Summer at Mar-a-Lago
The opinions expressed in this article are the author’s own and not representative of The Conglomerate or Centenary College as an institution. Former President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, is quite infamous for his jarring presence on social media and frequent headlining in the press.
History of the Campus Cats Part One
Almost anyone who’s stepped onto Centenary’s campus, specifically around the Caf deck or the Admissions building, has likely seen some of Centenary’s most beloved residents: the campus cats.
CIP Student Gets Left Behind in France, “Goes Full Home Alone”
Centenary in Paris, the most popular of Centenary traditions, just finished up the program’s 2022 trip with enthusiasm. New Centenary students were given the opportunity to explore the streets of Paris, undoubtedly making lifelong bonds with their peers and procrastinating their assignments in equal measures.
Essays That Never Got Written In Paris, May 2022:But Should and Could Have Been
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Paris is Always a Good Idea
Having just returned this past week from taking Centenary students to Paris, where I celebrated the 20th anniversary of my “Americans in Paris: The Quest for the Good Life” May Module, it’s natural to reflect a bit about “Why Paris?” and what is “The Good Life?” and why have I done this since 2002 (with a respite under Covid)?
Vegetarians in Paris
Eating as a vegetarian can be difficult if you aren’t cooking for yourself. You’d think it’s easy, just don’t add meat!
This Isn't Your Typical Travel Guide
For my module, I chose to return to Paris, France, to experience “The Good Life” with Dr. Hendricks and some of my best friends. Besides a few hiccups, the entire trip was amazing, but I couldn’t help but feel some guilt about going so soon after a traumatic event transpired in our country once again.
Letters from Paris
Hello, I write you, while I’m in the “City of Love” without you—my love. There are so many moments and experiences that I wish that I could have shared with you today.
Why You Should Be Reading YA Lit
At a glance, young adult (YA) literature is easy to make fun of. YA books are known for playing into tropes, shallow dialogue, and predictable plots.
How to Study for Finals without Losing your Mind
Finals are coming up and they can be a pretty stressful time. Luckily, I, your knight and shining armor am here to save the day.
MISC BS: Dimension Hopping at the Dance
Well, DPS has miraculously done it again! The sorority sister who was reported missing at the Chi Omega formal--after allegedly leaving to move her car--has been found in stable condition.
Centenary to Debut a Culinary Arts Program in 2023
To many Centenary students in recent months, it is no secret that the college is changing. From new dorms to the renovations to the FIT, there are a lot of controversial changes occurring on campus, and they aren’t going away anytime soon.
The Real Scoop on the Freshman Who (Allegedly) Perished in the Tunnel
Following the flooding of the Crumley Garden Professorial Offices due to the malfunction of a snow machine on the set of Snow-pocalypse Gone Wrong, the campus community applauded CRAB’s wise decision to renovate the tunnel between Mickle I and the library into the new Steve Shelburne Memorial Department of Ancient and Modern Languages. The plan called for a complete transformation of the dank, dim space into a wing of offices for those who once resided on the third floor of the Jackson Welcome Center.
A Disney Adult’s Perspective on Controversy
As a kid, I only ever went to Disney for vacations. I am definitely not complaining, simply stating a fact.
Music School Critique
This article is not meant to discredit the hard work and dedication of the Hurley faculty, as many of them are constantly supportive of our academics and well-being. There is a high level of inconsistency though, which makes this situation even more frustrating to many of the students.
Patriarchy Psychology: Women aren’t a Monolith
As March is Women’s History Month, we should all be thinking a bit more about the way women experience the world and the different challenges they face. Some of these challenges are outwardly apparent, but some of these challenges are experienced internally.
C.R.A.B. Looking to Hire 102 Extras from Centenary Faculty/Staff
The movie industry’s newest summer blockbuster is looking to film right here at Centenary. Incited by Shreveport’s renewed interest in film, culture, and providing excellent tax breaks—the city has been the site of some of indie’s greatest occult classics throughout the years…Vampires Suck (2010), Butter (2011), and Shark Night 3D (2011).
Show No Fear: How to Email Your Professor Without Freaking Out
Picture this: it’s 3:00 p.m., and you have a paper due in seven hours that you haven’t started. You desperately need an extension until tomorrow.