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Central College alumnus Jeff Boeyink, Class of 1985, donates to Central’s internship programs.

Gifts to Central College Support Internships

College internships jumpstart many professional careers and Central College believes these are important to post-graduation success. Central students gain real-world experience, professional networks, practical application of knowledge and skills learn...

Oct 3, 2024, 4:42pm EDT

Central’s music programs offer a variety of concert events for the public in October.

Music Concerts from Central College

Central College will host several music performances open to the public. The Flying Pans Alumni Steel Band will perform Homecoming weekend, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the band's AeroSteel concert. It will highlight much of the same Aerosmith ...

Oct 2, 2024, 2:01pm EDT

The Mills Gallery features the works of Stina Joy Henslee through Friday, Oct. 18. Two of her many pieces are Ecclesiastes 7:26 and Revelations 19:7.

Mills Gallery Features Stina Joy Henslee Art Exhibit

Central College welcomes the works of Stina Joy Henslee, mixed media artist and graphic designer, to the Mills Gallery. The exhibit is on display Wednesday, Sept. 25, through Friday, Oct. 18. An artist's reception will be 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 17. Hen...

Sep 30, 2024, 12:34pm EDT

Central College students will perform “A Body of Water” as an all-student-produced play. Directing the play are Amelia Brown ’25, Emily Shields ’25 and Brooklynn Cassens ’25.

'A Body of Water' Performance Set for Oct. 3-6

Central College's theatre program will present an all-student-produced play, "A Body of Water," by Lee Blessing. The performances will be at 7 p.m. Oct. 3-5, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6, in Kruidenier Theatre. The performance is free and runs approximate...

Sep 26, 2024, 10:27am EDT

Explore creative writing and memories in a two-part Central Red program.

Central RED to Offer a Two-part Exploratory Writing Program

The Central RED Society will host a two-part presentation "Memory and Self-Discovery: A Hands-on Introduction to Exploratory Writing," with Dan Weeks, a retired book and magazine editor, Tuesday, Oct. 8, and Tuesday, Oct. 15. Dinner will be served at ...

Sep 25, 2024, 1:22pm EDT

Matt Sutter to lead the Entrepreneur Speakers Series that begins 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 3, at Central College, and welcomes the public.

Entrepreneur Speaker Series Begins Oct. 3 at Central College

The Central College Entrepreneur Speaker Series offers community members and students insights, tips and practice for business concepts and investor pitches. The six-week speaker and workshop series is hosted by Matt Sutter, lecturer of accounting and ...

Sep 24, 2024, 12:20pm EDT

Perk up and smell the new Forever Dutch® Roast coffee introduced by Central College.

Brewing Success: Central College Introduces Forever Dutch Roast

In step with the Dutch's love for coffee, Central College launched a new brew, Forever Dutch Roast, in partnership with Iris Coffee Company in Pella. Forever Dutch Roast is a medium roast coffee roasted at Iris Coffee Company in Pella, Iowa. The beans...

Sep 23, 2024, 10:39am EDT

Central College students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members will participate in Service Day volunteering in community organizations. Chris Ver Heul volunteered at the Union Street Players theater in 2023.

Central College Service Day Set for Oct. 2

Service learning continues to be a core aspect of a Central College education. This year's Service Day, set for Wednesday, Oct. 2, invites not only students, faculty, and staff but also alumni and the public to participate. "Service Day helps instill ...

Sep 20, 2024, 2:00pm EDT

Geisler-Penquite Foundation awards $9 million to Central College. From left: Michelle Wilkie, Noreen Otto, John Roslien, Sheri Timmer Roslien ’88, Gary Timmer ’55, Maurine Timmer, Dan Skokan, Eric Sickler ’83, Jen Diers, Mark Putnam

Geisler-Penquite Foundation Announces $9 Million Gift to Central College

The Geisler-Penquite Foundation awards more than $9 million to Central College, the largest single gift to Central in the college's history. "With deep appreciation, we celebrate the Geisler-Penquite Foundation for this transformative gift. We are gra...

Sep 20, 2024, 11:21am EDT

The first day of school on Central College’s campus is filled with excitement.

Central College Exceeds Fundraising Challenge Goal

Central College burst into the new academic year with a record-breaking Journey 48-Hour Challenge fundraiser. During the challenge running Aug. 27 to 29, the Central family raised $176,703 for student scholarships. "We are honored and awed by the trem...

Sep 16, 2024, 1:32pm EDT

About Central College

Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private college known for its active student body, academic rigor and athletics success. Our students learn collaboratively with supportive educators who share a commitment to intellectual engagement, personal growth, career readiness and civic involvement. Founded in 1853 and shaped by its Christian heritage, the college of 1,100 students participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the American Rivers Conference. Central is an active part of the Greater Des Moines region and just minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa’s largest lake.