Kathleen Sikkema ’84

Global Impact

Kathleen Sikkema ’84 leads the way in global mental-health research.

Feb 19, 2018 | 2 Comments

Three professors tackle the buzzworthy cryptocurrency.

A Philosopher, a Computer Scientist and an Economist Tackle Bitcoin

Looking at the cryptocurrency Bitcoin from various angles yields insights.

Feb 19, 2018 | 3 Comments

Beer being poured from a tap.

Homegrown Brewers

Whether they are running taprooms, breweries or making their own, these three alumni are brewing their own take on beer and the industry.

Feb 19, 2018

Associate professor of exercise science Pam Richards

An Exercise of the Mind and Body

A look into one professor’s 35-year journey in Central’s exercise science department.

Feb 19, 2018

An internship at British Parliament while studying abroad gave Taylor Broshar ’18 a good foundation for continued learning.

Protecting the Public

An internship leads to research on a pressing issue of national significance.

Feb 19, 2018

Senior Mark Fairley raced to the NCAA Division III Central Region men’s cross country crown and all-America honors.

Fairley Earns Men’s Cross Country All-America Status

Senior Mark Fairley became the sixth Central runner to gain all-America distinction and the fourth since 2013.

Feb 19, 2018

Three Gain All-Conference Women’s Tennis Honors

Seniors Kari Grindberg and Ashley Maley and freshman Karleigh Schilling secured all- Iowa Conference women’s tennis recognition for Central.

Feb 19, 2018

Dutch Second in League Women’s Golf

The Central women’s golf team claimed a pair of tournament titles but came up short in its bid to defend its Iowa Conference title.

Feb 19, 2018

McKinney Gains National Women’s Cross Country Berth

Senior Holly McKinney became Central’s first representative at the NCAA Division III women’s cross country national meet since 2009.

Feb 19, 2018

Game-breaking senior Sam Markham rewrote Central’s football receiving records with 295 career catches.

Football Team Rallies for Second-Place Finish

A season-ending four-game winning streak vaulted the Central football team to second
place in the Iowa Conference and a 7-3 overall mark.

Feb 19, 2018

Students Record Music Videos

Students who are part of ALMA (formerly vocal and instrumental combos) had the chance to record professional music videos.

Feb 19, 2018

Plaque recognizing Sheila Holzworth's support of the newly expanded P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium.

Holzworth Recognized for Forever Dutch Gift

Sheila Holzworth ’85 was formally recognized for her support of the newly expanded P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium.

Feb 19, 2018

Screenshot of the redesigned Alumni website

New Look for Alumni Website

Improved features will keep users better informed about Central news, upcoming events and funding initiatives.

Feb 19, 2018

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

Students walk near the former library (now Lubbers Center for Visual Arts) in the early 1960s.

Through the Arcs of Time

Seen through arcs of time, our great institutions have evolved gradually for a very good reason—in higher education, we tend to protect that which matters most.

Feb 19, 2018

Best Women’s Soccer Mark Ever for Dutch

The ascent continues for Central women’s soccer.

Feb 19, 2018

Promising Season for Men’s Soccer Squad

A good season narrowly missed being great for the Central men’s soccer squad.

Feb 19, 2018

Transition Year Under New Coach for Volleyball Squad

It was a year of adjustment for new coach Jeanne Czipri and the Central volleyball squad.

Feb 19, 2018

Central Scene

Winter on campus is a magical time.

Jan 31, 2018