Render of Douwstra Auditorium renovations.

Douwstra Auditorium Renovations Underway

A renovation of historic Douwstra Auditorium began in December 2017, transforming the local landmark into a regional concert hall.

Feb 19, 2018

A grant from the Wellmark Foundation will allow for a kitchen and classroom to be added to the Central garden.

Central Awarded Grant from Wellmark Foundation

A grant from the Wellmark Foundation will allow for a kitchen and classroom to be added to the Central garden.

Feb 19, 2018

Sarah Van Waardhuizen, instructor of music, presented her work related to a theory of teaching during the Chairs’ Conference.

Chairs’ Conference Showcases Faculty Research

Central hosted the 6th annual Chairs’ Conference Sept. 15-16 on campus.

Nov 15, 2017

Twelve new faculty members joined Central College this year—experts in physics, chemistry, music and more.

Central Welcomes 12 Faculty Members

Twelve new faculty members joined Central College this year—experts in physics, chemistry, music and more.

Nov 15, 2017

Every Central Teacher Academy Graduate to Receive Grant

The Bruce and Susan Berical Anderson Education Grant gives a head start to every graduate of Central Teacher Academy (CTA).

Nov 15, 2017

Central Hosts Renowned Speakers and Conferences

Central hosted several conferences and speakers early in the fall semester.

Nov 15, 2017

Tej Dhawan '91

Tej Dhawan Named Central Board Chair-Elect

Dhawan will succeed current board chair Lanny Little July 1, 2018.

Aug 17, 2017

Central students planting a tree as part of Service Day.

Central Gives Back on Service Day

Students, faculty and staff participated in more than 70 local service projects during Service Day.

Aug 17, 2017

Solar panels on the Roe Center

Kids’ Camps Explore Sustainable Food, Energy

Central hosted two sustainability day camps this summer.

Aug 17, 2017

Seven students traveled to Costa Rica as part of Central’s newest research program. Back row: Ryan Kruse ’18, Macin Harvey ’19, Caitlyn Champ ’19, Huma Liptak ’17, assistant professor of exercise science Sara Shuger Fox, lecturer of Spanish Oscar Reynaga. Front row: Lauren Vahlcamp ’19, Lauren Moll ‘20 and a local student.

Professors Launch Costa Rica Research Program

Students pursued research in environmental law, nutrition and health, family cultures, bee diversity and Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

Aug 17, 2017

Geisler Library Renovation

Renovations to Geisler Library transformed the Center for Global Experiential Learning.

Aug 17, 2017

Those celebrating the Vienna program included Vienna director Ruth Verweijen, associate dean for global education Lyn Isaacson and co-director of the Vienna program Michaela Maschek.

Vienna 50th Anniversary

Central’s study abroad program in Vienna marked its 50th anniversary May 18.

Aug 17, 2017

Don Morrison

Don Morrison Retires After 24 Years

Morrison raised millions of dollars of support for Central during his career.

Aug 17, 2017

Harry Smith interviewed Jaime Miranda on campus.

Wrestler Miranda in National Spotlight

Senior Jaime Miranda’s story of perseverance lands him in the media spotlight.

May 23, 2017

President Mark Putnam and Graham Lemke.

Graham Lemke Installed as Butler Chair

Professor of finance Graham Lemke was installed as the Donald T. Butler Endowed Chair.

May 22, 2017

Chad Ray

Three Faculty Members Retire

Three longtime Central faculty members retired this spring.

May 22, 2017

Big Red and students taking a selfie in the phone booth.

Hoo-rah! Day

Hoo-rah! Day celebrated Central pride with on-campus events and social media posts.

May 22, 2017

Left to right: Doyle Monsma, Michelle Wilkie, Sunny Eighmy and Kevin Stittsworth.
The MUCH event offered students an opportunity to hear from peers and present their own ideas.

Central Hosts Midwest Humanities Meeting

The Midwest Undergraduate Conference in the Humanities (MUCH) took place Nov. 12.

Feb 14, 2017

Peter Keating of ESPN The Magazine spoke to students about data and sports.

Central Hosts Midwest Sports Analytics Meeting

The conference featured sports analytics research presentations, networking and a keynote presentation.

Feb 14, 2017

Eighmy ’99 Takes on New Role

Sunny Eighmy ’99 was appointed interim vice president for advancement.

Nov 15, 2016

Central Hosts New Kids’ Camp

Kids learned about food preparation and sourcing on campus.

Nov 15, 2016

$550K Gift Supports Further Maytag Renovations

The Fred Maytag Family Foundation provided funding for further renovations to the Maytag Student Center.

Nov 15, 2016

Central Adds Nine Faculty Members

Nine new faculty members joined Central this fall.

Nov 15, 2016

Bade ’09 Named Adviser of the Year

Bade was chosen for her advising work, genuine support and extraordinary impact on students.

Nov 15, 2016

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