Centenary Founders’ Day Convocation is February 17
SHREVEPORT, LA — Centenary College’s annual Founders’ Day observance will be Thursday, February 17, at 11:10 a.m. in Brown Chapel. The Founders’ Day convocation celebrates the College’s nearly 200 year history as well as recent achievements by faculty and staff. Professor of English, Dr. Steve Shelburne, who will retire this year after a nearly 33 year career at Centenary, will deliver the keynote address, entitled, “What’s a ‘Founder?’”
Masks are required for in-person attendance at the convocation. The event will also be livestreamed at centenary.edu/live and available on the College’s Facebook page. Students can earn 100 Passport Points for attending the convocation.
“On a day when we celebrate the history of Centenary and the dedication of individuals who have contributed to our community over many years, I look forward to Dr. Shelburne’s reflections,” said Dr. Christopher L. Holoman, Centenary president. “He has been such a valuable part of the College as teacher, scholar, and colleague.”
During the convocation, Holoman will announce service pins for faculty and staff along with three special annual awards, the Charleton Lyons Summer Research Award, the President’s Excellence Award, and the Outstanding Teacher Award.
Faculty and staff receiving service pins include:
Mr. Michael Mims (Facilities/National) – 35 Years
Dr. David Hoaas (Frost School of Business) – 35 Years
Dr. Barbara Davis (Frost School of Business) – 35 Years
Ms. Monica Powell (Business Office) – 25 Years
Mr. David Orr (Athletics) – 25 Years
Ms. Taya Butler (Sodexo) – 20 Years
Mrs. Connie Whittington (President’s Office) – 20 Years
Coach Butch Jordan (Swimming) – 20 Years
Ms. Tina Feldt (Counseling Services) – 20 Years
Dr. Chris Ciocchetti (Philosophy) – 20 Years
Dr. Katherine Brandl (Mathematics) – 20 Years
Mr. Frank Waruszcak (DPS) – 15 Years
Dr. Amy Hammond (Psychology) – 15 Years
Ms. Renee Godfrey (Facilities/National) – 10 years
Mr. Kennith Henderson (Sodexo) – 10 Years
Professor Jessica Hawkins (Communication) – 10 Years
Ms. Jackie Fain (Athletics) – 10 Years
Lt. Jeff Englade (DPS) – 10 Years