STUDENTS NAMED TO HONOR ROLL AT BETHANY COLLEGE

January 4, 2022

LINDSBORG, KAN., Jan. 4th 2022 – Nearly 257 Bethany College students have earned semester honors for their academic performance during the Fall 2021 semester and have been named to the Honor Roll.

To qualify for the academic honor, students must be enrolled full-time and earn a semester grade point average of 3.5 and above. 95 students earned a GPA of 4.0.



Bethany College, established by Swedish Lutheran immigrants in 1881, is a college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. The mission of Bethany College is to educate, develop, and challenge individuals to reach for truth and excellence as they lead lives of faith, learning, and service. At Bethany, students join a community of dedicated educators and caring mentors who walk alongside them as they discover, explore, and navigate the path to their purpose. Bethany College is on the Web at www.bethanylb.edu and is located in Lindsborg, Kansas, the fine arts and crafts capital of the state.


Zachary J. Able - Management - Lindsborg, KS

John R. Adams - Business Administration - Concordia, KS

Jacob E. Adams - Biology - Lindsborg, KS

Cambree L. Aguirre - Exercise Science - Valley Mills, TX

Keelan M. Aita - Exercise Science - Bennington, KS

Kiley N. Aldridge - Accounting - Salina, KS

Jeb S. Allen - History-Political Sci - Salina, KS

Frita R. Amor - Elementary Education K-6 - Makawao, HI

Kristin L. Anguiano - 3D Comp Animation - McPherson, KS

Allison C. Applequist - General Studies - Hays, KS

Dylan A. Archuleta - Video Game Design - Lindsborg, KS

Callie T. Arnold - English - Hillsboro, KS

Kaden A. Aroum - General Studies - McPherson, KS

Amanda H. Avila - Elementary Education K-6 - San Gabriel, CA

Leah K. Ayers - English Teaching 6-12 - Geneseo, KS

Melonie A. Baca - Exercise Science - Wichita, KS

Hannah K. Banko - Exercise Science - Parker, CO

Jacob A. Barnes - Health Phys Ed PreK-12 - Kensington, KS

Aidan M. Bean - Management - Litchfield Park, AZ

Daniel M. Beck - Business Administration - Keller, TX

Kayleigh E. Bishop - General Studies - Derby, KS

Douglas O. Blankenship - Accounting - Longmont, CO

Jaden B. Blansett - Business Administration - Holcomb, KS

Hunter J. Blix - Criminal Justice - Roseburg, OR

Hollie M. Blomberg - Psychology - Lindsborg, KS

Elyse M. Boden - Music Teach/Voc/PreK-12 - Goessel, KS

Esteban E. Bojorquez - Finance - Arlington , TX

Hayden D. Borton - Business/Economics - Firestone, CO

Masen W. Bosworth - Elementary Education K-6 - Alma, KS

Addison N. Botkin - Management - Topeka, KS

Justice M. Brackney - Biology - Parsons, KS

Nicholas J. Brackney - Sports Management - Allen, TX

Katelyn B. Brandt - English - Salina, KS

Natasha R. Braun - Biology - Mulvane, KS

Sean P. Brogdon - Business/Economics - Denton, TX

Karli A. Brott - Criminal Justice - White City, KS

Tanner W. Browne - 3D Comp Animation - Hesston, KS

Katie M. Buchanan - Art Teach PreK-12 - Salina, KS

Brianna P. Buck - Marketing - Richmond, TX

Miranda A. Burke - Psychology - Salina, KS

Logan M. Burr - Music/Performance - Salina, KS

Hope L. Burton - Mathematics - Bakersfield, CA

Jameson R. Bush - Management - Monument, CO

Tamia R. Butler - Criminal Justice - Yuma, AZ

Jaxon R. Cabrera - Management/International - Loveland, CO

Julie E. Callan - Criminal Justice - Colorado Springs, CO

Alyssa J. Cardenas - Marketing - Euless, TX

Dylan R. Carrier - Accounting - Lindsborg, KS

Kyra A. Case - English Teaching 6-12 - Leoti, KS

Rayleen R. Castro - Elementary Education K-6 - Redlands, CA

Lesley E. Chalmers - Exercise Science - Millarville, AB

Molly A. Chitty - Management - Gypsum, KS

Franco Hernandez Colman - Video Game Design - San Jose de Mayo

Tannah M. Colson - Health Phys Ed PreK-12 - Huntington, TX

