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Jessica Holtz 1999
North Central Alum Jessica Holtz has had a very exciting and successful career as gymnastics coach in Aurora, IL.
Concert Choir immersed in Italian musical history and tradition
A first-ever European tour to Rome, Venice and Florence March 16-24 gave North Central’s Concert Choir an immersion in musical history and tradition.
Joe Birkett '77
Joe Birkett ’77 in December was sworn in as a justice of the 2nd District Appellate Court in Elgin, IL.
D-Term Trip to Berlin: Bad weather turns to opportunity
18 North Central students, a professor, and a staff member turn disaster into opportunity when stranded in Berlin, Germany.
A Thriving Global Community
North Central College has established a strong, diverse global community, including study abroad opportunities and special events.
President's Message
President Hal Wilde discusses the progress the school has made in the becoming more global.
New American Colleges and Universities Fellow Adds to Science Lore
J. Burton Kirkwood used his sabbatical as a New American Colleges and Universities fellow at North Central during fall term 2010.
Dr. Carl C. Gamertsfelder '35: A Witness to the Launch of the Nuclear Age
"It seemed a little magical to me,” was how the late Dr. Carl C. Gamertsfelder ’35 described the nuclear reaction that took place at the University of Chicago.
Christine Ross ’11 in Prague
Ross embraced her passion for internationalism by completing her student-teaching requirement at a British International School in Prague.
Kai Ruggeri ’06 in Europe
In five years since graduation, Kai Ruggeri ’06 has accomplished many things including completing a postdoctorate in Portugal.
A Legacy of Building Friendships Abroad
From as early as 1875, the College had developed ties with Japan and China through the mission work of the Evangelical Church.
Naoko Takada ’13 : Finding her way to north central
Today, North Central College attracts international students who seek to pursue majors in business, math, and the sciences—even musical theatre.
Andrei Guruianu: The Immigrant Experience
Growing up in Romania during the 1980s under an oppressive regime was “normal” for Andrei Guruianu, assistant professor of English.
Test Subjects Enjoy the Experiment
Nine professors and their students are test subjects in a Learning Studio Research classroom.
Strengthening church partnerships: Albright-Wesley Society
In an effort to strengthen the bonds between North Central College and United Methodist churches, the college has reestablished the Albright-Wesley Society.
Prestigious scholarship rewards special motivation
Peggy Moran knows the exact moment that altered her life.
Rosie outlook for soccer and lacrosse
The women’s soccer and lacrosse teams are receiving inspiration and motivation from an unlikely source: 6-year-old Rosie Colucci.
Thomas P. Moore '52
Thomas P. Moore was inducted into the Crawford County Veterans Hall of Fame in November 2010.
John Daniels '69
John Daniels was named a top attorney for 2010 in “Wisconsin Super Lawyers".
Lynda Buric Elliott '70
Lynda Buric Elliott published “Children’s Songs of the Southwest” in 2010.