Brian Peterson

The Diary of a Class Dean

Brian Peterson shares his experience

Jan 15, 2021

A thoughtful Central community member fitted The Quest, Central’s bronze likeness of Harold Geisler, with a mask while studying and practicing physical distancing on the Peace Mall.

College During Coronavirus

How the Central community is innovating its way through a pandemic.

Nov 16, 2020

2020 Central graduate with "Better Late Than Never" on her mortarboard.

Better Late Than Never

In some ways, this is a story about what wasn’t. There were plans for Homecoming and Commencement and then there was 2020.

Nov 13, 2020

A model of Old Central Hall made by Central Industries shares a tabletop with a photo of student workers posing with cultivators made by the Industries.

The Factory Factor

In 1935, Central College went industrial to help students fund their education.

Nov 13, 2020

A rare color photograph of Paul Metcalf, flight instructor, ready for takeoff.

A Pivot to Pilots

Between Spring 1941 and June 1944, Central taught hundreds to fly for the Army and Navy.

Nov 13, 2020

Klay Bonnstetter, son of Kevin ’05 and Steffanie Bonnstetter.

Central Wants YOU

What takes four years but lasts a lifetime? Membership in the Central family! Here are four ways the alumni office helps you stay connected with the college.

May 20, 2020

This 1957 issue of the “Central College Bulletin” served as that year’s admission brochure. Inside, photo spreads featured all aspects of college life from academics to athletics.

In Our Own Words

How has Central described itself to the world during the past 130 years?

May 20, 2020

Amy Coughenour ’87

Liberal Arts and Management

Study abroad led to an international career for this CEO of a high-tech nonprofit.

May 20, 2020

Director of Career and Professional Development Jessica Klyn de Novelo ’05 (right) meeting with a student.

Connect Four

Lasting relationships open doors between students and alumni.

Feb 14, 2020

President Mark Putnam, center, and Associate Professor of Music Gabriel Espinosa ’79 congratulate Jeremy Vester ’19 following graduation.

Cycle of Generosity Key to Scholarships at Central

With our new annual tuition, scholarships at Central are more important than ever.

Feb 14, 2020

The members of Styx, after Tommy Shaw joined the band, are shown in a 1970s promotional photo, clockwise from far left: Chuck Panozzo, John Panozzo, Dennis DeYoung, Shaw and James "JY" Young.

The Best of Times With Styx and Central’s Most Explosive Concert

Special Guest Editor Kyle Munson ’94 looks back on the band’s 1975 concert in Douwstra.

Feb 14, 2020 | 4 Comments

Karlee Rock Schneider ’15 in the Iowa DCI Crime Lab

CSI: Ankeny

A recent alumna puts her STEM studies to work in Iowa’s crime lab.

Nov 15, 2019 | 1 Comment

Soon transitioning from a major to a pre-professional program. That’s a good thing.

Athletic Training at Central

Soon transitioning from a major to a pre-professional program. That’s a good thing.

Nov 15, 2019

Central College's new tuition: $18,600

Central Leads the Way

The college announces new $18,600 annual tuition.

Nov 14, 2019 | 1 Comment

Taylor Schuelke ’12 rewrites the ’90s cult hit film by finding success as a young film producer.

Reality Doesn’t Bite

Taylor Schuelke ’12 rewrites the ’90s cult hit film by finding success as a young film producer.

Aug 15, 2019

Ed Henning ’20 grew up on a farm near Hartwick, Iowa, population 79. He appreciates he can continue to play both classical violin and football at Central. “Every college you visit, they all say they’re like a family. But Central was the only one that really felt like that,” he says.

A Shining Exception

Central College is incredibly good at something extremely rare: Recruiting and educating rural students as well as their urban counterparts.

Aug 15, 2019 | 1 Comment

Dutch Brigade

Student Organizations

Central students are building the future, one group at a time.

Aug 15, 2019

Mason Muur ’20

Education Central

Through experiences like CTA, Central continues to stand out in preparing tomorrow’s educators.

May 14, 2019

Sara Frese Nickel ’09

Next Stop: Kazakhstan

Sarah Frese Nickel ’09 followed her eclectic education into a career in international business.

May 14, 2019

Peace Mall

A sneak peek at the coming renovations for Central’s biggest landscaping project since the pond.

May 14, 2019

Rob Lindley ’95 wasn’t a standout on the Central College stage. That may be one reason he’s so successful—and so generous-spirited—now.

An Actor and a Gentleman

Rob Lindley ’95 on acting and authenticity.

Feb 8, 2019

Former roommates: Melanie Hopkins ’12 and Abby Lukensmeyer Bobst ’12

Winning the Roommate Lottery

Four pairs of roommates share stories of lasting—and life-altering—friendships.

Feb 8, 2019

Student playing a clarinet at one of Central's music-focused camps.

Camps, Conferences and Clinics

In addition to its regular curriculum, Central plays host to many educational camps and conferences. Here’s a roundup of some of the most popular offerings.

Feb 8, 2019

Five Central graduates celebrated together at the University of Iowa white coat ceremony earlier this year. Left to right: Ashley Radig ’16, Sam Palmer ’17, Abby Fyfe ’18, Nick Lind ’06 and Andie Arthofer ’17.

Health Care: Central Grads’ Top Choice for Grad School

An astounding 58% of Central graduates who go to grad school do so in health-related fields. Why?

Nov 20, 2018

University of Vienna

Having a Ball in Vienna

When studying abroad, the semester you experience is often not the semester you planned. That’s kind of the point.

Nov 18, 2018

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