Summer 2021 Issue
Past Issues
Making an Impression
Athletics
New facilities showcase the best of what Central athletics have to offer.
Jeff Bersch
July 15, 2021
Weller’s Wisdom
Athletics
President Emeritus Ken Weller accomplished much in his time at Central. Of those accomplishments, Weller authored the Division III Philosophy, which transformed Division III athletics into what they are today.
Larry Happel ’81
July 15, 2021 | 1 Comment
Hope For the Best
Hope. It’s all anyone has really wanted the past 15-ish months. And it’s all James Boatright ’21’s family has clung to the past five years.
Cyvannah Vecchio
July 15, 2021
“I Love This College”
Even as he was coaching elsewhere, Central College wasn’t far from the mind of Jeff McMartin ’90.
July 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
“Unrealistic” Dreams Lead O’Brien to Olympic Trials
Athletics
The Olympic dreams of Austin O’Brien ’14 are as improbable as where they were spawned — on a couch in front of a television.
Larry Happel ’81
July 15, 2021
Thank You for Being Forever Dutch®
Athletics holds a special place in my heart. I’ve been an athlete, coach and fan at Central and loved every role.
Sunny Gonzales Eighmy ’99, Vice President for Advancement
July 15, 2021
In Memoriam: Manford “Manny” Byrd ’49
In Memoriam
Manford “Manny” Byrd ’49, a lifelong educator and distinguished alumnus from Central College, died Jan. 17, 2021, in Chicago, Illinois. He was 93.
July 15, 2021
Athletics Updates – Summer 2021
Athletics
Read the Summer 2021 wrap-up for Dutch athletics.
Larry Happel ’81
July 15, 2021