Central College recognized a special occasion for the oldest known alumna. Wilma Damhof Hoekstra celebrated her 100th birthday Thursday. Wilma has kept her connection to the Central campus strong, with more than 20 family members attending the college. She was honored during homecoming festivities earlier this fall. Wilma is a lifelong educator, having graduated from Central with a teaching certificate in 1943 and returning to earn her Bachelor’s degree in 1969. She taught first grade in Pella for more than 20 years. Now, she shares her knowledge and love for butterflies with the next generation through her book, “Mona and Me.”