Steve, Jackson, and Stefanie Perkins

Perkins Pay It Forward

Steve ’01 and Stefanie Bresnahan Perkins ’02 established the Jackson Perkins Education Scholarship in honor of their son, Jackson, who has autism. Through their gift, they wish to give back for the generosity they received in their time at Central.

Nov 8, 2023

Keith Jones at Central softball game

Teachers of the Game

Central College faculty members in coaching ranks highlight athletics’ role in educational process. 

Nov 8, 2023

Hailey Hunter '24 playing at a Central soccer game against Simpson

Looking Beyond

Hailey Hunter ’24 knew there was more for her to do, learn and be at Central College. So, she sought opportunities and pushed herself to look beyond her comfort zone.

Nov 6, 2023

Red puzzle piece with text Engaged to the Core

Engaged to the Core

After more than 20 years, Central College faculty and administration thought it time to look into a new kind of core curriculum.

Nov 6, 2023

Central College Homecoming 2023

2023 Homecoming Class Reunions

Thanks to all who joined us for Homecoming 2023! Check out class reunion photos below, along with other scenes from the Homecoming festivities. Click photos […]

Nov 3, 2023

Jack Walvoord '54 speaking with players at Central basketball game

In Memoriam: Jack Walvoord ’54

Longtime Central College Men’s Basketball Head Coach, Jack Walvoord ’54, passed away in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, June 23, 2023.

Nov 3, 2023

Central College President Mark Putnam

Four Critical Years

Mark Putnam, Central College president, values a four-year college education because it provides opportunity for students to develop the person they will become.

Nov 2, 2023 | 1 Comment

Students and donors at Central's Scholarships Dinner

Scholarship Celebration

Spring 2023 included incredible moments, like the Scholarship Dinner, celebrating the Central College family.

Jul 14, 2023

Central to Leadership: Experience Matters

Joe Eilers ’18 shares the parallels between his time at Central College and now in graduate school at Stanford University.

Jul 14, 2023

Political Science: Much More than Campaign Trails

Two Central College alumnae share their time working to make the world better with political science degrees.

Jul 14, 2023

Bob ’84 and Charity Andeweg

Led to Serve

Bob Andeweg ’84, Sarah Hennesy ’91 and Justin Fletcher ’02 felt called to do more for the good of others.

Jul 14, 2023

Central president Mark Putnam

Reclaiming Civil Discourse

When we see and hear each other enough to really listen, then despite our disagreements, we share one thing in common – we are citizens of the same community.

Jul 14, 2023 | 2 Comments

Joe Pratt at the front of his classroom in China

From China with Love

Joe Pratt ’93 wasn’t always certain where life after Central College would take him, but what started as a casual laundry room conversation transformed into an incredible career halfway across the world.

Jul 14, 2023

Celebrating Hoo-Rah Day

A great day to be Dutch!

Jul 14, 2023

In Memoriam: Delmar Wichhart

Longtime Central employee Delmar Wichhart passed away March 8, 2023, in Pella, Iowa.

Jul 14, 2023

Commencement 2023: Continued Resilience

Storms and mortar boards: The Class of 2023 crosses the stage.

Jul 14, 2023

In Memoriam: Ed Banfield

Ed Banfield, longtime Central College employee, passed away Jan. 20, 2023, in Sun City West, Arizona.

Jul 14, 2023

Adam Gregg

Schipper Stadium To The State Capitol

Adam Gregg ’06 shares his journey from Schipper Stadium to the Iowa Capitol and how he uses the skills he learned every day.

Jul 14, 2023

Thea Lunning '23

For the Love of Sports

Central College students have a lot going on. Thea Lunning ’23 is no stranger to involvement opportunities on campus, and it’s her love for all she does that drives her.

Apr 14, 2023

Graphic of a heart with a red bow

Love Through the Decades

Just like the Central College experience, each Central love story is unique. Small class sizes can lead to all sorts of strong relationships — even marriage!

Apr 14, 2023

Central College Sweethearts

A Dutch Letter is sweet, but a Central love story is even sweeter.

Apr 14, 2023

That’s Curious

An ambition for lifelong learning embraces curiosity, engages in community and explores widely. This is what opens doors for a lifetime.

Apr 14, 2023

Tammy Strawser, lecturer of education, meets with a student in her office.

Heart Work

Central College faculty share details about their courses that teach interpersonal strategies to better cultivate connections.

Apr 14, 2023

Central College welcomed 200 Iowa-based TRIO students to campus for a leadership conference.

Around the Pond – Spring 2023

Read up on the latest updates from around Central.

Apr 14, 2023

Lucas ’16 and Makaye Smith Hamilton ’15 redefining “home” with their children Theodore and Eloise.

Home: Defined

Parting Shot: Lucas ’16 and Makaye Smith Hamilton ’15 redefining “home” with their children.

Apr 14, 2023

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