Centenary Welcomes New Staff Members

LaToya Hemphill has joined the staff as the new assistant director of the Office of Community. Hemphill is a graduate of Louisiana Tech University and received her bachelors in merchandising and consumer affairs with a minor in business administration. She served as the student service coordinator at Blue Cliff College in Shreveport before coming to Centenary. Outside of work, she is an avid music lover with an eclectic taste, listening to everything from jazz to contemporary music. "I am thrilled to be here and a part of the Centenary Community," Hemphill said. "I look forward to getting to know the students, faculty members and staff."

Sara Parrot has been hired as the assistant director of Intercultural Engagement. She holds a bachelor of arts in intercultural studies from Southwest Baptist University. Before coming to Centenary, she spent a semester abroad in the Czech Republic teaching English and learning about the culture. When she is not helping students here at the College, she plays piano and writes music, and is an avid reader of classical literature.