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Central College Announces New Faculty Appointments

Central College hires new faculty for launch of new academic year.

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Central RED Hosts Speakers on Wildfires and Travel

Central RED Society will present “Flying for Wildfire Fighters” with Donald Todd ’64 and “Travels on Seven Continents” with Philip Larson on Tuesday, Aug. 22.

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Emily Shields '25, Bailey Anderson '25 and Nathan Kulhman, and Seth Olsen ’25, Duncan Delzell ’25, Jaxon Thompson ’24

Central College Students Explore Passion for Research

Central students conducted research in biology, chemistry, genetics, kinesiology and musical theatre over the summer.

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Aaron Roerdink ’97

Central Appoints Associate Dean of Learning Enrichment

Central named Aaron Roerdink ’97 the associate dean of learning enrichment and associate professor-in-residence of chemistry.

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Shelley Bradfield teaching social justice class.

Central College Students Learn Firsthand About Social Justice in the City

Central students enrolled in Social Justice in the City, an immersive, experiential learning course taught in Des Moines.

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Peggy Fitch and Carol Williamson

Central College Honors Retiring Administrators

Central celebrates the careers of two longstanding administrators — Carol Williamson and Peggy Fitch.

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Quinton Hull '26

A Passion for Music Pays It Forward through Scholarships

T. Kent Jager Endowed Music Scholarship opened a door for Quintin Hull ’26 and his music passion.

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Glassblowing class with Zach Dowster, Brian Roberts, Grace Parrish and Gunner Hutton

Big Rock Park Adds Colorful Exploration

Central students created 23 glass orbs for Big Rock Park.

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Central College Recognizes Graduates

Commencement 2023 recognized 232 graduates of Central College.

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Jennifer Diers and Sarah Van Waardhuizen

Lilly Fellows Program Awards Grant to Two Central Faculty

Central College’s Jennifer Diers and Sarah Van Waardhuizen were awarded Lilly Faculty Fellowships.

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