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The official account for Central College, a private four-year liberal arts college committed to helping students discover their greatest potential since 1853.

Pella, Iowa
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@CentralCollege
Central College
2 years
Iowa reporter and Central alum Mark Woodley ’99 has gone viral — from People magazine to Sports Illustrated — for his hilarious coverage of the wintery weather pummeling the nation. Stay warm out there, Mark!
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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We are absolutely ecstatic to announce @HarrySmith ‘73 will be returning to Central College as an executive in residence Fall 2024! We can’t wait for our students to learn and benefit from his heart for others and extensive experience at @NBCNews . #foreverdutch
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@CentralCollege
Central College
6 years
Central was not in the path of the tornadoes that wreaked havoc in communities across Iowa today, for which we are grateful. However, others in Pella and surrounding communities were not so fortunate, including @VermeerIowa . Central is actively reaching out to offer assistance.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
Central wrestling took on the Scotty Wood Duals this weekend (3-1) and took on the @TODAYshow  this morning! 😎 @HarrySmith   📸: Rob Areyano
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@CentralCollege
Central College
5 years
Central College is committed to providing an affordable education. We are making our tuition clearer and introducing a new annual tuition price of $18,600 for Fall 2020.
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@CentralCollege
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4 years
Central quarterback Blaine Hawkins ’21 has made himself one of the all-time football greats.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
5 months
A man worth celebrating. Congratulations on an illustrious career, @HarrySmith . 👏🏼 We'll see you in the fall! 😉
@TODAYshow
TODAY
5 months
This morning, our TODAY family is celebrating @HarrySmith as he moves on from NBC News. ❤️
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@CentralCollege
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Logan Price ’21 won’t be able to walk at Central’s Commencement ceremony in May because he has been called to serve for the U.S. Army. Earlier this week, President Mark Putnam gave a special Commencement speech to Logan and his dad and took pictures to celebrate the occasion.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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We could get used to having Harry Smith ’73 on campus! 😉
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@CentralCollege
Central College
6 years
When you’re the only one ready for Tulip Time...🌷
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
The Central football team is headed to Wisconsin tomorrow for the third round of the Division III NCAA playoffs. Join the campus and Pella communities as we wish the team well with a spirited send off. 🎉 ❗ Meet in front of P.H. Kuyper Gym at 8:30 a.m. wearing Central red. ❗
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@CentralCollege
Central College
7 months
The Central family is heartbroken to hear of the passing of Dan Marburger ’89. This news is devastating to our community and every life he touched. Our greatest sympathies and prayers go out to his family, friends and the Perry community.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
4 years
Kyle Korver, an NBA veteran who spent this season with the Milwaukee Bucks, will speak on campus at Central College at 7 p.m. Wednesday. Oct. 28 in P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
7 years
Way to go #CentralCollege alum Chris Weaver '10!
@NBCTheVoice
The Voice
7 years
The first FOUR-CHAIR turn of the season is here. #TheVoice returns on @nbc .
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@CentralCollege
Central College
5 years
We are excited to share that Pella has been named number three out of 50 for best cities to live in the US. Central is proud to call Pella home to our campus.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
5 years
A mix of seasons makes for a beautiful view on Central's campus. #CentralScene
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
When there's one more sleep 'til Dutch football! 🏈 #HooRah @HarrySmith
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@CentralCollege
Central College
4 years
Congratulations to Aiyana (Yana) Rouse ’21 on your election for Student Body President for the 2020-21 term.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Hey, Marc, we fixed this for you. 😉 Go Dutch! @Dutch15
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
Congratulations, Blaine! 👏🎉
@CentralDutch
Central Dutch
3 years
Congratulations to Blaine on being named the Gagliardi Trophy winner as the best player in @NCAADIII football. #GoDutch #rollriversFB #d3fb
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@CentralCollege
Central College
7 years
It's perfect! Hoo-rah!
