A small college with lots of spirit, set in a quaint town with a rich history and traditions. A close-knit community is found here and the faculty is wonderful. Central is the school that is going to help me create a better future for myself and others.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Make sure you know what it is you want most from your school, be it an education, a social life, a chance to give back to the community, or small classes. For me Central is all these things and more, but that's based on the levels I want, each person has their own needs. So make sure to know what you want beforehand and ask the questions to find out if Central is the best fit for you, just try to ask more than one person as everybody has different experiences. Don't forget to take the tour, even if you chose not to come, you don't want to miss out on see the campus.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
The faculty is great, though I have had some teachers I didn't care for that much the wonderful thing about Central is I can dodge any classes they teach and still get my degree. The classes are challenging but well worth the effort, if your coming to Central, be aware that you will have to apply yourself if you want to get good grades, you can't just goof around. But if you come the education is worth it and most of the teachers are wonderful at their jobs and very willing to work with you until you understand the curriculum, plus the student instructors are extremely helpful if you need them.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
At Central there's a little bit of everything for everyone. We're supposed to be a dry campus, but parties still go on and alcohol still gets is, but I highly discourage the practice as you or your parents are paying a pretty penny to for you to get an education, not party. Policy is strict when alcohol is found, but not bad from what I've heard. Otherwise the dorms are great, but if you have seasonal allergies I advise trying hard to get into one of the air conditioned dorms as summers are hot here and your allergies will act up.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
If you're a picky eater like me, there are some nights and days where it's hard to find something you like to eat. Also it seems at times like there is a lot of greasy food, if you don't like salad all the time and cold sandwiches for dinner. However, Central does have a pretty good variety and if they aren't serving anything that suits your palate there a plenty of nearby restaurants to pick from and a couple of small stores.
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
That all depends on what you define as fun. For me fun is reading a good book or watching a great movie. But if you like to shop or such, there aren't really any places like that in Pella. Luckily, Des Moines isn't that long of a drive away and there are plenty activities for fun to be had there.
A small college with lots of spirit, set in a quaint town with a rich history and traditions. A close-knit community is found here and the faculty is wonderful. Central is the school that is going to help me create a better future for myself and others.
Make sure you know what it is you want most from your school, be it an education, a social life, a chance to give back to the community, or small classes. For me Central is all these things and more, but that's based on the levels I want, each person has their own needs. So make sure to know what you want beforehand and ask the questions to find out if Central is the best fit for you, just try to ask more than one person as everybody has different experiences. Don't forget to take the tour, even if you chose not to come, you don't want to miss out on see the campus.
The faculty is great, though I have had some teachers I didn't care for that much the wonderful thing about Central is I can dodge any classes they teach and still get my degree. The classes are challenging but well worth the effort, if your coming to Central, be aware that you will have to apply yourself if you want to get good grades, you can't just goof around. But if you come the education is worth it and most of the teachers are wonderful at their jobs and very willing to work with you until you understand the curriculum, plus the student instructors are extremely helpful if you need them.
At Central there's a little bit of everything for everyone. We're supposed to be a dry campus, but parties still go on and alcohol still gets is, but I highly discourage the practice as you or your parents are paying a pretty penny to for you to get an education, not party. Policy is strict when alcohol is found, but not bad from what I've heard. Otherwise the dorms are great, but if you have seasonal allergies I advise trying hard to get into one of the air conditioned dorms as summers are hot here and your allergies will act up.
If you're a picky eater like me, there are some nights and days where it's hard to find something you like to eat. Also it seems at times like there is a lot of greasy food, if you don't like salad all the time and cold sandwiches for dinner. However, Central does have a pretty good variety and if they aren't serving anything that suits your palate there a plenty of nearby restaurants to pick from and a couple of small stores.
That all depends on what you define as fun. For me fun is reading a good book or watching a great movie. But if you like to shop or such, there aren't really any places like that in Pella. Luckily, Des Moines isn't that long of a drive away and there are plenty activities for fun to be had there.