C. Denise Marcelle is Alumni of the Month

State Rep. C. Denise Marcelle is our alumni of the month.

Rep. Marcelle is a proud Capitol High School alum who continues to put her best foot forward by doing anything she can to make a positive impact in our community.

Rep. Marcelle has served the community for over 20 years.  She has served as a City-Council member for 2 terms, as well as, currently serving in the capacity of State Representative for District 61.  She is a mother of 2 and grandmother of 11. She has a proven track record for getting bills passed, fighting for the voiceless, and unifying all political parties for the common good of the constituents.

Below are a list of her accomplishments:

• 1977 graduate of Capitol Senior High

• Received a bachelor’s of science in Criminal Justice from Southern University A&M College

•  Attended LSU to become a licensed Notary Public

• LA State Legislature Representative – 61

• Former member of City Council – District 7

• Paralegal & Community Outreach Director for Attorney Gordon McKernan

• Ordained Minister

• Vice-Chair of Visit Baton Rouge Board

• Vice President of Ladies of Purpose

• Vice-Chair of Dumas House Board (COA)

• Chair of EBR Body Camera Committee

• Serves on LA Transportation Committee

• Serves on LA Municipal and Parochial

• Serves on LA Criminal Justice Committee

• Appointed as member of State Body Camera Committee