PELLA, IOWA (May 14, 2025) — Central College recognized 249 graduates during Commencement 2025 on May 10, in Ron and Joyce Schipper Stadium on Central's campus.
Emily Beldock of Davenport (52807) earned a Bachelors degree majoring in Kinesiology .
Lucas Crawford of Eldridge (52748) earned a Bachelors degree summa cum laude majoring in Economics .
Aiden Doe of Bettendorf (52722) earned a Bachelors degree cum laude majoring in English .
Raegan Downing of Muscatine (52761) earned a Bachelors degree majoring in Kinesiology .
Hailey Glover of Eldridge (52748) earned a Bachelors degree summa cum laude majoring in Philosophy .
Emmy Holthe of Muscatine (52761) earned a Bachelors degree summa cum laude majoring in English .
Jordan Maynard of Milan (61264) earned a Bachelors degree majoring in Computer Science .
Samantha Scott of Davenport (52807) earned a Bachelors degree magna cum laude majoring in Kinesiology .
Kade Tippet of Eldridge (52748) earned a Bachelors degree majoring in Environ and Sustainability Stud .
Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private college known for its active student body, academic rigor and athletics success. Our students learn collaboratively with supportive educators who share a commitment to intellectual engagement, personal growth, career readiness, and civic involvement. Founded in 1853 and shaped by its Christian heritage, the college of 1,100 students participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the American Rivers Conference.
Central is an active part of the Greater Des Moines region and just minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake.
