Volleyball team makes late surge

Entering the Iowa Conference tourney as the No. 5 seed, the Central volleyball team made some late noise.

Feb 16, 2012

Director named for entrepreneurship program

The Martin Heerema Entrepreneur-ship Program features newly designed courses in entrepreneurship and experiential learning on and off campus.

Feb 16, 2012

Wandering Around the World

Not all those who wander are lost. Brian Cretin ’99 is spending at least nine months traveling. His only plan: see the earth’s best places.

Feb 16, 2012 | 1 Comment

Lady Leader: 10 Ways to Play in Big Boy Business

Alida Droppert, assistant professor of education, reviews “Lady Leader” by Mary Stier, who came to campus in the fall to talk about women’s leadership.

Feb 16, 2012

In a Photographer’s Shoes

Senior Taylor Schuelke is spending a semester in D.C. interning with a production company and focusing on her photographic artwork.

Dec 7, 2011

A Tour of Techniques

Senior Heidi Sartorius explored alternative physical therapy methods in Germany, Austria and Switzerland.

Dec 5, 2011 | 1 Comment

The Definition of Whirlwind

Ann Wilkinson, instructor of theatre, made a name for herself in Los Angeles before finding her way to Pella.

Nov 28, 2011

Central Grad on the Hill

Erinn Lauterbach ’09 works with Rep. Bruce Braley in Washington, D.C.

Nov 25, 2011

Central Market leaves trays behind

At Central Market, students can choose to place meals on new smaller trays or use the brightly colored Fiesta plates.

Nov 25, 2011

Athletics Hall of Honor inductees

Three star athletes who went on to careers of distinction in collegiate teaching and coaching are the newest inductees in the Central College Athletics Hall of Honor.

Nov 25, 2011

Ryan Rumery

The Sound and Music

A sound designer and composer, Ryan Rumery has made a name for himself working in theatre productions in New York City and beyond.

Oct 19, 2011 | 3 Comments

Vince and Denise with their sons V.J. and Devin, both Central students

The Prognosis is Good

After a campus visit with their son, two Des Moines doctors realized how a Central liberal arts education develops stand-out medical professionals.

Oct 12, 2011 | 3 Comments

Taking a Swing

Shane Nelson ‘11 is fulfilling his dream of working in professional baseball.

Sep 22, 2011

"Freedom" Hanbound leather book 11 x 16 x 6"--Paper, leather, metal, found objects, wood--$575

Lost and Found

Gena Ollendieck ’91 creates artwork out of discarded objects and vintage photos. Her pieces evoke a mixture of deep nostalgia and bright optimism that fascinates the contemporary art world.

Aug 31, 2011 | 2 Comments

What’s Eating Our Economy?

Dr. Brian Peterson, associate professor of economics, talks about the annual deficit, the national debt and how we can climb out of the hole.

Aug 24, 2011 | 3 Comments

Moments from a Meaningful Life

Former president Dr. Ken Weller talks about his service in the Navy, his time at Central and his work shaping college education and athletics.

Aug 16, 2011 | 5 Comments

Geisler statue

Five Million for Scholarships

Endowed by the the Geisler Penquite Foundation, the scholarships will be awarded to students accepted into the teacher preparation program at Central.

Aug 8, 2011

Kurtis Brondyke

League Champ Central No. 7 in NCAA Men’s Track

A seventh-place national team finish was just one of many season highlights for Central’s powerhouse men’s track and field squad.

Aug 8, 2011

Mary Stray

New VP for Academic Affairs hired

Mary E. Morton Strey began duties as vice president for academic affairs and dean of the faculty July 1.

Jul 28, 2011

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