Et cetera : Conway named Penquite Scholar at Central

Caitlyn Conway has been named 2016 Geisler Penquite Scholar at Central College and received a scholarship for current and potential leadership in education. Conway, of Blairstown, belongs to Central's teacher preparation program and was selected through a competitive interview process. The Scholars Program is funded by the Geisler Penquite Foundation.

Founded in 1853, Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private, residential four-year liberal arts college known for its academic rigor and strength in global experiential learning, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), sustainability education, athletics success and tradition, and leadership and service. Central continues to value its long-standing relationship with the Reformed Church in America. The college participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the Iowa Conference. Central is an active part of theGreater Des Moines region and just two minutes from Lake Red Rock, Iowa's largest lake.