Mark Putnam, Central College President

Peace and Hospitality

To be at peace in the company of those we love is the most human of conditions and the one thing we desire most.

Apr 13, 2022

Jim Danks and family

In Memoriam: Jim Danks ’64

After more than 60 years of commitment and service to Central College, Jim Danks ’64 died Nov. 14, 2021, in Pella.

Apr 13, 2022

Marlyn Klimstra ’50 and President Mark Putnam

In Memoriam: Marlyn Grant Klimstra ’50

Marlyn Klimstra ’50, Trustee Emeritus at Central College, died Jan. 21, 2022, in Pella, Iowa. He was 95.

Apr 13, 2022

Tom Johnson, vice president for finance and administration/treasurer,

Tom Johnson Retires From Central College

Tom Johnson, vice president for finance and administration/treasurer, is set to retire in April 2022.

Apr 13, 2022

Gagliardi Trophy-winning Central quarterback Blaine Hawkins ’21 shares some final words with the AFCA Division III Coach of the Year Jeff McMartin ’90 before taking the field for Central’s NCAA Division III football playoff game with Wheaton College (Ill.) Nov. 27.

Athletics Updates – Spring 2022

Read the Spring 2022 wrap-up for Dutch athletics.

Apr 13, 2022

Group photo of BIPOC+ Coalition

Around the Pond – Spring 2022

Read up on the latest updates from around Central.

Apr 11, 2022

Cover of Winter 2022 issue.

Letters to the Editor – Spring 2022

Read the latest letters, comments and feedback submitted to Civitas.

Apr 11, 2022

Lisa Schwalenberg Johnson ’07

Life, Love and the Pursuit of Something More

Central College’s tradition of service runs deep. Several Central alumnae share how they discovered their life’s missions and are devoting their lives to the pursuit of something more.

Jan 13, 2022 | 1 Comment

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EntreprenuHER

Dedicated, innovative, perseverant women — you know them. And you work alongside them.

Jan 13, 2022

Members of the Class of 2016 pose at Central College Homecoming 2021

A Love Letter to Central College

Homecoming 2021 reunites and rekindles.

Jan 13, 2022

The 10th NCAA Division III Championship trophy won by a Central women’s team was hoisted in 2003 by softball captains Libby Hysell Carlton ’03, Mary Vande Hoef ’03, Kris Hughes Gardner ’03 and April Miller Hicks ’03 in Salem, Virigina.

An Era of Opportunities

Central College is recognized as a leader in women’s athletics.

Jan 13, 2022 | 1 Comment

Thomas Ross Smith

Life Loves On

The generosity of the Fred Maytag Family Foundation gives Central students the opportunity to learn and grow in STEM fields.

Jan 13, 2022

Taryn Pennington ’13

Representing the U.S. (And Central) In Tokyo

Taryn Pennington ’13, employed by the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, explains health care services for top-tier athletes.

Jan 13, 2022

Mark Putnam, Central College President

Exceeding Expectations and Embracing Opportunities

Too often we are bound by the expectations of others. This is especially true for students completing high school and entering college.

Jan 11, 2022

Central alumni pose for a photo at Homecoming 2021

2021 Homecoming Class Reunions

Check out all the class reunion photos from Central Homecoming 2021!

Jan 12, 2022

Central College Commencement 2021

2021: Where Are They Now?

It’s been less than a year since they graduated, but members of Central’s Class of 2021 are already making their mark in the world.

Jan 13, 2022

Scene from Central College Service Day 2021

Around the Pond – Winter 2022

Read up on the latest updates from around Central.

Jan 11, 2022

The Rokke Family - Amanda, Leah (3.5), Kaylee (5), Jared and Zach (16 months)

Letters to the Editor – Winter 2022

Read the latest letters to the editor submissions.

Jan 11, 2022

The Van Gorp Family

Miss Amazing

Bella from Pella is breaking educational barriers for future students.

Oct 15, 2021

Pioneers of Progress title graphic

Pioneers of Progress

Central College’s liberal arts education has been the catalyst of success since 1853, leading alums like these to break the mold.

Oct 15, 2021

Red and white tulips on Central's campus.

The State of the College

An Annual Report and Honor Roll of Giving for 2020-21.

Oct 15, 2021

Jim Fuller, associate head men’s and women’s track coach (right), Kurtis Brondyke ’11 (center) and Will Daniels ’19 enjoyed the thrill of hearing the words “Central College” announced at events more than once during Olympic Trials this summer.

Hurdling Olympic Dreams

Central grads Will Daniels ’19 and Kurtis Brondyke ’11 compete in decathlon trials.

Oct 15, 2021

Central College President Mark Putnam

Finding Another Gear

We’ve all used the phrase “I’m stuck” when we’re met with a problem we don’t know how to solve. This past year has taught me a lot about getting unstuck and finding another gear.

Oct 15, 2021

Jon Witt

Innovative Academics: Relevant Programs for Today’s World

During the past two years, we’ve dealt with many complex issues — not the least of which was navigating through a global pandemic.

Oct 15, 2021

Paul Poppen

Supporting Social Justice Work

Since he was a young boy, Paul Poppen ’69 knew he was going to attend Central College.

Oct 14, 2021

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