10 Central College students participated in Language and Culture in the Yucatan Peninsula in Merida, Mexico, from Jan. 2-13. The one-credit study abroad course is open to all Spanish language levels and immerses students culturally and linguistically in classes and homestays. The curriculum weaves topics such as immigration, health care, tourism, history and business practices into daily lessons. Students develop an appreciation for the history, culture and customs of the Yucatan.

33 Central College students are participating in an internship during the Spring 2020 semester.

Lexie Patton, a former student at Central College, completed a summer and fall internship with Grinnell Mutual that led to a full-time position upon graduation. Patton started in December as a personal lines claims adjustor at Grinnell Mutual in Grinnell, Iowa. Patton graduated in December 2019 with majors in business management and accounting.

More than 350 students were named to the Central College dean's list for Fall 2019. The honor is awarded to full-time students who achieve a 3.5 GPA or higher on a 4.0 scale while taking 12 or more graded credit hours for the semester.

Central College students Megan Beuter and Savanna Henning presented a research project titled "Interfaith Engagement for Climate Action and Advocacy" during the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Ed Conference and Expo last semester in Spokane, Washington.

Central College students Elizabeth Sheldon and Lexi Engen presented a research project titled "Native Bee Conservation: Bridging the Gap Between Research, Sustainability, and Educating the Public" during the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Ed Conference and Expo last semester in Spokane, Washington.

Cameron Coles, a sophomore at Central College, is a recipient of the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, which enables students to study or intern abroad. Coles, of Farley, Iowa, will study in Wales this semester.

44 Central College students are participating this week in the college's new Career Kickstarter program, a free, one-week program offered during winter break that offers micro-internship opportunities and the opportunity to explore potential career paths.

20 Central College students participated in a weeklong mission trip over winter break to Mission, Texas. While there, they partnered with a local church and built two homes for families in need. Students also spent time in worship, attended a local church, put on a community carnival and took part in other outreach activities. The theme of the week was "All In."

Four Central College students gave their Senior Thesis presentations as they prepare to graduate.

22 Central College students will perform with the Chamber Singers in the 45th annual Christmas Candlelight Concerts. The Chamber Singers will join the A Cappella Choir, Orchestra and Handbell Choir for performances at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, and Saturday, Dec. 14, on the Hoekstra Family Stage in Douwstra Auditorium.

15 Central College students will perform with the Handbell Choir in the 45th annual Christmas Candlelight Concerts. The Handbell Choir will join the A Cappella Choir, Chamber Singers and Orchestra for performances at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, and Saturday, Dec. 14, on the Hoekstra Family Stage in Douwstra Auditorium.

50 Central College students will perform as part of the A Cappella Choir in the 45th annual Christmas Candlelight Concerts. The A Cappella Choir will perform at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Des Moines. The group then will join the Chamber Singers, Orchestra and Handbells for performances at 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13, and Saturday, Dec. 14, on the Hoekstra Family Stage in historic Douwstra Auditorium.

14 Central College students will perform in the ALMA Christmas Concert at 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 11, in Cox-Snow Music Center. Rusty Johnson, a saxophonist and 2003 Central alum, will be a guest artist.

32 Central College students will perform with the Symphonic Wind Ensemble during its holiday performance of Alfred Reed's "Russian Christmas Music" at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, on the Hoekstra Family Stage in Douwstra Auditorium.

Eight Central College students will perform Dec. 4 in "An Evening of Flute and Percussion" in Douwstra Auditorium.

11 Central College students performed Nov. 15 in the Jazz Band Concert in Cox-Snow Music Center. The performance also featured New York City guest artist Thana Alexa.

Nine Central College students performed Nov. 6 in the ALMA Concert in Cox-Snow Music Center.

29 students are members of the Flying Pans Steel Band at Central College. The group performed its "Steel Graffiti" show Nov. 1-3 in Douwstra Auditorium and will perform its "Caribbean Christmas" show at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7, in the Vermeer Banquet Room of Graham Conference Center.

Eight Central College students will participate in the production of Ivan Viripaev's dark comedy "Illusions." The play runs Nov. 19-23 in Mr. B Studio in the Kruidenier Theatre.

53 Central College students will perform with the A Cappella Choir on its Central Iowa tour that will make four stops over three days from Nov. 8-10. Several performances are free and open to the public.

12 Central College students participated in an Economics, Accounting and Business Management (EAM) trip Oct. 24-26 to Chicago. The students made site visits to Chicago Transit Authority, Walgreens' corporate headquarters and ABN AMRO Clearing.

12 Central College students participated in the production of Neil Simon's hilarious farce "Rumors." The play ran Oct. 2-5 in the Kruidenier Theatre.

Five Central College students attended the 17th World Summit of Nobel Peace Laureates, which was held Sept. 19-22 in Merida, Mexico.

29 Central College students performed in the Steel Pans Concert on Sept. 29 in Douwstra Auditorium as part of Homecoming 2019 festivities.

33 Central College students took part in the Symphonic Wind Ensemble's performance on Sept. 29 in Douwstra Auditorium as part of Homecoming 2019 festivities.

13 Central College students performed in the ALMA Concert on Sept. 27 in Douwstra Auditorium as part of Homecoming 2019 festivities.

49 Central College students took part in a concert by the A Cappella Choir and Chamber Singers on Sept. 28 in Douwstra Auditorium as part of Homecoming 2019 festivities.

Central College is proud to announce this year's recipients of full-tuition Kuyper Scholarships and Rolscreen Scholarships, the most prestigious awards granted at the college.

Central College has announced that 16 students who studied abroad in the Spring 2019 semester have earned spots on the dean's list. The honor is awarded to full-time students who achieve a 3.5 grade point average or higher on a 4.0 scale while taking 12 or more graded credit hours for the semester.