In the News
President Mark Putnam has shared his insights through a variety of platforms, including podcasts, radio, newspapers and magazines, reaching audiences from Washington, D.C. to Mexico and back to the Des Moines area. Explore his mentions in these notable publications.
In Depth with Dr. Bob Leonard
Dr. Bob Leonard of KNIA/KRLS in Pella interviewed Mark Putnam, Central College president, on the significant challenges facing smaller, private colleges nationwide and how Central is responding. Listen to the podcast here
In Depth with Dr. Bob Leonard
Dr. Bob Leonard of KNIA/KRLS interviewed Mark Putnam, Central College president, for the 10th in a 10 part series on Back to School. What’s important in order to be successful in college and life after college?
Green Credentials: Central Nationally Ranked
Green Credentials: Central Nationally Ranked, Television, WHO TV 13, Des Moines, Iowa, interview, feature, May 16, 2013.
In Depth with Dr. Bob Leonard
In Depth with Dr. Bob Leonard, Radio, KNIA/KRLS, Pella, Iowa, featured appearance, Diversity at Central College, April 17, 2013.
Let’s Talk Pella
President Mark Putnam talks with KNIA/KRLS about tuition and higher education.
The One to Count On
President Mark Putnam Comments on Central’s Lockdown Procedure
KNIA/KRLS interviewed President Mark Putnam Dec. 19 about Central’s processes in locking down the college when an incident was unfolding near campus Dec. 17. Read more
Mission-Driven, Market-Smart
Inside Higher Ed, August 15, 2012
In the face of concerns about market constraints on tuition, liberal arts colleges are starting to promote existing strengths to new groups, including corporate partners. Read reporter Kevin Kiley’s piece featuring Central College
In Depth: Central President Mark Putnam on Education Reform
KNIA/KRLS, March 16, 2012
President Putnam was featured in an interview with Dr. Bob Leonard on KNIA/KRLS.
Leaders on Thinking
Leaders on Thinking blog, Feb. 23, 2012
President Putnam was interviewed for the Leaders on Thinking blog. See excerpts
APPA Thought Leaders Series
APPA Thought Leaders Series, 2011
President Putnam was invited to participate in the APPA Thought Leaders Series. Read the report, Workplace Demographics and Technology: Challenges and Opportunities to the Campus Mission, Including the Top Facilities Issues.