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Lizzy Hoffmann and Sammy Lewandowski sit together in the sun. Lewandowski believes that the RA teams at Bethel do a unique job at hosting dorm events compared to other colleges. “I definitely feel like there was just more of a personable aspect. We get to know our residents really well so we can cater our events to what they actually want to get out of it,” Lewandowski said.
A freshman phenomenon
Bethel Student Government's old office doors are closed for construction to create space for the new office of Bethel University’s president, Ross Allen.
The office reshuffle: Who’s going where and why it matters
Photo submitted by Josie Harms
Bethel University graduate Josie Harms takes on the position of South Dakota press secretary
Numbers from 2025 winter welcome week
Sophie Jacques and Sophia Najarian laugh as they make eggs for breakfast in their newly renovated Turnwall dorm. The two roommates had lived in Heritage Hall for two months, where they weren’t able to cook like they had originally planned.
Turnwall residents temporarily evicted due to mold
Emily Christiansen and Taylor Hanson talk all things love in episode two of "A Little Bit of Everything."
All things love
20 songs to get you up on a cold morning
20 songs to get you up on a cold morning
Lizzy Hoffmann and Sammy Lewandowski sit together in the sun. Lewandowski believes that the RA teams at Bethel do a unique job at hosting dorm events compared to other colleges. “I definitely feel like there was just more of a personable aspect. We get to know our residents really well so we can cater our events to what they actually want to get out of it,” Lewandowski said.
A freshman phenomenon
Rivers and roads: The paths followed during study abroad
Rivers and roads: The paths followed during study abroad
Emily Christiansen and Sadie Buteyn record the pilot episode of A Little Bit of Everything with Emily Christiansen.
Another Clarion podcast? It’s Emily’s fault
St. Olaf junior forward Jonathan Panisa scores the third-seeded Oles’ third goal of the MIAC semifinal game against second-seeded Bethel University Saturday, March 1 at the National Sports Center. Bethel led by one goal for most of the game, but the Oles responded in the third period with three goals in the span of nine minutes and 11 seconds. “They hang around until we make a mistake,” Royals head coach Chris Mckelvie said. “And it’s kind of a mirror image of last year in the playoffs.”
Royals come up empty-handed once again in MIAC playoffs
The Bethel University women's basketball team lines up side-by-side with Bethel's student section. Energy was high during the MIAC championship Saturday, thanks in large part to the student section.
Royals fall just shy of MIAC playoff championship
The Bethel University and St. Olaf College men’s hockey teams tussle in front of the net during the Royals 3-1 win over the Oles on Friday Feb. 22 at Bethel University Arena. “We’ve already played St.Olaf three times,” junior center Jack Brown said. “Playing another MIAC team, especially a team that we lost to in the championship, just builds up even more momentum.”
Rivalry renewed: Royals and Oles set for playoff battle once again
Fifth-year guard Anna Garfield (14) celebrates an and-one three-pointer with team captain Rosie Penke (left), team captain Colette “Coco” Duininck (center) and fifth-year forward Lydia Hay (right). This season’s Bethel women’s basketball team has centered itself around its cohesion – a large contributor to the success of the team. “We just hype each other up so much,” junior Rosie Penke said. “Which is really fun, even if it's a joke. We're just cheering for each other so much.”
A long time coming
Senior forward Braeden Bartoo handles the puck in the offensive corner as linemate Shane Lavelle sits in the slot during the Royals’ 3-1 win against the Oles on Friday night at the National Sports Center. Their line had a number of scoring chances in the game. | Photo by Amy Holmberg
1-1 series secures Royals and Oles’ rematch in the MIAC semifinals
20 songs to get you up on a cold morning
20 songs to get you up on a cold morning
A 1,500 word tribute to a special sandwich
Love is a towed car, PACER test and a stale candy heart
Love is a towed car, PACER test and a stale candy heart
Bethel University’s “Cinderella”: A humorous take on the classic fairytale
Does anyone know what a pink Pilates strut pop phase is?
Emily Christiansen and Taylor Hanson talk all things love in episode two of "A Little Bit of Everything."
All things love
Emily Christiansen and Sadie Buteyn record the pilot episode of A Little Bit of Everything with Emily Christiansen.
Another Clarion podcast? It’s Emily’s fault
4 Nations, NBA All Star weekend and “what-ifs”
Super Bowl recap, college hoops preview and trivia games
Ball Knowledge with Cooper Drews
Ball Knowledge with Cooper Drews
Emily Christiansen and Taylor Hanson talk all things love in episode two of "A Little Bit of Everything."
All things love
Emily Christiansen and Sadie Buteyn record the pilot episode of A Little Bit of Everything with Emily Christiansen.
Another Clarion podcast? It’s Emily’s fault
4 Nations, NBA All Star weekend and “what-ifs”
Super Bowl recap, college hoops preview and trivia games
Ball Knowledge with Cooper Drews
Ball Knowledge with Cooper Drews
TFTB: What's the most embarrassing thing you wore in middle school?
TFTB: What’s the most embarrassing thing you wore in middle school?
TFTB: Tell us about your first crush
TFTB: Tell us about your first crush
TFTB: What's something your mom doesn't know about you?
TFTB: What’s something your mom doesn’t know about you?
The Student News Site of Bethel University

