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Central College Hosts Public Forum Aug. 3

Public invited to learn about urban renewal plan with Central.

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A World of Good campaign exceeds original $50 million fundraising goal

Central reached its $50 million goal — transforming opportunities for its students.

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A Quiet Gift, A Transformed Stage: Linda Glendening’s Legacy Lives On In Cox-Snow Recital Hall

The transformation of the Linda K. Glendening Recital Hall touches nearly every corner of the space.

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Central Art Student Designs Medallion for Inaugural Marburger Leadership Institute Fellows

The institute doesn’t just honor Dan Marburger. It carries out his mission.

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Central College Announces 2026-2027 Top Scholars

Central announces its full-tuition scholarship recipients for the incoming Class of 2030.

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Faculty Awards Announced

Central celebrated outstanding faculty during an awards night.

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Central Commencement Moves into P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium

2026 Commencement ceremony shifts inside the P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium.

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Joe Brummel sitting on a building edge, during construction.

A Blessing to One Who Cared and Served Graciously

Central’s Chaplain Joe Brummel to retire after 26 years.

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Kate Nesbit

Central Professor Awarded Two Library Fellowships for Project on Victorian Sound Alerts

Kate Nesbit was granted two fellowships for research into her new book, Victorian Alerts.

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Students share in the Hoo-Rah Day celebrations. From left, Katelyn Freeman ’26, Castle Rock, Colorado, Riley Packer ’26, Erie, Illinois, and Estella Allen ’28, Newton, Iowa.

Hoo-Rah Day Raises Funds for Central College Students and Programs

Central community shows generosity and support during Hoo-Rah Day.

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