Sophie M. Craft - English Teaching 6-12 - Salina, KS

Melinda M. Cratty - Criminal Justice - San Clemente, CA

Chelsey L. Crawford - Social Science Teaching - Salina, KS

Brandie L. Cruz - Psychology - Lindsborg, KS

Aaron A. Dahle-Tillak - Psychology - Kihei, HI

Avery R. Dauer - Management - Lindsborg, KS

Logan M. Dawes - Psychology - McPherson, KS

Nicolas E. De La Torre - Management - Pflugerville, TX

Avrile A. De Leon - Biology - San Antonio, TX

RayShawn L. Dearmon - Criminal Justice - Colorado Springs, CO

Vukasin Dimic - Business Administration - Belgrade

Amaya M. Dungan - Music/Performance - Salina, KS

Mason S. Dyck - Criminal Justice - Moundridge, KS

Leah R. Eddings - Finance - Gypsum, KS

Kayla J. Eggly - Accounting - Newbury Park, CA

David A. Espinal Evangelista - General Studies - Cleveland, OH

Destiny A. Espinosa - Biology - El Paso, TX

Kaitlin N. Estes - General Studies - Burney, CA

Shantell M. Evans - General Studies - Aztec, NM

Josiah N. Evans - General Studies - Long Branch, NJ

Destiny L. Everhart - Graphic Design Focus - Salina, KS

Hannah M. Ferguson - Sports Management - Clay Center, KS

Luis C. Fierro Cortes - Biology - Salina, KS

Carson P. Finke - Psychology - Minneola, KS

Haylee M. Foote - Psychology - Bartlesville, OK

Samuel E. Foster - Mathematics - Salina, KS

Kelsie M. Gack - General Studies - Salina, KS

Lindsey M. Gack - Psychology - Salina, KS

Elena Martinez Galvan - Mathematics Teaching - Salina, KS

Maria Flores Garcia - Biology - Salina, KS

Jesse D. Gardner - General Studies - Leoti, KS

Brandon I. Garza - Business Administration - Lyford, TX

Gracelyn L. Gaskill - Chemistry - Lindsborg, KS

Halle R. Giddings - Art Teach PreK-12 - McPherson, KS

Patrick C. Giersch - Criminal Justice - Salina, KS

Lauren H. Gleason - Elementary Education K-6 - Dodge City, KS

Taylor J. Goff - Video Game Design - Manhattan, KS

Kaden P. Goff - Biology - West Linn, OR

Meghan G. Goff - Biology - Spring Hill, KS

Emma C. Gray - Criminal Justice - Tomball, TX

Lyric D. Green - Elementary Education K-6 - Valparaiso, IN

Emily R. Green - Health Phys Ed PreK-12 - Stafford, KS

Jessica L. Greer - Criminal Justice - Salina, KS

Tia D. Gregory - Psychology - Independence, KS

Amaris L. Guerra - Biology - Pasadena, TX

Juan R. Guerra - Management - Laredo, TX

Indigo A. Guise - Video Game Design - Salina, KS

Rudolph J. Haberer - Business Administration - Luray, KS

Tyler R. Hammond - History-Political Sci - Salina, KS

Brooke M. Harrison - Communication & Theatre - Canyon Lake, CA

Maggie S. Heath - Biology - Wellsville, KS

Alyssa D. Hedges - Elementary Education K-6 - Salina, KS

Paige M. Henry - Exercise Science - Wichita, KS

Mauricio A. Hernandez De Santis - Exercise Science - Kissimmee , FL

Ana M. Herrin - Business/Economics - Waxahachie, TX

Caleb N. Hildebrand - History-Political Sci - Sapulpa, OK

Lauren S. Hogue - Sports Management - Frisco, TX

Alexa J. Hutchins-Talbott - Psychology - Ellsworth, KS

Martin F. Hyvarinen - General Studies - Orebro

Sarah A. Iskra - Graphic Design Focus - Woodland Park, CO

Kylie K. Jacobs - Psychology - Fremont, CA

Myranda C. Jimenez - Criminal Justice - Cathedral City, CA

Koy W. Jorgensen - Mathematics Pre-Engineer - Greeley, CO

Paige M. Joyce - Elementary Education K-6 - Salina, KS

Sierra S. Kimbrough - Biology - Webb City, MO

Logan B. Kirby - General Studies - Martinez, CA

Keith A. Klassen - Business Administration - Salina, KS

Allison M. Korb - Marketing - Salina, KS

Luke J. Krajicek - Exercise Science - Salina, KS

Kyle J. Kronmiller - Business/Economics - Salina, KS

Taryn C. Kuhn - Biology - Norton, KS

Noah C. Lackey - Business Administration - Lindsborg, KS

Christian J. LaCount - Music Teach/Voc/PreK-12 - Wichita, KS

