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Central’s Top Stories of 2024

Celebrate the year end with look back at our most popular and most-read stories.

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David Barnes, retired dentist and donor to Central College.

The Ripple Effect from Pella to Central College and Back

David Barnes, retired dentist, helped mentor Central students exploring health majors and now supports students with an endowed scholarship.

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Lori Witt, professor of history, teaching in classroom

Giving Tuesday Provides Big Boost for Student Scholarships at Central

The Central community exceeded goals for the number of donors and dollars raised on Giving Tuesday.

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Central College Christmas Candlelight Concert

Sounds of the Seasons from Central College

‘Tis the season for music to ease you into the holidays with the Central College music program.

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Central College Announces Geisler-Penquite Foundation Scholarship Winners

Central celebrated the latest education majors who received Geisler-Penquite Foundation scholarships.

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Central College Launches New Podcast Series

Central Conversations is a weekly podcast with Central alumni and trustees Harry Smith ’73 and Clay Thompson ’90.

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The late Dan Marburger and his grandson, Miles

Inaugural Grandparent Day Special at Central College Football

Grandparent Day honors the late Dan Marburger ’89.

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Jeff Boeyink

Gifts to Central Support Internships

Central alumnus donates to Central’s internship programs and inspires more donors.

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Brewing Success: Central College Introduces Forever Dutch® Roast

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

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

Central receives largest single gift in college history, $9 million from Geisler-Penquite Foundation.

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