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Concordiensis
The Student Newspaper of Union College

Concordiensis
The Student Newspaper of Union College

Concordiensis
Allyson Bennett

Allyson Bennett, Digital Media Editor

Allyson Bennett ’26 is the current Digital Editor in Chief and former News Editor (from November 2022 to March 2025) 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.

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Union Women's Hockey players celebrate after they score against St. Anslem in the first game of the icebreaker tournament.

[Photo] Women’s Hockey Places Second in Ice Breaker Tournament

Aidan Murphy, Staff Writer
October 23, 2025
Chair of the Board of Trustees Julie Greifer-Swidler ‘79 adorns President Kiss with a sash during her inauguration.

Union College’s First Female President Calls for Curiosity, Courage, and Connection

Allyson Bennett, Digital Media Editor
October 16, 2025
Union Women's Hockey playing against New Hampshire.

[Photo] Union to host Women’s Four-Team Ice Breaker Tournament

Noor El Maayergi, Sports Editor
October 16, 2025
Jack Beacham '28 and David Cooperstein '26 celebrate after Michael Dinardo '27 scores a touchdown at the St. Lawrence game on September 27, 2025.

Union College Football Set for Pivotal Homecoming Game Against Hobart

Allyson Bennett, Digital Media Editor
October 9, 2025
Quinn Dunkle '27, Stephanie Bourque '26, and Monja Wagner '27 defend the net against Merrimack College on October 4, 2025.

Union Women’s Hockey Looks to Extend Historic Start Against UNH

Allyson Bennett, Digital Media Editor
October 9, 2025
Maddie Greco '27 at the Union Field Hockey game against Vassar College.

[Photo] Being One: A Reason for Field Hockey’s Success

Aidan Murphy, Staff Writer
October 9, 2025
Drew Sutton '28 and Ben Muthersbaugh '28 at last year's game against Army West Point on October 6, 2024. Both players are returning to the team this year and look to make a significant impact.

[Photo] A Seamless Transition: Despite Roster Reshuffling, Union Men’s Hockey Retains its Edge

Aidan Murphy, Contributing Writer
October 2, 2025
View of M&T Bank Center from Section 1 before the Women's Hockey game on September 26, 2025.

The Fan’s Guide to M&T Bank Center

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
October 2, 2025
The first page of meeting minutes from the first-ever Kappa Alpha Society meeting on November 26, 1825.

Born in a Dorm Room: Kappa Alpha Society’s Bicentennial at Union

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
September 25, 2025
The women's hockey team after winning the mayor's cup on January 25, 2025.

[Photo] New Rink, New Era: Women’s Hockey Skating into the Next Chapter

Noor El Maayergi, Sports Editor
September 25, 2025
Sam Wodnick ‘29 with a friend during orientation.

Photos of the Week: Friends back on Campus!

Allyson Bennett, Staff Writer
September 18, 2025
Dan Quinn '26 at the football game against Ithaca College on November 2, 2024. The wide receiver ran for a school-record 99 yard touchdown at the game against Susquehanna on September 6, 2025.

[Photo] Record-breaking 99-yard Passing Play Sparks Hope

Aidan Murphy, Contributing Writer
September 18, 2025
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
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