PELLA, (01/30/2014)(readMedia)-- Area students presented during Undergraduate Scholarship Celebration Days, held Dec. 5 and 12 at Central College. The event provided more than 75 students with the opportunity to showcase their research and projects in a variety of disciplines.
Central College senior Ashley Ramker's presentation was titled "The Effects of Changing Testing Proctor on Students' Exam Scores." Ramker, of Davenport, is majoring in psychology.
Central College senior Cody Doughan's presentation was titled "The Effect of Stretching Protocol on Power Production on Hang Cleans." Doughan, of Bettendorf, is majoring in exercise science.
Central College senior Julie A. Wunder's presentation was titled "The Benefits of Arthroscopic Repair for Patients Suffering a Rotator Cuff Tear." Wunder, of Muscatine, is majoring in athletic training.
Central College is a residential liberal arts college dedicated to the education of 1,500 undergraduate students. Guided by its ecumenical Christian tradition, the college community engages in vigorous, free, open inquiry in pursuit of academic excellence. Founded in 1853, the college is affiliated with the Reformed Church in America and NCAA Division III athletics.
Central is a recognized leader in study abroad as a result of its international, residential programs. Central College is located in Pella, Iowa, a thriving community of 10,000 two minutes from the state's largest lake and 40 minutes southwest of Des Moines. Please visit the college website at www.central.edu.