This Senate resolution honors Centenary College of Louisiana on its bicentennial and recognizes the college's long history and service. The resolution recounts key dates: the College of Louisiana was established on February 18, 1825, and opened to students in January 1826. Centenary College was founded in 1839 in Brandon Springs, Mississippi, and the two institutions merged in 1845 to form Centenary College of Louisiana. The text says the college is the oldest institution of higher learning in the State and the oldest chartered liberal arts college west of the Mississippi River. The resolution notes damage during the Civil War, the college's relocation to Shreveport in 1908, and the 1970 construction of the “Gold Dome.” It also says the college has been nationally ranked, contributes economic and cultural benefits to Northwest Louisiana, and has grown in enrollment and programs during the last decade. The resolution commends the college, recognizes its contributions, and asks the Secretary of the Senate to send an enrolled copy to the college president, the provost, and the Bicentennial Planning Committee. The resolution was submitted on December 11, 2025, by Mr. Kennedy for himself and Mr. Cassidy and was agreed to in the Senate without amendment by unanimous consent.
This is a ceremonial statement from the Senate that honors Centenary College’s 200 years and lists its history and contributions. It does not change college rules, create new programs, or direct funding in the text of the resolution. It asks only that the Senate transmit a copy of the resolution to college leaders and the bicentennial committee.
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The resolution’s text says Centenary College has provided long service in education, generated economic and cultural benefits for Northwest Louisiana, been nationally recognized, and grown its enrollment and programs. The sponsors commend these contributions in celebrating the bicentennial.
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