Meet Central Students
Sprint. Study. Succeed.
At Central College, Ava Parkins ’27 thrives blending interests in engineering and physics as she works toward her dream career of architecture.
Where Everything Connects
For Grace Benson ’26, college isn’t about choosing one path — it’s about finding how every passion, purpose and person fits together.
Running In Rhythm
From the stage to the starting line, Mason Farrington ’27 brings the same passion, faith and energy to everything he does.
Homecoming 2025
We always love to welcome the Central family home. Check out some of our favorite moments from Homecoming 2025!
Leading With Purpose
Parker Lawrence ’26 is passionate about building community and creating connection. He's putting that passion into action by serving as student body president for the 2025-26 academic year.
Where Books and Barn Life Meet
Biology major Morgan Mineart ’26 is turning her love for animals into a passion for vet medicine.
Hitting Higher for Continuous Improvement
After patrolling center field for the Central College softball team during its 2025 NCAA Division III tournament run, Carley Underwood ’27 is in Pella this summer interning with Pella Corporation.
Formulas, Friendships and Finding My Place at Central
Brady Birkenholtz ’27 is excelling at Central as a pre-med chemistry major and a student-athlete. He’s amazed by the support students get balancing academics and athletics.
Behind the Lens
Katie Bower ’27, sports photographer and softball player from Kansas City, Missouri, captures the best moments of Central College athletics — both behind the lens and on the field. Whether she’s snapping action shots or stepping up to the plate, she’s passionate about telling the Central Dutch story.
Climbing Opportunity
Colorado native Katelyn Freeman ’26 never expected to call Pella, Iowa, her home away from home. Now, she’s conquering new mountains at Central as a student with a triple major, two sports and an active social life. She wouldn’t trade this newest adventure for anything.