Tag: "political science"
A Heartfelt Homecoming
After 50 years, Charles “Buck” Rogers ’70 reconnected with Central College, thanks to a helpful push from husband Jack Kelly, in a significant way.
Nov 14, 2024 | 1 Comment
Political Science: Much More than Campaign Trails
Two Central College alumnae share their time working to make the world better with political science degrees.
Jul 14, 2023
Liberal Arts and Management
Study abroad led to an international career for this CEO of a high-tech nonprofit.
May 20, 2020
Next Stop: Kazakhstan
Sarah Frese Nickel ’09 followed her eclectic education into a career in international business.
May 14, 2019
Professor Emeritus George Lauber, Jr.
George Lauber, Jr., associate professor emeritus of sociology/anthropology, died May 6, 2018.
Aug 17, 2018
Protecting the Public
An internship leads to research on a pressing issue of national significance.
Feb 19, 2018
Mock Caucus Prepares Community
Students and community members had the opportunity to learn how to caucus during a non-partisan presentation of a mock caucus in Maytag Student Center Jan. 26.
May 19, 2016
Mock Trial Celebrates 30th Anniversary
Central’s mock trial team celebrated 30 years on May 9 with a reception and dinner.
Aug 18, 2015
Life in the FBI
Tim Bates ’06 works as an FBI special agent, a career that is only sometimes like the movies.
May 28, 2015
30 Years of Mock Trial
One of the first colleges to compete in mock trial, Central now boasts three decades of inspiring performance.
May 22, 2015
It’s Off to Work We Go
With internship opportunities in Chicago and Washington, D.C., Central students can venture off campus for real-life job opportunities—and they gain more than work experience in the process.
Feb 11, 2014
Andrew Green elected president of Iowa political scientists
Andrew Green, associate professor of political science, was elected president-elect of the Iowa Association of Political Scientists for the 2013-14 year.
May 17, 2013
Where are they now?
Bill Julian was a political science professor in the ’70s and ’80s, as well as associate academic dean. His time at Central is fondly remembered—everything from debating marijuana’s legalization to sleeping through a final exam.
Feb 23, 2013 | 2 Comments
Meet the Future
For the November Meet the Pros event, alumni who work for the government returned to campus to meet with future professionals in their field—Central students.
Feb 23, 2013
Writer in a Big Fur Hat
Paul Richardson ’84 is editor of Russian Life magazine and runs Russian Information Services. He has also published a novel about Russia and a collection about running.
Feb 20, 2013
Continental Crossroads
A specialist in Eurasia, Sarah Frese ’09 coordinated the Black Sea Energy and Economic Forum before going on to study Russia and Eastern Europe at Georgetown University.
Nov 27, 2012
Six Degrees of Central
It’s not just the Internet that connects humanity, it’s also the ground we stand on. With more than 18,000 alumni in 15 countries and all 50 states, it’s not surprising that some cross paths—for the first time or after many years apart.
Sep 1, 2012
The Philosopher Candidate
John Hospers ’39 was a college professor one day and a candidate for the nation’s highest office the next.
Sep 1, 2012 | 2 Comments
The People’s Servant
Janie Morrison ’71 works on issues such as food stamps, childcare, Medicare and Medicaid, counseling, veteran’s benefits and loan refinancing in the 33rd district of Illinois.
Sep 1, 2012
The Capitol’s Chief
As chief of staff for Governor Terry Branstad, Jeff Boeyink ’85 is serving a lifelong political hero—as well as the people of Iowa.
Sep 1, 2012
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.
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.
May 8, 2012
