Meet Central Students
Acceptance of Others
Brad DiLeo ’22 has the superpower of positivity. He encourages everyone to take ownership and learn from mistakes.
Shaping a New Path Forward
The L.A. Garrison Scholarship for the Nontraditional Learner recognizes the potential in Central students. 2021-22 award recipient Madilynn Pietzman ’25 is grateful for the opportunities the scholarship has provided her.
Nothing Else Compares
Central College students naturally become multifaceted when it comes to enjoying all their interests during their time here. Quinn Deahl ’23, student body president for 2022-23, was able to tap into the different sides of her identity through her involvement at Central.
In Perfect Harmony
Getting involved at Central College is par for the course for Mackenzie Biggs ’24. The ability to be involved in everything her heart desires at Central has Biggs sinking putts and inspiring young musicians in perfect harmony.
The Perks of Pella
There's a lot to love about Pella, Iowa — the home of Central College. Come along with Scott Siepker, the "Iowa Nice Guy," as he takes us to some of our students’ favorite spots around town!
Central Found My Heart
For DelTon Alexander ’24, his college fate was determined by the flip of a coin, and thankfully that coin brought him to Central!
Setbacks Spark a New Dream
Thomas Spoehr ’22 embraced the challenge of track and field after his basketball career was cut short.
Life Loves On
The college’s relationship with Fred Maytag and the Fred Maytag Family Foundation has helped shape the experience of students at the college, like Amber Reysack ’25, for generations.
Becoming Madolyn
The Central College experience looks different for everyone, but Madolyn Clark Johnson ’22 couldn’t help but grow here.
More in Store
Bigger isn’t always better — and time at Central College proved that for Makenna Hall ’23.