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Central College Wins Three Best of District VI CASE Awards

Central College received three Best of District VI awards from the Midwest Division of the Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE) for communications and marketing content produced in 2025.

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Central College’s Season of Gratitude to Bring Service Work to Surrounding Community

This year, members of the Central community will focus on providing winter necessities for those in need, while spreading kindness to our neighbors on and off campus.

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The latest Geisler-Penquite Scholars, from left, front row: Gabriel Gates, Peyton Madison, Paige Davis, Faith Roozeboom, Emily Blom, Madilyn Rowson, Grace Osthus. Second row, from left: Jacob Gudith, Taryn Ryan, Rachel Bowers, Emma Klosterman, Haydn Little, Andrew Mahaffey, Brianna VanGroll. Not pictured: Meleah Fesler.

Central College Announces Geisler-Penquite Scholarship Recipients

15 education students have been awarded Geisler-Penquite Scholarships in 2026. Each student will receive $5,000 for each remaining year of their undergraduate academic career.

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Heather Lynch stands in front of penguins near a Cliff in Antarctica

In the Field with Harry Smith and Heather Lynch: Penguins of Antarctica

In the Field with Harry Smith and Heather Lynch, ecologist, will be Tuesday, Oct. 6.

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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 Opens Online Courses to Community Members and Students

Central is expanding access to online courses for the community and students.

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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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