Local students graduate from Central College

PELLA — Central College recognized 249 graduates during Commencement 2025 on May 10, in Ron and Joyce Schipper Stadium on Central's campus.

Allison Blad of Fremont earned a bachelor's degree cum laude majoring in Accounting.

Drake Drish of Fairfield earned a bachelor's degree cum laude majoring in Kinesiology.

Emma Lenox of Fremont earned a bachelor's degree majoring in Sociology.

Kaylee Peiffer of Packwood earned a bachelor's degree cum laude majoring in Art and English.

Claire Pettit of Fairfield earned a bachelor's degree summa cum laude majoring in Sociology.

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.