Student Life Piece 2015-16

STUDENT LIFE

“There are so many different people at Centenary ready to embrace you and help you reach your goals. It feels good to be a part of a welcoming and spirited community.”

Kaity MussioAnn Arbor, Michigan

EXPLORE ENGAGECREATE

CONNECT COMMIT

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Serve the local and global community.

S E R V I C E O P P O R T U N I T I E S

At Centenary, lending a hand is more than volunteerism—it’s a passport to becoming an active and engaged citizen through service learning.

S T U D E N T G O V E R N M E N T & L E A D E R S H I P

Rise to the occasion.Develop and explore your leadership style. Work collaboratively within your diverse community of peers to influence life on campus and beyond.

“In high school, I wouldn’t have called myself a leader. When I got to Centenary, however, I was empowered by professors and staff who became mentors. Centenary has so many opportunities outside of the classroom to teach you how to be a great leader and citizen.”

Miles Robinson, 2014-2015 Student Government President

F A I T H

Grapple with the big questions.Spiritual growth can happen anywhere. Seek out answers, nurture your faith, and be part of a greater exchange of ideas with your peers through diverse Religious Life programming.

G R E E K L I F E

Letters that spell friendship.Forget what you’ve seen on TV. Centenary’s Greek life is a different story. Form tight bonds that extend far beyond social events. We’re talking about a second family.

“You’ll hear a lot about the ‘Centenary Family’ on campus. My sorority provides me with a sense of family and a home away from home. Greek life has truly shaped my experience at Centenary.”

Ammiee Brown, Shreveport, Louisiana

Get your endorphins pumping.

S P O R T S & I N T R A M U R A L S

Develop your potential as an athlete on one of our 16 NCAA Division III teams. Compete for campus bragging rights alongside your friends by playing in an intramural league.

Flourish in your medium.

P E R F O R M I N G A N D V I S U A L A R T S

Under the direction of world-class mentors, you can immerse yourself in a vibrant artistic community both on and off campus.

Studio Art major Nolan Simmons has thrived under the guidance of Professor Bruce Allen. The pair have spent two summers in Wyoming together, working the annual Cheyenne Frontier Days Western Art Show. While not in the Wild West, Simmons has had the opportunity to showcase his artwork in an exhibit at a local gallery.

O R G A N I Z A T I O N S

ACADEMIC

Centenary Neuroscience Society

Chemistry Club

Pre-Law society

Physics Club

Psychology Club

ATHLETIC

Cycling and Triathlon Club

Fencing Club

Student Athlete Advisory

Committee

GREEK

Chi Omega

Kappa Alpha Order

Kappa Sigma

Sigma Alpha Iota

Tau Kappa Epsilon

Theta Chi

Zeta Tau Alpha

Interfraternity Council

Panhellenic Council

GOVERNMENT

Residence Hall Association

Student Government Association

HONOR SOCIETIES

Alpha Epsilon Delta (Pre-med)

Alpha Psi Omega (Theatre)

Beta Beta Beta (Biology)

Maroon Jackets

National Residence Hall Honorary

Omicron Delta Kappa

Order of Omega (Greek)

Phi Beta Lambda (Business)

Jump inand findyour niche!

MEDIA

Conglomerate Newspaper

Centenary Film Society

KSCL 91.3 FM

Pandora Student Design

Yoncopin Yearbook

PERFORMING AND FINE ARTS

Alan’s Hot Tub (Improv Troupe)

Camerata Choral Group

Centenary College Choir

Centenary Musical Theatre Group

POLITICAL AND

ADVOCACY

College Democrats

College Republicans

Model Arab League

Multicultural Student Association

National Organization for Women

Outreach (LGBTQIA group)

Secular Student Alliance

VOX: Planned Parenthood

PROGRAMMING

AND ACTIVITIES

Centenary Activities Board (CAB)

Residence Hall Councils

Living Learning Communities

World Houses

RELIGIOUS LIFE

Baptist Collegiate Ministry

Canterbury House

Catholic Student Association

Centenary Women United

Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Lighthouse

Religious Life Center

Stepping Stones

United Methodist Student Movement

SERVICE

The BIG Event

International Student Ambassadors

World House Service Day

MLK Service Day

Student/FacultyRatio

8:1

Average Class Size

12

Acceptance to Law School

79%

Acceptance to Medical School

90%

HISTORYFounded in 1825, Centenary College is the oldest

chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi River.

AFFILIATIONCentenary College is affiliated with the United Methodist

Church and is a member of the Associated Colleges

of the South.

STUDENT BODYCentenary students come from 28 states and 7 foreign

countries.

LOCATIONThe Shreveport/Bossier area is located in the northwest

corner of Louisiana near the Texas and Arkansas borders.

The combined population of the metropolitan area is

approximately 393,000.

ACADEMICSFor a full listing of our degrees and

special programs, please visit

centenary.edu/offerings

“I am a music major at Centenary, but for me music is a way of life, not just what I study. I am proud to be a part of the Centenary College Choir and the choral ensemble, Camerata. I have found my community as a member of these groups, and am grateful that Centenary allows me to live this awesome experience.”

Timothy McCoyShreveport, Louisiana

Office of Admission 2911 Centenary BoulevardShreveport, Louisiana 71104

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