Meet Central Donors
A Monumental Moment
The Geisler-Penquite Foundation awarded the largest gift in Central College history — a transformational $9.3 million — as part of its final act of philanthropy. For more than 50 years, the foundation quietly shaped lives through its unwavering faith and belief in the power of education, leaving a legacy that will impact generations of educators and students into perpetuity.
A World of Good
Central College proudly announces A World of Good — the $50 million comprehensive campaign to support current and future students and serve others. Let's do a world of good, together.
Funding the Future
Deanna Ver Steeg ’94 turned a reluctant college visit into a lifelong commitment to Central, shaped by gratitude, service and a drive to give back.
Giving Back to Help Others Grow
Emily and Larry Reynen ’71 believe doing good starts with helping others grow — and that’s exactly why they chose to give back. Their legacy gift ensures future students experience the same life-shaping opportunities that meant so much to them.
Creative Entrepreneurship: Building with Intention
Cited as someone who conceives and develops radically transformative ideas, Stefanie Vruwink Reiser ’85 has taken her passion and Central College education to engage in building her own world.
Hoo-Rah Day 2025 Teaser
Get ready to paint the world red and white during #HooRahDay on Wednesday, April 9!
Full Circle Perspective
Mark ’80 and Lori Kooiker Ellingson ’82 have lived the Central College experience in many ways — as students, parents of students, staff and serving on the Board of Trustees. They are now going back to their community roots to broaden support for Central.
Paving the Road Ahead
Ryan Dusil ’14 is using his Central College degree for good as a research associate in the Department of Epidemiology at the University of Iowa College of Public Health.
Homecoming 2024
Homecoming 2024 was filled with fun, friends and our favorite Central College traditions. Relive some of the best moments from the weekend’s festivities!
Students to Stewards
Jason ’10 and Tayler Wessels Hassman ’13 support Central College monthly. Loyal donors to the Journey Scholarship Fund, baseball team and Central Club, the Hassman's stewardship allows Central to support students across the curricular landscape.