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Central College Expands Scholarship Options and Offers Scholar Days

High-school seniors who participate in one of Central’s Scholar Days can earn additional scholarships.

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Central College Donors Give $175,000 During 48-Hour Challenge

The first days at Central College welcomed students and energized the 48-Hour Challenge to the support Journey Scholarship Fund.

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Central Receives $480,000 Gift from Geisler Penquite Foundation

The Geisler Penquite Foundation awarded Central a two-part gift totaling $480,000, including scholarships for education majors.

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Giving Tuesday Generates 6-Figures for Central College

The Central College family raised $126,437 through Giving Tuesday donations on Nov. 29.

Alumnus Henry Van Leeuwen Gifts nearly $225,000 to Central

Hendrik G. “Henry” Van Leeuwen, Central College Class of 1950 graduate, bequeathed $224,787 to Central to establish the Van Leeuwen Scholarship for students.

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Central’s Top Stories of 2021

Central College had a lot to celebrate in 2021. As we look ahead to a new year with optimism and purpose, we look back at some of the most impactful Central stories of 2021.

Central to Host College Fair for Students and Parents

Area high school juniors and their parents are invited to learn more about their college options at a special college fair at Central on Thursday, Sept. 30, at H.S. Kuyper Fieldhouse on Central’s campus.

Central Waives ACT/SAT Testing Requirements

Central College has announced it has waived ACT and SAT testing requirements for students applying for admission in Fall 2020 and Spring and Fall 2021 semesters.