@HarrySmith
Harry Smith
7 years
New office at NBC. Painted one wall red. But the wall needed art. How about a C? @CentralCollege @CentralDutch
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
When your QB is the 🐐
@DMRegister
Des Moines Register
3 years
Pop quiz: Where does the quarterback with the most touchdown passes this season in NCAA football play? Answer: @CentralDutch . Meet Blaine Hawkins.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
🚨 Conference Champs Alert 🚨
@AmerRiversConf
American Rivers Conference (A-R-C)
3 years
. @CUI_Football Secures Conference-Record 32nd Football Title and @AmerRiversConf AQ Bid to @NCAADIII Playoffs. #rollriversFB 📰
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
Central's strength and conditioning program, part of the exercise science major, has been approved through the National Strength and Conditioning Association’s Education Recognition Program.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
7 years
Home of the Dutch! Pella, Iowa #CentralCollege
@HarrySmith
Harry Smith
7 years
Where am I today?
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@CentralCollege
Central College
4 years
Central's campus is looking picturesque with the snowfall and the beautiful tulips peeking through. #CentralScene
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Central College
3 years
That #CentralSpiritFriday feeling ... 🤩
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@CentralCollege
Central College
4 years
Happy May Day!
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You can’t help but fall in love with Central’s campus. #CentralScene
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3 years
One of our favorite Central Spirit Fridays on record! 🤗 Thanks to all who came out this morning to cheer on the football team as they left for Whitewater. Good luck, Dutch! #CentralSpiritFriday
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@CentralCollege
Central College
6 years
Congratulations to Gabriel Espinosa '79, associate professor of music, his wife, Gabriela, and daughter, Natalia '18, for becoming United States citizens at an Independence Day citizenship ceremony. The ceremony was the culmination of the Espinosas' 22-year journey from Mexico.
@DMRegister
Des Moines Register
6 years
Gabriel Espinosa, his wife, Gabriela, and their 22-year-old daughter, Natalia, were three of 30 men and women from 17 countries who became U.S. citizens at the Iowa Cubs game in Principal Park on Tuesday. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
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@CentralCollege
Central College
5 years
Central College received a gift of $300,000 from Dave ’61 and Ardie Pals Sutphen ’64 toward the Forever Dutch® initiative, which funds updates for athletics facilities.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
6 years
Central students, staff and drumline surprised @BrookeBouma ‘96 on her last day as a news anchor for @WHOhd . #CUI #MayYourGloryNeverDie #CentralSpiritFriday
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
Blaine Hawkins '21 isn't just focused on football — he's focused on his future, too. Read more on Hawkins and his determination to become a financial adviser in the Wall Street Journal article below.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
After an awesome game today and an undefeated season, we think Blaine deserves it! Vote for Central's own Hawkins for the Gagliardi Trophy using the link below.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
4 years
Happy Move-In Day to our newest students!
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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What Coach McMartin said! ⬇️ Support what you love most at Central by making a gift today! @mac4fb @CUI_Football
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@CentralCollege
Central College
7 years
Even Superman is ready for Commencement. Our #centralGrads are amazing!
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
Have you heard? Central Dutch football finished their 17th undefeated season and is headed to the playoffs! 🎉 To celebrate, we're giving away a super fan starter pack. To enter, follow us and tag two friends who will be cheering on the Dutch before noon on Thursday, Nov. 18!
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@CentralCollege
Central College
5 years
Will Daniels ’19 is going places. He graduates from Central College in just three years, leaving as a two-time national champion.
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@CentralCollege
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4 years
First-year student and admission tour guide Caroline McMartin ’24 fell hard for the place she wanted to leave.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
5 years
Central is where doors are opened to a lifetime of possibilities.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
11 months
We are thrilled to announce Forever Dutch Lager! 15% of all sales will support the Journey Scholarship Fund, directly supporting Central students! Register now for Homecoming and get the first taste at our Post-game Party!
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@CentralCollege
Central College
4 years
Today’s the day! Celebrate the Central family and share your Central pride with the world! There are many ways to show your support: Wear Central gear, share your story, make a gift and even help grow the Central family by referring a student. #HooRahDay
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@CentralCollege
Central College
6 years
Riley Gray ’17 reflects on his fruitful Central College experience and encourages future students to savor the journey.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
4 years
Some feel-good news for your Friday, brought to you by Central alum @HarrySmith ’73.
