Featured Works
President Mark Putnam has been published in three countries including China and Mexico and in major markets in the United States through The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inside Higher Ed, The Chicago Tribune, Change Magazine, The Des Moines Register, The Sport Digest, D3sports.com, The Cedar Rapids Gazette and more.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Posted March 23, 2021
At Central, we have a heart for others. This shared characteristic continues to be more important than ever.
A Culture of Inclusion
Posted January 14, 2021
Central College is investing time and resources on diversity, equity and belonging in an effort to help the college community deepen its understanding and knowledge of racism and its impact on life and culture.
A Time for Reflection
Posted January 7, 2021
In response to events at the U.S. Capitol, we are called to personal and collective reflection.
Return to Campus Health Initiative
Posted July 2, 2020
Over the past two months, we have been busy preparing for the arrival of our students on campus in August. The college has engaged in significant research and effort with the goal to help Central resume our mission of educating tomorrow’s leaders with maximum safety.
President Mark Putnam Featured on STEM Podcast
Posted June 9, 2020
Central College President Mark Putnam joined the STEM Essential podcast to discuss the importance of STEM in higher education.
We Must Do More
Posted June 2, 2020
We must all do our part to advance the kind of community that will represent Central’s deepest values.
Civitas: We’ve (Almost) Been Through This Before
Posted May 20, 2020
Central has weathered much in its 167-year history.
Civitas: A Faculty Is a Learning Community
Posted February 14, 2020
At Central, we are blessed with a remarkable faculty.
Civitas: Leading With Our Values
Posted November 15, 2019
Central College’s values are part of what drew me to the college nearly a decade ago.
Civitas: Curating an Education
Posted August 15, 2019
One of my happy tasks each year is to write letters of recommendation for seniors.