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It means being a part of a tradition of excellence in academics, athletics and professionalism beyond your time in college, and it means you will always be a member of this community.
From the moment you step on campus, you become a part of the Central family. Meet the students, alumni, donors and friends who know what it means to be Forever Dutch.
While staying close to home, Central has also allowed Brock Beck ’25 the distance needed to find his own passions.
Russ Benedict, professor of biology, selected for the 2024 cohort of Wrigley Institute Storymakers fellows program.
Central College celebrated staff achievements and milestone anniversaries.
Central Red welcomes Adam Gregg ’06, Iowa’s Lieutenant Governor.