President’s Corner
Peace and Hospitality
To be at peace in the company of those we love is the most human of conditions and the one thing we desire most.
Mark Putnam, Central College President
April 13, 2022
Exceeding Expectations and Embracing Opportunities
Too often we are bound by the expectations of others. This is especially true for students completing high school and entering college.
Mark Putnam, Central College President
January 11, 2022
Finding Another Gear
We’ve all used the phrase “I’m stuck” when we’re met with a problem we don’t know how to solve. This past year has taught me a lot about getting unstuck and finding another gear.
Mark Putnam, Central College President
October 15, 2021
Champions in Life
During a recent conversation with our director of athletics, Eric Van Kley, I was reminded about the deepest values we hold with respect to intercollegiate athletics.
Mark Putnam, Central College President
July 15, 2021
That’s Inspiring
A few weeks ago, I was asked, “What inspires you?” My immediate response was, “Probably not what you think.”
Mark Putnam, Central College President
April 7, 2021
It’s Complicated
The advance of technological innovation and globalization are yielding greater societal complexity. At the same time some things seem easier for the same reason. Suffice it to say … it’s complicated.
Mark Putnam, Central College President
January 15, 2021
Resilience in Challenging Times
Central College turns to resilience in an ever-changing world of uncertainty.
Mark Putnam, Central College President
November 13, 2020 | 1 Comment
We’ve (Almost) Been Through This Before
Central has weathered much in its 167-year history.
Mark Putnam, Central College President
May 20, 2020
A Faculty Is a Learning Community
At Central, we are blessed with a remarkable faculty.
Mark Putnam, Central College President
February 14, 2020
Leading With Our Values
Central College’s values are part of what drew me to the college nearly a decade ago.
Mark Putnam, Central College President
November 15, 2019