Carol Mendez ’09 helps first-generation students follow her path to college.

The Unbroken Circle

From field worker to two-time-award-winning fifth-grade math teacher, Carol Mendez ’09 embodies the American dream.

Aug 17, 2018

Five students who beat the odds.

Central Strong

Adversity in college should mean too few Instagram likes, too little gas money or no weekend plans. It should not mean life-altering circumstances that require courage, strength and confidence to overcome.

Aug 17, 2018

Sampling senior seminars.

Chocolate, Culture and Capstones

Central students can choose to temper chocolate or temper debates during their final year. Either way, they will enter the real world with ganache—or is that panache?

Aug 17, 2018

Hunter Caspers '18 and Jessie Cassens '18 showing off their diplomas

Commencement 2018

Read the best from 2018’s Commencement address.

Aug 17, 2018

Central College President Mark Putnam poses for a photo with the first two graduates of Central's engineering program.

It’s a Bit Messy

The path to success can get a bit messy. But that’s OK. It’s part of the journey.

Aug 14, 2018

Edna Boot Van Zee '31 and Monica Powers '18

Central DNA

Eighty-five years separates them. Central connects them.

May 23, 2018

Cory McCleary ’18 and Jacob Challen ’18 demonstrate their robotic snow blower.

Degrees of Engineering

Central is where undergraduates become engineers.

May 23, 2018 | 1 Comment

Chris Weaver '10

From Dutch to Dream

Chris Weaver ’10 will put a spell on you.

May 23, 2018

Students at Adulting 101 session.

Adulting 101

Students gain insight into going out into the world on their own.

May 23, 2018

Kathleen Sikkema ’84

Global Impact

Kathleen Sikkema ’84 leads the way in global mental-health research.

Feb 19, 2018 | 2 Comments

Three professors tackle the buzzworthy cryptocurrency.

A Philosopher, a Computer Scientist and an Economist Tackle Bitcoin

Looking at the cryptocurrency Bitcoin from various angles yields insights.

Feb 19, 2018 | 3 Comments

Beer being poured from a tap.

Homegrown Brewers

Whether they are running taprooms, breweries or making their own, these three alumni are brewing their own take on beer and the industry.

Feb 19, 2018

Associate professor of exercise science Pam Richards

An Exercise of the Mind and Body

A look into one professor’s 35-year journey in Central’s exercise science department.

Feb 19, 2018

Jocelyn Engman develops recipes for Pickle Creek Herbs.

Meet the Makers

Central alumni excel in bringing their ideas to life.

Nov 15, 2017

Grand Lemmings John Mitchell ’95 and Troy Den Herder ’92 returned for the 2017 Lemming Race.

Grand Lemmings Unite

Looking back at 40 years of Lemming Races, Grand Lemmings share their stories.

Nov 15, 2017

Oscar Reynaga frequently leads Central students in new international learning opportunities. Lecturer of Spanish since 2007, he is a recipient of Central’s Huffman Award for outstanding support of international education.

Iowa to Anywhere

Oscar Reynaga helps Central students see the world—and each other.

Nov 15, 2017

Left to right: Arlys, Barb, Vera, Lori, Jan, Darlene, Carolin

60 Years of Friendship

1956 alumni use letters and reunions to maintain a special bond.

Aug 17, 2017 | 1 Comment

"Winged Victory"

Central Collection

Campus art encourages a new perspective, celebrates our heritage.

Aug 17, 2017

Prepared to Serve

Central names 2017 Alumni Award recipients.

Aug 17, 2017 | 1 Comment

Frank Friers '71

Finding His Voice

For Frank Friers ’71, attending Central proved life-changing.

May 23, 2017 | 1 Comment

Super Fans!

School spirit is front and center for these Central supporters.

May 23, 2017

Working for Wellness

Alumni thrive in healthcare careers in a variety of fields.

May 23, 2017

Going Beyond

A student-faculty research trip to Scotland opens doors and expands horizons.

May 23, 2017

10 Objects with Stories to Tell

We take a closer look at 10 objects and the stories they tell about the college.

Feb 16, 2017

Kylie Gerstein and assistant professor of sociology Shawn Wick

A Mother’s Life

Shawn Wick and Kylie Gerstein investigate the social influences of pregnancy-related deaths.

Feb 14, 2017

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