@TODAYshow
TODAY
4 years
We thought it would be nice to end the week with some hopeful reflections and moments that made us smile. Who better to help than our own @harrysmith !
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How we sleep at night knowing we have one of the best softball teams in the nation. 😴 We can't wait to cheer you on this weekend at the Super Regionals in Oregon! Congratulations, Dutch! 🏆🥎
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@CentralCollege
Central College
6 years
The Central Hockey Club felt at home on our frozen pond after the recent snow. Central students find fun in every season! 🏒⛸
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@CentralCollege
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3 years
Today, we honor the Central College Class of 2021. We welcome the guests of the class and thank you for joining us in celebrating and supporting our graduates throughout their time at Central.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
5 years
Happy Move-In Day! We are excited to welcome our newest students to campus. Move-In Day is the start of Welcome Week, which is full of activities for new students!
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@CentralCollege
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“Central College Class of 2021, go do great things! Go Dutch!” –Mark Putnam
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@CentralCollege
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Four years go by so fast. Thank you for choosing to spend them with us. 🎓❤️🤍 Congratulations, Class of 2024 and welcome to the alumni family!
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@CentralCollege
Central College
6 years
The gang’s all here just in time for today’s Tulip Time festivities! 🌷🌷🌷
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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For the first time in school history, both the Central men's and women's cross country teams have been selected to compete in the NCAA Division III Championships. 🏅 Congratulations and good luck at the national meet!
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Central alum Gary Dirksen ’69 was honored Saturday a the @centralmbball game. Dirksen is a passionate supporter of Central athletics and our student-athletes through his endowment of athletics awards and watching the Dutch in action. Thank you for being Forever Dutch®!
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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A special Commencement celebration was held last night for our track and field seniors. We're so proud of all you've accomplished. Thanks for always representing Central so well! ❤️ #CentralGrads2022
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Central College became the first college in Iowa — and one of just four in the nation — to earn accreditation from the Council on Accreditation of Strength and Conditioning Programs. The program is predominantly focused on preparing athletics coaches.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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“Congrats Class of 2019! Go and do great things!” -Central College President Mark Putnam #CentralGrads2019
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@CentralCollege
Central College
4 years
Dozens of alumni, friends and students made and donated enough masks to give one to each student on campus. Students received a handmade mask in their mailboxes with a note indicating who made their mask.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
We have a pretty good idea ... 😉
@HarrySmith
Harry Smith
3 years
Where am I today?
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
We love seeing so many smiling faces on campus again. And we love seeing them in Central gear even more! #CentralSpiritFriday
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Central College will launch a new strength and conditioning major beginning in Fall 2022! 💪
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@CentralCollege
Central College
4 years
Today is Central’s annual Service Day! Students, faculty and staff have spent the day at different locations lending a helping hand. #CentralServiceDay
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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What a joy to hear Harry Smith ’73 speak and connect with Central College students on campus! We loved learning more about his remarkable career and his time at Central.
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@CentralCollege
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It's happening! 😍🌷 #CentralScene
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@CentralCollege
Central College
5 years
Central College’s Class of 2019 fast facts: -238 Graduates from 17 states -32 different majors -28,175 credits completed -42 double majors -1 graduate with a triple major -81 graduates have one minor -19 graduates have two minors -87 studied abroad
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@CentralCollege
Central College
7 years
Choosing #CentralCollege is the Best. Decision. Ever. #ThursdayThoughts
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
Today, classes are canceled as students and members of campus go out into area communities to give back. Service Day is a beloved tradition for students and community partners alike. #CentralServiceDay
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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We are sharing our Central spirit loud and proud today! Some members of the Central family shared their #CentralSpirit with the fight song. Do you know the words? #HooRahDay
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
Central College Class of 2021: -256 grads from 17 states -29,091 credits completed -42 double majors -Two triple majors -93 grads have one minor, 14 have two and one has three
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Larry Happel, longtime sports information director at Central College, recently was honored when the national championship trophy case inside P.H. Kuyper Gymnasium was named in his honor.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Today we recognize the dedication, hard work and leadership of our Central student-athletes in the classroom and in competition! We're proud to have you represent Central and compete for the Dutch. 💪 #NationalStudentAthleteDay
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Come along on this tour for your first peek at the newly renovated A.N. Kuyper Athletics Complex! We’re looking forward to a full year of Dutch success on and off the course, court, field, mat and track. #ForeverDutch
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Join Dave ’61 and Ardie Pals Sutphen ’64 by giving to our Forever Dutch 48-hour challenge August 20 – August 22. Help us complete our game-changing facilities that will create life-changing experiences. #GoDutch
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Happy New Year!