The Clarion
The Student News Site of Bethel University

The Clarion
Taylor Hanson

Taylor Hanson, Editor-in-chief

Taylor Hanson, 20, is a junior organizational communications major with a journalism minor. In her free time, she can be found planning her next trip (that she doesn’t have money for), people watching in the DC, finding cool restaurants in the cities or scootering with her friends around campus. 

tmh46942@bethel.edu

 

All content by Taylor Hanson

All things love

Emily Christiansen and Taylor Hanson
March 25, 2025
20 songs to get you up on a cold morning

20 songs to get you up on a cold morning

Taylor Hanson, Rachael Van Rossum, Sadie Buteyn, and Laura Hunt
March 18, 2025
Love is a towed car, PACER test and a stale candy heart

Love is a towed car, PACER test and a stale candy heart

Taylor Hanson, Kathryn Kovalenko, and Emily Christiansen
February 14, 2025
Will anybody read it?

Will anybody read it?

Taylor Hanson
January 22, 2025

Who are Bethel students voting for?

Kathryn Kovalenko, Taylor Hanson, and Devanie Andre
November 5, 2024
Bethel University students worship during chapel service, Wednesday Sept. 25, 2024. The “Come and See” Chapel series is a deep dive into the Gospel of John, beckoning students to experience the fullness of the Lord. “For the first time, at Bethel, the entire community is studying the Gospel of John. We’re doing the same thing, talking the same language, pursuing and asking to hear from God using the same content. It unifies our campus in a unique and neat way,” campus pastor, Nick Cocalis, said.

Worship on campus: A season of spiritual awakening

Taylor Hanson
October 7, 2024

Would you believe me if I told you I’m lonely?

Taylor Hanson
September 24, 2024
POP Culture frozen yogurt shop closing Sunday

POP Culture frozen yogurt shop closing Sunday

Taylor Hanson
September 20, 2024

How to live with a biokinetics major

Taylor Hanson
May 14, 2024
Shalom Sulungaine passes the baton to Abbie Swenson during their 4x400 relay Saturday, April 13. The women’s team has been breaking records all season and the athletes were excited to compete on their home track. “Kelsie always tells me, ‘You being stressed means you care,’” Swenson said. “‘If you weren’t stressed then I’d be concerned.’”

Four laps, four girls, one team

Taylor Hanson
May 14, 2024

How to live with a kindergarten teacher

Taylor Hanson
April 3, 2024
Doubles partners Emma Thole and Michaella Sullivan practice at the outdoor Ona Orth courts March 7, 2024. They have had impressive performances together all season, helping the women’s team in their 11-0 record. “I play second doubles with Emma and it’s been a lot of fun,” Sullivan said. “She’s a good leader for me and I think we work really well together.”

More than the wins

Taylor Hanson
April 1, 2024
How to live with an athlete

How to live with an athlete

Taylor Hanson
February 23, 2024

Game changers: Five sports culture favorites

Taylor Hanson
February 22, 2024
Assistant Women’s Basketball Coach Rachel Ranke stands under a basketball hoop during practice while she rebounds for the players. “Coaching women, I feel like I can see myself in some of the girls,” Ranke said. “So it allows me to be more empathetic, more understanding and more relatable. And I think it’s important to have a coach like that.”

From player to coach

Taylor Hanson
December 4, 2023

There’s something about Christmas time…

Taylor Hanson
November 30, 2023

Game changers: Five sports culture favorites

Taylor Hanson
November 30, 2023

Men’s basketball starts the season 0-1

Taylor Hanson
November 16, 2023
Game changers: Five sports culture favorites

Game changers: Five sports culture favorites

Taylor Hanson and Ella Roberts
October 13, 2023
Wide receiver Will Eliason kicks a punt return during the Royal's game against the Wartburg Knights. The next Bethel football showing be their homecoming game next Saturday, Sept. 30, against Gustavus Adolphus.

Bethel University vs. Saint John’s

Taylor Hanson
September 24, 2023
A “Cruel Summer”

A “Cruel Summer”

Taylor Hanson
September 14, 2023
Senior soccer player Izzy Smith cheers her team on against Crown College from the sidelines Wednesday, Sept. 6. “I know it’s going to be hard to say goodbye. But with the team we have now, there’s already so much laughter, so much joy and so much freedom,” Smith said.

Run it back

Taylor Hanson
September 14, 2023
Wide receiver Joey Kidder leaps to catch a ball during Saturday’s game. The pass was incomplete.

Wartburg College vs. Bethel University

Taylor Hanson
September 11, 2023
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