The Student Newspaper of Union College

Concordiensis
The Student Newspaper of Union College

Concordiensis
The Student Newspaper of Union College

Concordiensis
Allyson Bennett

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer

Allyson Bennett ’26 is a current staff writer and former News Editor at the Concordiensis. She is from Bethesda, Maryland, and studies Economics and Spanish. She views her work as telling a story of what happens on Union’s campus through photography, interviews, and investigative journalism.

All content by Allyson Bennett
Mohawk Harbor Rink under construction.

[Photo] Skate on Over to Mohawk Harbor Rink

Alexander Sano, Staff Writer
January 30, 2025
Hayley Kelleher ‘28 skating at Lovell Academy and Peyton O'Neill ‘28 on media day at Long Island University. Photos courtesy of Kelleher’s and O'Neill’s Instagram accounts.

Women’s Hockey Gains Two Transfers, Loses Two to Portal

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
May 30, 2025
Union Focuses on Balancing Budget Amid Enrollment Decline

Union Focuses on Balancing Budget Amid Enrollment Decline

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
May 30, 2025
The men’s hockey team stands for the National Anthem before their game against St. Lawrence University.

Men’s Hockey Loses Players to Portal, Looking for Two Goaltenders

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
May 30, 2025
Allyson Bennett ’26 poses for a photo, dressed as a lobster.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Lobsterfest 2025 & A Suicide Awareness Walk

Kavita Trivedi, Photo Editor
May 30, 2025
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[Photo] AEVUM: A Dance Club Legacy is Born

Aldo Leal, Contributing Writer
May 30, 2025
HipHop Club performing at AEVUM 2025.

[Photo] Photo Collections

April 26, 2025
Union's spring term final exam schedule. Notice how they all take place in June.

I Love Union College’s Trimester System

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
May 22, 2025
Students cross the finish line of the running portion the Run, Ribs, and Reggae event.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: Run, Ribs, and Reggae, & Fireworks

Kavita Trivedi, Photo Editor
May 22, 2025
Breaking Ground and New Building Information located outside of ISEC.

[Photo] It’s Not Just About Trees: Union’s Historical Aesthetics Have Begun to be Removed

Isobel Petersen, Staff Writer
May 22, 2025
West Dining Hall during dinner.

Union Announces West Closing, Other Major Dining Changes for 2025-2026

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
May 15, 2025
MKTO at Springfest 2025.

[Photo] A Weekend to Remember: Highlights of Springfest 2025

Sienna Chambial, Pop/Culture Editor
May 1, 2025
Tyler Dunbar '27 and Will Felicio '28 at games in the USHL and the University of Michigan. Images courtesy of Dunbar's Instagram and The Michigan Daily.

Men’s Hockey Sees Significant Transfer Portal Traffic

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
April 26, 2025
An order from the tower at the Whistling Kettle on Jay Street.

Sippin’ Through Schenectady

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
April 17, 2025
Incoming Union transfer Cameron Korpi '28 skates before a game at the University of Michigan.

Michigan Hockey Goalie Cameron Korpi Transfers to Union College

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
April 16, 2025
The Dutch Pipers celebrating their Thruway victory with an emotional and endearing embrace while other teams applaud them.

Union’s A Capella Groups Shine at Annual Thruway Competition

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
April 10, 2025
Union Women's Lacrosse celebrates after a goal on April 2nd against RPI.

Tight Matchup for Women’s Lacrosse Senior Day

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
April 10, 2025
John Sula '25 carrying the ball against Ithaca.

Men’s Lacrosse Meets Top Ranked Rival Saturday

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
April 10, 2025
The Dip’s Executive Board smile and pose for a photo at the event.

[Photo] Photos of the Week: The Dip and Spirit Day

Kavita Trivedi, Photo Editor
April 10, 2025
Students participating in the first annual dip in 2013. Suarez and Dreezen did not know that this would become a campus tradition after the first event.

The Dip Enters its 12th Year

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
February 28, 2025
Karianne Engelbert '28 celebrates with her teammates after a goal on January 24.

[Photo] Women’s Hockey Wins First-Ever Playoff Game

Noor El Maayergi, Sports Editor
February 28, 2025

Students Unsatisfied with Off-Campus Release Decisions

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
February 20, 2025
Form 13614-C, the interview sheet used for clients at the tax site. Information there is used to fill out tax returns and obtain tax credits.

Union’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program Going Strong 20 Years Later

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
February 20, 2025
Iyaz performs onstage at the College Park Hall Ballroom.

[Photo] Iyaz and Nott Logical Play to Intimate Crowd at Union

Noor El Maayergi, Sports Editor
February 20, 2025
The women's team holding the cup after their first cup win in five years.

Women’s Hockey Clinches Mayor’s Cup, First Win Since 2020

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
January 30, 2025
The door to the Student Activities Office, located in Reamer 404. The office oversees all Student Forum recognized clubs and organizations.

Clubs Seek Ways to Engage Students

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
January 30, 2025
Two current theme houses on Seward street, Maker and Dance Houses. These buildings will no longer be theme houses next year.

College Removing Several Theme House Options

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
January 16, 2025
The outside of Lippman Hall, where most economics courses take place and professors have their offices. The department currently faces staffing issues.

Popular Majors Face Staffing Issues

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
November 7, 2024
The Nott Memorial during a snow storm.

How U Can Spend Winter Break

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
November 7, 2024
Members of Union’s football defensive line celebrating after a tackle.

Homecoming Weekend 2024 in Review

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
October 31, 2024
A hockey puck from Union’s own Messa Rink, similar to the one that hit Will. He still has the puck that hit him on October 19.

Student Sends Accidental Mass Email After Receiving Hockey Head-Blow

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
October 31, 2024

The 2024 Campus Safety Report in Review

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
October 17, 2024
Advertisements for two winter term courses on campus. Posters similar to these can be found on walls and elevators around campus.

Our Recommendations for your Gen Eds

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
October 17, 2024
BBNO$ jamming along to his songs with the crowd.

BBNO$ Performs in CPH!

Craig Efrati and Allyson Bennett
October 26, 2023
Ryan Cudworth ‘25, Gabby Baratier ‘25, and Jason D’Amico ‘24 marching.

Students March with Local YWCA Group to End Domestic Violence

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
October 26, 2023
Angelica Mosher '26, Lauren Leavitt '26, and Kate Cobb '25 at Toll Day 2023.

Students Serve the City Community on Toll Day

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
October 12, 2023
Homecoming banner on campus.

Union Celebrates 100 Years of Homecoming

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
October 5, 2023
Location where the mailboxes used to be. The mail room sits behind the wall.

Mailboxes Removed in Reamer

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
September 19, 2024
A UVOTE sticker, given to students who register to vote.

[Photo] Your Guide to Voting in 2024

Matthew Lowry, 807 Editor
September 19, 2024
Members of the class of 1974 celebrate their 50th ReUnion. This was the first class where women could complete their 4 year bachelor's degrees.

ReUnion 2024 Recap

Allyson Bennett, News Editor
May 30, 2024
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