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Central College
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Home is where the field is. ❤️🤍 Thank you to our football alumni and families who made their way to their ole' stomping grounds last Saturday to celebrate Football Legacy Day!
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Central’s campus is blooming with tulips and we wish you could be here to see them. Central student Mariah Kooyman ’20 takes us around campus to show off her favorite spots to find tulips.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
3 years
Just here to provide you with your daily #TulipTeaser ! 🌷👀 We'll be sharing our favorite tulip photos from campus each day leading up to Tulip Time!
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Central College announces its dean's list for the Fall 2020 semester.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Join Kyle Korver, NBA veteran and Pella native, tonight at 7 p.m. as he speaks on campus as part of the Geisler Penquite Educational Excellence Series. The event will be livestreamed.
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@CentralCollege
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It was a winter wonderland on campus this morning. ❄ #CentralScene
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@CentralCollege
Central College
8 years
Happy 91st birthday to retired president Ken Weller!
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@CentralCollege
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Today, we honor all the men and women who've served our country in uniform. To all of our veterans - thank you! #VeteransDay
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Thank you to everyone who joined us on campus for Homecoming 2022. The spirit of the Central family is alive and well, and our hearts couldn’t be more full. No matter if you’re near or far or how much time has passed, know that you are always welcome home. ❤️🤍 #CUIHomecoming
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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No Saturday plans? See you at Ron and Joyce Schipper Stadium! 😎
@KCCINews
KCCI News
3 years
Central College QB posting eye-popping stats
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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It should be a national holiday, but for now we'll keep it sacred to Central Market. 🍳🥞 Happy Breakfast of Champions, Dutch! We know you will do great on your finals. 🏆
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@CentralCollege
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Central welcomed Kyle Korver back to his hometown Wednesday night. Thank you for your visit and speaking on what privilege means to you.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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We hope everyone has a safe holiday break! #CentralScene
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Central announced Forever Dutch® Lager Friday, Sept. 15. Central is the first private college in Iowa to partner with a local brewery to offer a signature craft beer. With Forever Dutch® lager, 15% of sales will go toward the Journey Scholarship Fund.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Thanks for coming, Harry! We’re always glad to have you back on campus.
@HarrySmith
Harry Smith
6 years
Where was I over then weekend? Pella, Iowa of course. Home of @CentralCollege And all the amazing @CentralDutch Athletes Love my school Love the color red. #GoDutch
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Central's Rugby Club won the Challenge Cup at the 2021 Collegiate Rugby Championship tournament. This is the team's first year in program history to compete at a national level. Central was one of 82 colleges represented. Well done! 👏
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Happy New Year! We can't wait to see what 2020 brings!
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Central College
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Central College’s Toothbrush Club is growing rapidly! Central alum Micah Vermeer ’05 of Pella Family Dentistry donated toothpaste and toothbrushes to the club. The Toothbrush Club meets every Thursday at 10 p.m. at the four-way stop by Weller.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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This is more than a picture; this is a legacy. It's so special to see children of alumni on campus, and the Class of 2026 has 42 legacy students! ❤️ #ForeverDutch See any familiar faces? 🔎
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@CentralCollege
Central College
2 years
Just in time. 🌷 #TulipCentral
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@CentralCollege
Central College
5 years
Thirty members of the graduating class are children of alumni. Pictured: Diana '94 and Brian Fritz '93 with their daughter Mariah Fritz '19.
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@CentralCollege
Central College
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Central students, along with members of the Pella community, showed up to support Central's first-ever Out of the Darkness Campus walk today. More than $6,000 was raised for mental health programs!
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Central College
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Students who spent their Thanksgiving break on campus received care bags with items donated from Central alumni, parents, friends, faculty and staff. Thank you to area businesses who donated as well.
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