PELLA, IA (07/15/2015)(readMedia)-- The following area first-year students earned scholarships to Central College:

Samantha Aguilar of Muscatine received a Cornerstone Scholarship to Central College.

Alex Birely of Davenport received a Presidential Scholarship to Central College.

Cassidy Bos of Geneseo received a Presidential Scholarship to Central College.

Madison Campbell of Blue Grass received a Presidential Scholarship to Central College.

Garrett Cone of Dixon received a Cornerstone Scholarship to Central College.

Marcus Harrington of Eldridge received a Cornerstone Scholarship to Central College.

Parker Hill of Bettendorf received a Presidential Scholarship to Central College.

Analise Keller of Davenport received a Presidential Scholarship to Central College.

Katie Phillips of Muscatine received a Presidential Scholarship to Central College.

Jacob Poster of Davenport received a Cornerstone Scholarship to Central College.

Kolby Reed of Muscatine received a Cornerstone Scholarship to Central College.

Benjamin Wilkinson of Davenport received a Presidential Scholarship to Central College.

Founded in 1853, Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private, residential four-year liberal arts college known for its academic rigor and strength in global experiential learning, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), sustainability education, athletics success and tradition, and leadership and service. Central continues to value its long-standing relationship with the Reformed Church in America that began in 1916. The college participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the Iowa Conference. Central is an active part of the Greater Des Moines region and just two minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake.

PELLA, IA (03/23/2015)(readMedia)-- Ashley Ramker of Davenport was chosen to present research entitled "Power of Positive Thinking: Effects of Positive Psychology Exercises on Well-Being" with collaborative professor Randall A. Renstrom at the annual Midwestern Psychological Association (MPA) conference in Chicago, April 30-May 2

This year holds a record number of 38 students presenting their scholarly research at the MPA conference. Central graduates were also selected to present research in the professional program alongside Ph.D and graduate students.

Founded in 1853, Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private, residential four-year liberal arts college known for its academic rigor and strength in global experiential learning, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), sustainability education, athletics success and tradition, and leadership and service. Central continues to value its long-standing relationship with the Reformed Church in America that began in 1916. The college participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the Iowa Conference. Central is an active part of the Greater Des Moines region and just two minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake.

PELLA, IA (12/10/2014)(readMedia)-- Area students will present during Undergraduate Scholarship Celebration Day, held Dec. 11 at Central College. The event will provide students with the opportunity to showcase their research and projects in a variety of disciplines.

Melissa Ketcham of Muscatine is a senior studying computer science and mathematics. Her presentations are called "CodeCraft: Engaging Middle School Students to Learn Computer Science by Playing Minecraft," and "Leave For Meeting: A Reminders App to Keep You On Time."

Dan Dankert of Davenport is a junior studying political science. His presentation is called "Yo te querí Homenaje a Pablo Neruda."

Jake Forgie of Le Claire is a junior studying biology. His presentation is called "Comparative Toxicology of Relative Ponds and Lakes."

Central College is a residential liberal arts college dedicated to the education of 1,500 undergraduate students. Founded in 1853, the college is affiliated with the Reformed Church in America and NCAA Division III athletics. Central is a recognized leader in study abroad as a result of its international, residential programs. The college is located in Pella, Iowa, a thriving community of 10,000 two minutes from the state's largest lake and 40 minutes southeast of Des Moines. Learn more at www.central.edu.

PELLA, IA (11/24/2014)(readMedia)-- Jacob Logan '18, a member of the Central College Mock Trial Team, won the Outstanding Attorney Award at the Creighton University BlueJay Open on Nov. 22. Logan, a first-year student, was the second highest-ranking attorney for the entire tournament.

Central College is a residential liberal arts college dedicated to the education of 1,500 undergraduate students. Founded in 1853, the college is affiliated with the Reformed Church in America and NCAA Division III athletics. Central is a recognized leader in study abroad as a result of its international, residential programs. The college is located in Pella, Iowa, a thriving community of 10,000 two minutes from the state's largest lake and 40 minutes southeast of Des Moines. Learn more at www.central.edu