Central College Common Ground

05/21/2026

Get ready to celebrate Pride! 🏳️‍🌈

05/21/2026

happy summer dutch ☀️❤️✨ as we reflect upon this year, we are grateful for all of our members, allies, alums, and those that support our organization. special thanks to Central College Geisler Library for allowing us to have a display at the end of the year! we will see you in the fall : )

05/06/2026

common ground has had a busy spring! in early April, students attended the 21st annual Governor’s Conference with Iowa Safe Schools ✨ we are again so grateful for Central College allowing us to represent our community and our campus. on that same weekend, students attended the annual ISU Women and Gender studies conference. congratulations to Central’s presenters, Anna Dennis and Keilah Brewer! this past weekend, CG was also able to present for the Out of the Darkness Walk again!

04/17/2026

2026 CHARITY DRAG SHOW 🌼✨🌷

our club is so proud, grateful, and thankful for all of the community, performers, attendees, and supporters of this group. we had an amazing show and got raise an incredible $1,680.10 for our two charities, Iowa MMJ and Iowa Trans Mutual Aid Fund! we couldn't be more grateful for everyone who attends or helps out behind the scenes. we love you all so much and look forward to seeing you at future shows < 3

do you have other pics and videos from the show? shoot us a DM!

04/12/2026

04/10/2026

TRIGGER WARNING: This post discusses themes of sexual violence and trauma. Help is available through ICADV's network of 25 statewide victim service provider organizations here: www.icadv.org/survivorsupport, or the Iowa Victim Service Call Center – 1-800-770-1650 or text “iowahelp” to 20121. All services are free and confidential. You are not alone.

When survivors speak, we must listen.

The majority of instances involving sexual violence are never reported. Not because it didn't happen.

Survivors have learned – through personal experiences, watching what happens to others, and systems that have failed them – that speaking up carries enormous risk.

Fear of not being believed. Shame that was never theirs to carry. Power imbalances that protect the wrong people. And, for survivors who already face the greatest barriers to safety – those most vulnerable to violence – their silence runs even deeper.

As wealth, power, and institutions continue to shield perpetrators, we are witnessing survivors making a rational decision to stay silent. This month, in recognition of , we commit to speaking truth and following survivors' lead.

Join Us and Take Action!

✅ Demand accountability for survivors of Jeffrey Epstein and all those who enabled and protected the ongoing abuse. U.S. Capitol Switchboard: 202-224-3121. Find Iowa legislators at https://www.legis.iowa.gov/legislators/find.

✅ Connect with an advocate and your local program: www.icadv.org/survivorsupport

✅ Share this post. Someone in your network needs to know they are not alone.

04/10/2026

The 2026/27 Scholarship is now open for eligible LGBTQ+ students to apply. If you are an LGBTQ+ student living in or are attending secondary classes in Mahaska, Marion, or Wapello county you may be eligible. Use this link to learn more or to apply: https://forms.gle/Xe75Tgv1twhQGC4ZA

04/09/2026

CHARITY SPOTLIGHT:
Iowa MMJ 🦋 this org provides aid to immigrants and refugees in iowa. additionally, they provide legal services and spread advocacy across the state! they are staying busy and battling legislation in the state. you can support them through yearly, monthly, weekly, or one time donations online, or bring cash to the drag show 🫶

04/02/2026

CHARITY SPOTLIGHT:
Iowa Trans Mutual Aid Fund 🦢 this amazing nonprofit helps fund gender affirming care to iowans. they provide access to clothing, HRT, top/bottom surgery and so much more! they stay busy providing lifesaving care for our neighbors in the state! you can donate on their website or bring cash to the show ✨

03/30/2026

2026 CHARITY DRAG SHOW LINE UP!! our amazing performers are joining us once again, with surprise performances and the time of your life to come. doors open at 7:30. join us to support Iowa Trans Mutual Aid Fund and Iowa MMJ ✨