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Rosalie DeWall Park, a 1960 Central graduate

Legacy Gift Supports Central College’s Future

Rosalie DeWall Park, a 1960 Central graduate, designated a portion of her estate to Central.

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John Roslien, Sheri Timmer Roslien, 1988 Central graduate, Maurine Timmer and the late Gary Timmer, 1955 Central graduate

New Endowment Honors Legacy of Professor John Roslien

Central’s legacy to honor past employees endures.

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Three Central students walking near pond.

Central College Realigns Advancement Staff to Support “A World of Good” Campaign

Strategic realignment sets strong team for comprehensive campaign.

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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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Students walking into Vermeer Science Center

Fundraising Challenge Goal Exceeded

Journey 48-Hour Challenge has record-breaking event with dollars and donors.

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Central classroom with Professor Sara Shuger Fox

Central College Joins I-RAISE Grant Collaboration

Central College will participate in the I-RAISE grant to develop research administrators within the state.

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Two students launching water rockets.

Central College’s Upward Bound Program Receives John Deere Foundation Grant

Central’s Upward Bound program received a $43,000 grant from the John Deere Foundation.

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Central College students celebrating Hoo-Rah Day with mascot Big Red.

Central College Raises a Record-Breaking $360,316 on Hoo-Rah Day

Supporters of Central College had a fantastic day with record-breaking donations on Hoo-Rah Day 2023.

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Grace and Allan Braskamp

The Joy of Giving – Family Style

The seven Braskamp siblings share a common passion — to honor their parents. A $700,000 endowment has been established in honor of their parents, Grace and Allan Braskamp.

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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.

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