Fall 2023 Issue

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Oh, The Places You’ll Go …

Central College’s network helps students and alumni realize their dreams and opportunities.

Story By: Jeanette Budding | Photos By: CJ Bonifer

November 14, 2023


Building Blocks of a Central Education

Dynamic learning opportunities can be found in classrooms across Central College’s campus.

Story By: Erin Kamp

November 8, 2023


Perkins Pay It Forward

Steve ’01 and Stefanie Bresnahan Perkins ’02 established the Jackson Perkins Education Scholarship in honor of their son, Jackson, who has autism. Through their gift, they wish to give back for the generosity they received in their time at Central.

Story By: Brittany Carlson Prokupek '16 | Photos By: CJ Bonifer

November 8, 2023


Around the Pond – Fall 2023

Read up on the latest updates from around Central.

November 8, 2023


Teachers of the Game

Athletics

Central College faculty members in coaching ranks highlight athletics’ role in educational process. 

Story By: Larry Happel '81

November 8, 2023


Looking Beyond

Hailey Hunter ’24 knew there was more for her to do, learn and be at Central College. So, she sought opportunities and pushed herself to look beyond her comfort zone.

Story By: Hailey Hunter '24

November 6, 2023


Engaged to the Core

After more than 20 years, Central College faculty and administration thought it time to look into a new kind of core curriculum.

Story By: Brittany Carlson Prokupek '16

November 6, 2023


2023 Homecoming Class Reunions

Thanks to all who joined us for Homecoming 2023! Check out class reunion photos below, along with other scenes from the Homecoming festivities. Click photos to enlarge. Class of 1963 Row 1: Marilyn Walraven Cummings and Larry Braskamp. Row 2: Sherry Lokhorst Wissink and Joyce Elzinga Kolenbrander. Row 3. Karen Bast Bartell and Gene Bartell. […]

November 3, 2023


In Memoriam: Jack Walvoord ’54

In Memoriam

Longtime Central College Men’s Basketball Head Coach, Jack Walvoord ’54, passed away in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, June 23, 2023.

November 3, 2023


Four Critical Years

Mark Putnam, Central College president, values a four-year college education because it provides opportunity for students to develop the person they will become.

Story By: Mark Putnam, Central College President

November 2, 2023 | 1 Comment