Spring 2012 Issue
Past Issues
Baseball title for the Dutch
Athletics
Ending a 64-year drought, Central pulled a surprise by rolling to an outright Iowa Conference baseball crown.
Larry Happel '81
September 1, 2012
Iowans in a Mayan Land
Jim Schulze, professor emeritus of psychology, and Lisa Rock ’87 explore modern Mayan and Mexican life while arranging homestays for Central College students.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
May 11, 2012 | 3 Comments
Yes We Can
Families face developmental disabilities, learning their own strengths and their capacity for joy.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
May 9, 2012 | 1 Comment
Growing Modern
In Iowa, agriculture has a deep and rich history that speaks to people’s hearts. But it can be a double-edged sword—leading to unfair stereotypes.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
May 9, 2012 | 2 Comments
Centered on Service
After earning her degree in her 40s, Cheri Trout Doane ’98 has piloted Central’s Center for Community-Based Learning for 14 years, building relationships that serve the community and offer students real-world learning.
Shane Hallengren '11
May 9, 2012 | 2 Comments
Ask an alum: Will a cure for cancer ever be discovered?
Rick Ryan ’70, former vice president of drug discovery and development at Millipore, says the answer is complicated.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
May 9, 2012
Dancing to Make a Difference
Parting Shot
This year, seniors Megan Gray and Emily Sullivan gave their time to organize Central’s Dance Marathon, part of a nationwide effort to raise money and awareness for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
Shane Hallengren '11
May 9, 2012
Dorenkamp to retire as athletics director
Athletics
After 14 years of serving to enhance the Central College athletics legacy he helped create as a standout student-athlete, Al Dorenkamp ’75 will retire as athletics director in June.
Larry Happel '81
May 9, 2012
Larson and Wilson earn All-America indoor track status
Athletics
Continuing Central’s powerful tradition in the multi-events, senior Caitlin Wilson and freshman Eric Larson each earned all-America distinction at the NCAA Division III indoor track and field championships.
Larry Happel '81
May 9, 2012
Central wrestlers continue climb
Athletics
The steady ascent continues for the Central wrestling squad and coach Eric Van Kley.
Larry Happel '81
May 9, 2012
Women’s basketball squad begins turnaround
Athletics
Due to tournament play, few college basketball teams get to close their season with a win, but the Dutch women’s squad did so in buzzer-beating fashion.
Larry Happel '81
May 9, 2012
11-game win streak carries men’s basketball team
Athletics
All-Iowa Conference guard Demarco Turner helped Central to a surprising
18-8 season.
Larry Happel '81
May 9, 2012
To the Very Limits
In the mountains, the jungle and the library, alumni turn fever dreams into life-changing routines.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
May 8, 2012 | 1 Comment
Brazilian Jazz in Pella
Gabriel Espinosa collaborated with harmonica virtuoso Hendrik Meurkens for the album “Celebrando”
Rachel Vogel Quinn
May 8, 2012
Mock trial competes at national semifinal
Central’s nine-member squad received an at-large bid to the ORC following regional competition and faced off against 23 teams from across the nation.
Shane Hallengren '11
May 8, 2012
Commencement and baccalaureate speakers
Dr. Kathleen Sikkema and the Rev. Wes Granberg-Michaelson are leaders in their respective fields and represent major priorities for Central: the health sciences and religious tolerance and fellowship.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
May 8, 2012
Harry and Rosemary Wong visit
Both former teachers, Harry and Rosemary Wong are a highly sought-after speaking duo, having delivered more than 3,500 presentations on education across the globe.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
May 8, 2012
Integrated Learning
President's Corner
Faculty time with students is messy and inefficient. But for transformative education, it’s incredibly effective.
Mark Putnam, Central College President
May 8, 2012 | 1 Comment
Party Fit for a President
Jenae Jenison ‘11 didn’t waste any time getting involved in big things. Just weeks after graduating, she played a significant part in planning the Iowa visit of the Chinese heir apparent, Vice President Xi Jinping.
Shane Hallengren '11
May 8, 2012
Where are they now?
Class Notes
Lee Collins was a member of the education faculty from 1979-97. She has continued to make others her focus. Living in Pella, Collins is heavily involved in service work.
Shane Hallengren '11
May 8, 2012
Mr. Vice President, Welcome to our Farm
Natalie Hansen Kimberley ’00 and her family received international attention when they played host to Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping at their family farm in February.
Shane Hallengren '11
May 8, 2012
Hi-Tech in the Heartland
Dallas Hakeman ’68 has faced many changes in agriculture over the years—fancier equipment, urban sprawl and rising land prices. His take: it’s neither good nor bad, just different.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
May 8, 2012 | 1 Comment
Prestigious award for community service
Central College was named a Finalist for the Presidential Award by the Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS). Central was one of only 14 schools in the nation—and the only one in Iowa—awarded the distinction.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
May 8, 2012
Angi’s Gift
Esther Streed’s daughter Angi inspired her years of activism for children with developmental disabilities.
Rachel Vogel Quinn
May 8, 2012 | 1 Comment