September 2006
In this issue:
Alumni News
- 2nd Annual South LA Alumni Tailgate Party Next Weekend!
- Your Gift Counts!
- Shreveport-Bossier Alumni Community Outreach Project
- Go to the Head of the Class—Alumni Elders to Speak
- Dr. Webb’s Literary Study Series Returns in October
- The Shows Must Go On!
- You're Invited on the Fall Break Mission Trip
- Class Notes Online
College News
- Centenary Camerata Invited to Sing at Carnegie Hall
- Cool Things Centenary Alumni and Students are Doing
- Alumni Discount at the College Store
- Gents Basketball Coach Ron Flaska Announces Hiring of Two Assistant Coaches
ALUMNI NEWS
South Louisiana Chapter Hosts 2nd Annual Alumni Tailgate Party
Centenary Football — Undefeated since 1948! In celebration of this fun fact and football season, the South Louisiana Chapter of the Centenary Alumni Association invites you to a tailgate party on the LSU campus. Whether you are an LSU fan, a Tulane fan, a Centenary fan, or just a fan of tailgate parties, you are welcome to join in the festivities on Saturday, September 23, 2006.
Your Gift Counts!
Help Centenary reach its goal of raising the alumni participation rate to 25 percent. Contributions of any size are very helpful, as your gift will count in two important ways:
1. By supporting the Great Teachers and Scholars Fund, you help Centenary to continue competing for the brightest students and attracting and retaining superior faculty. This in turn helps the College maintain the strong reputation its alumni appreciate and enjoy in their professional and personal lives.
2. The larger the percentage of alumni participation the better the chances of acquiring grant dollars. Important financial support comes from organizations that base funding decisions to a great extent on the level of support given by alumni—those individuals who have directly benefited from the institution. Consider this: If a College’s own alumni are not willing to support their alma mater, then why should an outside organization support it? They look at the overall percentage!
Grants are necessary for the ongoing maintenance and improvement of academic programs, equipment, and campus facilities. Help get our percentage up and show that Centenary is just as valued by its alumni as other colleges that enjoy very large percentages of alumni support. Please make an online gift now. Together alumni can and do make a difference in Centenary’s future!
Shreveport-Bossier Alumni Community Outreach Project
Join the team and help Centenary make a difference in the local community! Alumni and students will join forces on one of the Fuller Foundation’s Blitz Build projects, in conjunction with Habitat for Humanity and Shreveport-Bossier Community Renewal on Saturday, October 21, 2006. Interested alumni should contact .
Go to the Head of the Class — Alumni Elders Wanted to Speak to Students
Professor Amy Hammond invites alumni elders around 80 years of age to attend a lifespan development class on Thursday, November 30, 2006 to speak with students about their lives—what turned out the way they expected, what were the biggest surprises and what were some of their disappointments. Contact Dr. Amy Hammond at 841-7267 or if you are interested.
Dr. Webb’s Literary Study Series Returns in October
The 2006 Fall Study Series, “An Octogenarian’s Muses,” featuring Dr. Donald A. Webb, begins again in October. In this 4-week series, Dr. Webb will pay tribute to eight people who have inspired, lifted, and shaped him during his 80 years. In his own words, “Eavesdroppers may be engaged, enchanted, enriched, encouraged and entertained!”
- Series Dates: October 3, 10, 17 and 24
- Times: Choose either 10:30 a.m.–Noon or 5:00-6:30 p.m.
- Place: Kilpatrick Auditorium
- Cost: $35.00
Dr. Webb was President of Centenary College from 1977 to 1991. He lives in Shreveport and is an active community volunteer. This program is sponsored by The Centenary Muses. For more information, call 869-5136 or 869-5715.
The Shows Must Go On!
Marjorie Lyons Playhouse at Centenary College has lined up performances for its 2006-07 season, beginning with Shakespeare’s A Midsummer’s Night Dream. Opening night is Thursday, September 21, 2006.
You're Invited on the Fall Break Mission Trip
The Christian Leadership Center and the Chaplain's Office are sponsoring a Hurricane Katrina relief mission trip to the New Orleans area. The deadline to register is September 20. Drivers are especially needed! For more information, contact Laura Canfield at 869-5280 or .
Alumni News and Class Notes
See what's new in this month’s Class Notes.
COLLEGE NEWS
Centenary Camerata Invited to Sing at Carnegie Hall in February
"Very few choirs are invited to present solo performances in one of the most prestigious concert venues in the world, so this is a tremendous honor," says Dr. Julia Thorn, conductor of the Centenary Camerata. Read the entire story.
Cool Things Centenary Alumni and Students are Doing
Explore some of the cool, interesting, and impressive stories about members of the Centenary Community.
Alumni Discount at the College Store
Take advantage of your 10% alumni discount at the remodeled College Store. Apparel, auto accessories, umbrellas, and office accessories are among the wide selection of Centenary logo items. The store also sells cards and gifts and, of course, school supplies and books. Visit the College Store when shopping for the holidays and birthdays. It’s a great way to support your alma mater!
Gents Basketball Coach Ron Flaska Announces Hiring of Two Assistant Coaches
Two new coaches have reported to Centenary and have begun their coaching duties as members of the Gents staff. Read more.
Share the Centenary Connections alumni E-newsletter with your fellow alums!
Remind them to stay in touch with Centenary by e-mailing to be added to the mailing list. For more information on alumni activities visit www.centenary.edu/alumni.
