Centenary College of Louisiana Dean of Women
Biography
The Dean of Women at Centenary College of Louisiana was an administrative position that existed
from approximately 1923 to 1974. The Dean of Women was responsible for overseeing women’s
housing on campus, sororities, Maroon Jackets, and maintaining a roster for each organization
connected with the college. The Dean of Women also coordinated the annual honors chapel, which
recognized students for achievement in academic and athletic fields. In spring 1974, Centenary
rearranged the Student Services branch of administration which eliminated the position of Dean of
Women and replaced it with the Assistant Dean of Students.
Dean of Women and their years of service: Mabel Campbell (approximately 1923-1948), Katherine
Turner (approximately 1948-1955), Betty McKnight (acting Dean of Women 1956), Lenore Rees
(1957-1959), Helen Lineberger (1960-1961), Julia Packwood (1962-1965), and Shirley Baird
Rawlinson (1966-1974).
Found in 1 Collection or Record:
Dean of Women office records
This collection consists of office records created and maintained by the Dean of Women at Centenary College of Louisiana. It includes files documenting student awards presented at the annual Honors Chapel (1948-1967). Also included are files on student organizations: Maroon Jackets (1931-1961) and organization rosters (1960-1972).