. It features an updated, expanded main floor that includes new carpeting, lighting, furnishings, restrooms, food/apparel offerings, and office space. Come by for a visit sometime soon. Alumni are invited to join the Centenary Community for the Centenary Coffee Connection every last Friday of the month from 7:30-9:00AM There will be complimentary donuts, discounted coffee, soft drinks, and a chance to visit with students, faculty and staff. We hope to see you there.

Alumni Class Notes

Read this month's class notes to catch up on classmates such as:

• Chip Leduff '04 is currently serving the United States Navy and is deployed to Iraq, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Let’s keep Chip up to date with the Centenary community and let him feel our support. Drop Chip a line at

REVIEWS

Centenary College’s tailgate party featured in the LSU TigerRag & TigerRag.com

We demonstrated that you do not need a football team to tail gate like true champions. Centenary Alumni drew a lot of admirers at the LSU vs. North Texas on Saturday the 29th of October. See why everyone was staring at our tailgate & read the story.

Shreveport-Bossier Alumni Chapter reception at the home of Stafford ’82 and Marianne Comegys with guest speaker Dr. Webb

The Shreveport-Bossier Alumni Chapter presented an opportunity for local alumni to gather at the home of Stafford '82 and Marianne Comegys. Dr. Donald A. Webb President-Emeritus was the honored guest and guest speaker for the evening, sharing excerpts from his book and his thoughts on leadership and Paving the Way to Centenary's future. View photos from the well-attended reception.

Paving the Way to Centenary’s Future

Purchasing a brick is a wonderful gift for the Holidays that will last a life time. Set your Centenary support in stone.

Support your alma mater by participating in Centenary’s ongoing engraved brick campaign. In addition to purchasing your own engraved brick, a significant portion of each contribution goes immediately toward the Campaign for Scholarships . Please make your contribution online today. You can make a difference in the lives of deserving students by helping them achieve the same quality education valued by Centenary’s alumni.

Rhapsody in View Alumni Reception

We had a wonderful turnout for the Rhapsody in View Alumni Reception. Thank you all for coming. We cannot wait to do it all again next year. Wine, cheese, grapes and Alums what more can you ask for? See the photos

Planning under Way! Centenary Homecoming 2006 Recollect and Reconnect – Schedule of events

Make plans to return to your alma mater for this annual campus celebration.

SAVE THE DATE for Upcoming Alumni Holiday Receptions

Alumni Spotlight

Sharon Tallach Vogelpohl

The spotlight shines brightly on the very successful Sharon Tallach Vogelpohl ‘96. She is currently listed as one of Arkansas Business Top 40 Under 40 magazine individuals. This list recognizes the young leaders of Arkansas. The inclusion on such a select list of only 40 is a tremendous honor. Sharon and the other honorees were chosen from the original nominees list of three hundred young, promising people from across the state
Sharon was part of the name change of the Mangan Holcomb Rainwater Culpepper to Mangan Holcomb Partners and also unveiled Power Ideas, a trademarked brand that focuses on the agency’s unique offerings and attitude in the marketing communications industry of today.

Sharon, 32, has been with Mangan Holcomb for just over 10 years. She began her tenure with Mangan Holcomb with an internship as an undergraduate. She is now a Senior Vice-President and oversees the Client Service and Public Relations Department. In 2003 Sharon became one of the principle owners of the agency.
Sharon graduated magna cum laude from Centenary in 1996 with an Interdisciplinary Degree, which focused on business and communication. Even though Sharon had an academic and athletic scholarship offer elsewhere, she ultimately decided to come to Centenary where her two older brothers were already attending. According to Sharon, being part of a small campus provided her with unlimited opportunities. She could play sports and be an active part of campus life. Sharon was a part of the Volleyball team, a KA Southern Belle, an Honor Court Judge and a member of the Zeta Tau Alpha sorority.

Sharon feels that Centenary prepared her for the world beyond college. She stated, “Centenary makes you more well rounded and prepares you for the work force.” She added that because Centenary is a liberal arts college the students take classes outside of their defined majors offering a broader field of knowledge and experiences for each student. Sharon included in her studies a chemistry course wondering why at times she did this and if it would honestly pay off later in life. Well, it did! That chemistry class that she was “forced” to take has helped her to relate and better understand her clients’ cases. Sharon also said, that Centenary makes students write, even if they are not in an English class or an English major. From Sharon’s point of view anyone who comes to Centenary will learn to write, to communicate verbally and creatively, and to share his or her thoughts and ideas through strong text. Sharon stated, “Centenary graduates are better creative problem solvers and are able to think on their own and outside of the mainstream.” Thus, Sharon Vogelpohl explains part of the success she feels she has had after leaving Centenary College of Louisiana.

Sharon and her two brothers, Tom ’93 and Timothy ’94, are in the process of endowing the Tallach Scholarship at Centenary in honor of their parents. Sharon also feels that by having this scholarship she and the rest of her family will continue to be closely connected with Centenary College as well as passing on traditions and helping others to meet their full potential.

Having the new Centenary Alumni Chapter in Little Rock, Arkansas, is truly exciting for Vogelpohl. Even though she is in close contact with the Office of Alumni Relations, Sharon believes having a group close to home helps her stay connected with Centenary as well as being a treat to meet and get to know fellow Centenary supporters and alumni. Sharon has made a commitment to be an active participant in the new alumni chapter in Little Rock.
Sharon has not forgotten about Centenary and how Centenary helped her get to where she is today. Like Sharon in Little Rock, members of the Centenary Community are spread throughout the nation and even overseas, but there is still a connection to Shreveport and their alma mater.

-Written by Mary Chaney, Communications Senior Seminar Intern

Cruise the Passage of Peter the Great

Rendezvous in Russia! September 13 - 25, 2006. Trace the steps of Peter the Great as you explore St. Petersburg, encountering his famed replica The Bronze Horseman. You'll be amazed by this city, bursting with Russian art and culture! Board the luxurious M/S Repin and take pleasure in the folk music and wooden dachas of Mandrogi; stand in awe at Kizhi Island and Goritsy; and appreciate the delicate beauty of the Florence of Russia, Yaroslavl. Sail the Volga River to Uglich and arrive in Moscow. Revel in the State Tretyakov Gallery; and adorn yourself in grandeur as you admire the regality of the Russian aristocracy housed in the Kremlin's Armory Museum. Allow your imagination to take flight at Star City as you experience the Russian space program's launch pad, Gagariin Cosmonaut Training Center.

To make your deposit ($600) and reserve your place on this trip, please call AHI at 800-680-4244. Price is determined by cabin category. Air from Atlanta, transfers, all meals and all excursions are included in the price.

For more information contact .

Updates

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