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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.

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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.

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Central College Students Perform in February ALMA Concert

9 Central College students performed in the ALMA Concert on Feb. 21 in the Recital Hall of Cox-Snow Music Center.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2020 Feb 24

Central College Students to Participate In Production of 'Cabaret'

21 Central College students will participate in the production of Kander and Ebb's iconic musical "Cabaret." It runs March 4-8 in Kruidenier Theatre.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2020 Feb 24

Central College Students to Perform with Chamber Singers in Christmas Candlelight Concerts

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Dec 9

Central College Students to Perform with Handbell Choir in Christmas Candlelight Concerts

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Dec 9

Central College Students to Perform with A Cappella Choir in Christmas Candlelight Concerts

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Dec 9

Central College Students to Perform in ALMA Christmas Concert

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Dec 2

Central College Students to Perform in Symphonic Wind Ensemble

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Dec 2

Central College Students to Perform in Flute and Percussion Ensemble

Eight Central College students will perform Dec. 4 in "An Evening of Flute and Percussion" in Douwstra Auditorium.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Dec 2

Central College Students Perform in Jazz Band Concert

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Nov 21

Central College Students Perform in November ALMA Concert

Nine Central College students performed Nov. 6 in the ALMA Concert in Cox-Snow Music Center.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Nov 21

Central College Students Perform in Flying Pans Steel Band Concerts

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Nov 20

Central College Students to Participate In Production of 'Illusions'

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Nov 18

Central College A Cappella Choir Tours Central Iowa

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Nov 7

Central College Students Participate In Production of 'Rumors'

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Oct 16

Central College Students Perform in Steel Pans Concert During Homecoming

29 Central College students performed in the Steel Pans Concert on Sept. 29 in Douwstra Auditorium as part of Homecoming 2019 festivities.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Oct 10

Symphonic Wind Ensemble Performs During Central College's Homecoming

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Oct 10

Central College Students Perform in ALMA Concert During Homecoming

13 Central College students performed in the ALMA Concert on Sept. 27 in Douwstra Auditorium as part of Homecoming 2019 festivities.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Oct 10

Central College A Cappella Choir, Chamber Singers Perform during Homecoming

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.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Oct 10

Central College Students Win Theatre Awards

Central College's Theatre Department was honored earlier this year with 10 awards at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival Region 5 event in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Three current students took home awards for their work on "Blithe Spirit."
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 May 3

Central College A Cappella Choir Heads Out on Midwest Tour

54 Central College students will perform with the A Cappella Choir on its Midwest Tour that will make nine stops over six days from May 20-26 in Southern Iowa and the Kansas City area.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Apr 29

Central Seniors to Showcase Art Projects

Four Central College students will present their final art projects during the Senior Thesis Exhibit beginning Wednesday, April 24, at the Mills Gallery in the Lubbers Center for Visual Arts. The senior exhibit runs through Friday, May 10, and features works by Danielle Eisentrager, Katelyn Gorrell, Catalina Valdez and Hannah Van Weelden.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Apr 18

Central College A Cappella Choir Performs Pre-Tour Concert

62 Central College students in the A Cappella Choir will take part in its Pre-Tour Concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 12, in Douwstra Auditorium. The choir will perform to launch its Midwest Tour that will make six stops from May 20-26 in the Kansas City area. The event is free and open to the public.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Apr 16

Central Students to Perform in Flute Ensemble Recital

Six Central College students will perform in the Flute Ensemble Recital at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, in the Chapel on Central's campus.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Apr 12

Central Students to Perform in Symphonic Wind Ensemble

35 Central College students will perform in the Symphonic Wind Ensemble at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 28, in Douwstra Auditorium.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Apr 12

Central Students to Perform in Percussion Extravaganza

20 Central College students are part of the Percussion Extravaganza at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27 in Douwstra Auditorium. Scheduled to perform are the Percussion Ensemble, Flying Pans Steel Band and the Dutch Boom.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Apr 11

Central Students to Perform in ALMA Concert

Six Central College students will perform in the ALMA Concert set for 8 p.m. Friday, April 26, in the Cox-Snow Music Center.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Apr 11

Central Students to Perform in Concerto Aria Concert

12 Central College students, as part of the College Community Orchestra, will perform in the Concerto Aria Concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, April 14, in Douwstra Auditorium.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Mar 22

Central Students to Perform in "Night of Broadway"

30 Central College students will perform in "Night of Broadway," an evening of Brodway's greatest solos and ensembles, at 7 p.m. Monday, April 15, in Douwstra Auditorium.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Mar 21

Central College Students Participate in Rock-A-Pella

61 Central College students are taking part in Rock-A-Pella, the A Cappella Choir's annual fundraiser, at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at Cox-Snow Music Center.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Mar 21

Students to Perform in Jazz Band Concert

10 Central College students will perform in the Jazz Band Concert on April 12 in Cox-Snow Music Center.
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Drama, Artistic, or Musical Achievement - 2019 Mar 20
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