PELLA, IOWA (May 28, 2026) — Each semester, Central College recognizes students who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement by naming them to the Dean's List.

This distinction is reserved for those who have earned a semester grade-point average of 3.5 or higher while completing a minimum of twelve graded credit hours.

The students exemplify academic excellence and a strong commitment to their education.

We congratulate them on this well-deserved accomplishment.

Anna Dennis of Davenport (52802)

Isaiah Guyton of Davenport (52807)

Alec Harris of Long Grove (52756)

Andrew Jones of Moline (61265)

Peyton Madison of Eldridge (52748)

Kylie Meyer of Andalusia (61232)

Rylie Preston of Geneseo (61254)

Alex M Slaymaker of Geneseo (61254)

Alex Syslo of Coal Valley (61240)

Jace Tippet of Eldridge (52748)

Alexander Zarlatanes of Taylor Ridge (61284)

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.

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