Fall 2022 Issue

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A Force for Good

Cheri Trout Doane ’98 has helped Central College students make a difference by fostering citizen involvement.

Story by Emily Hawk / Photos by Paul Joy

October 14, 2022


Dreams Have No Deadlines

After 15 years in the workforce, Shawn Vande Kieft ’21 learned it’s never too late to follow your dreams.

Brittany Carlson Prokupek ’16

October 14, 2022


Changing Life for the Better (Super Powers From Super Alumni)

Making a difference in the world begins at Central College. Whether it’s perseverance, storytelling or remembering names, the strengths of three Central alumni have proven essential.

Jeanette Budding

October 14, 2022


Decisions, Decisions

Athletics

The COVID-19 pandemic forced Central College student-athletes to make decisions about their academic, athletics and career goals.

Larry Happel ’81

October 14, 2022


State of the College

An annual report and honor roll of giving for 2021-22.

Mark Putnam, Central College President

October 14, 2022


Shaping a New Path Forward

The L.A. Garrison Scholarship for the Nontraditional Learner recognizes the potential in Central students.

Jeanette Budding

October 14, 2022


Civic Duty

Trent Swartwoudt ’22 considers giving back to Central College part of his civic duty.

Trent Swartwoudt ’22

October 14, 2022


In Memoriam: Robert Vermeer ’66

In Memoriam

Robert “Bob” Vermeer ’66, Central College trustee emeritus, died Aug. 17, 2022.

October 14, 2022


In Memoriam: Rev. Richard “Dick” Whitaker

In Memoriam

Richard “Dick” Ernest Whitaker passed away on Aug. 4, 2022.

October 14, 2022


The Way of Bilbo

Each individual’s journey at Central is unique. The task of education is to balance these communal aspects of learning with the individual needs and interests of each learner.

Mark Putnam, Central College President

October 14, 2022


Central Adds Three to Athletics Hall of Honor

Athletics

Three spring sport standouts who embarked on successful postgraduate careers are the newest members of the Central College Athletics Hall of Honor.

Larry Happel ’81

October 14, 2022


Around the Pond – Fall 2022

Read up on the latest updates from around Central.

October 14, 2022


Athletics Updates – Fall 2022

Athletics

Read the Fall 2022 wrap-up for Dutch athletics.

October 14, 2022