Grace Ladner - Music/Performance - Lawrence, KS

Aubrey E. Larson - Music Teach/Voc/PreK-12 - Russell, KS

Akhiri B. Lester - Psychology - Smithville, TX

Ida M. Lihufvudh - Business/Economics - Balsta

Larus G. Long - Finance - Vestmannaeyjar

Angelina B. Lopez - Biology - Des Moines, NM

Callissa M. Lucero - Psychology - Denver, CO

Zackary M. Luttrell-Fields - Biology - Olathe, KS

Jose F. Madrid Ron - Management/International - Katy, TX

Eden J. Mallory - General Studies - Arlington, TX

DeLaynee H. Malone - Elementary Education K-6 - Clute, TX

Marcelle S. Manatrey - Elementary Education K-6 - Valparaiso, IN

Preston A. Marcus - Exercise Science - Richmond, TX

Trenton A. Marshall - General Studies - Salina, KS

Sasha R. Martello - General Studies - Oxnard, CA

Quentin R. Mata Figueroa - Chemistry - Houston, TX

Elizabeth M. McCoy - Graphic Design Focus - Sylvan Grove, KS

Abigal R. McDaniel - Criminal Justice - Quinlan, TX

Hunter D. McGuire - Biology - Claflin, KS

Kierstyn C. McMillen - Exercise Science - Stanberry, MO

Danielle McSeveney - Exercise Science - Newcastle, New S Wales

Mya E. Meece - General Studies - Gainesville, TX

Nicholas C. Mendoza - Exercise Science - Corpus Christi, TX

Joep W. Mokkink - Business Administration - Voorburg

Ravin N. Moore - Psychology - Kansas City, MO

Jah-Kez J. Moore - Accounting - Palmdale, CA

Jerika D. Moore - Exercise Science - Canon City, CO

Sergio Jr. Morales-Diaz - General Studies - Wichita, KS

Grace E. Mosher - General Studies - Chapman, KS

Zeke J. Mumford - Exercise Science - Evanston Park

Caitlin R. Myers - Art Teach PreK-12 - Mountain City, TX

Parker J. Myers - Social Science Teaching - Auburn, KS

Samantha J. Nason - Psychology - Goodfield, IL

Lexi B. Neel - Exercise Science - Sylvan Grove, KS

Parker E. Nelson - General Studies - Saratoga Springs, UT

Elise O. Nelson - Music Teach/Voc/PreK-12 - Lindsborg, KS

Tiffany D. Nelson - General Studies - Pawnee Rock, KS

Kaetlyn M. Newell - Biology - Salina, KS

Corgan P. Nickelson - Psychology - Norton, KS

Whitney D. Nightingale - Health Phys Ed PreK-12 - Galva, KS

Makenzie T. Noll - Elementary Education K-6 - Colorado Springs, CO

Kenneth J. O'Farrill - Exercise Science - Loiza, PR

Inioluwa E. Ojo - Exercise Science - Katy, TX

Hannah M. Oswald - Elementary Education K-6 - Herington, KS

Dominique N. Palmer - Psychology - Picton

Rylee T. Paramore - Elementary Education K-6 - Perry, KS

Rebecca N. Peregrino - Business Administration - Crestone, CO

Jolie I. Pickrell - Biology - Salina, KS

Ryan M. Pierce - Marketing - Colorado Springs, CO

Madison P. Price - 3D Comp Animation - Salina, KS

Tatiyana R. Pugh - Elementary Education K-6 - McPherson, KS

R'Manie S. Pulling - Communication & Theatre - Aurora, CO

Chase L. Pywell - Sports Management - Lindsborg, KS

Victoria R. Quintana - Biology - Westminster, CO

Madeline P. Reeves - Biology - Andover, KS

Sarah G. Reiner - Psychology - Highlands Ranch, CO

Madison G. Repp - Music/Performance - Lindsborg, KS

Zephra E. Rice - Studio Art - McPherson, KS

Leilani K. Rife - Exercise Science - Beebe, AR

Abigail K. Rishel-Barnett - Music Teach/Voc/PreK-12 - Lindsborg, KS

Leah M. Rivera - Business Administration - Pueblo, CO

Marissa B. Roberts - Elementary Education K-6 - Salina, KS

Matthew D. Rodriguez - Marketing - New Rochelle, NY

Isaiah B. Romero - Mathematics Pre-Engineer - Denver, CO

Allison L. Rosa - Business/Economics - Edna, TX

Lindsey E. Russell - Management - Plano, TX

Alyssa B. Russell - Management - Salina, KS

Tinotenda B. Sabau - Accounting - Harare

Jonah L. Sanders - Accounting - Frederick, CO

Tyler A. Schoenberger - Business/Economics - Oakley, KS

Madison A. Scholl - Exercise Science - Lubbock, TX

Gretchen F. Schultz - English Teaching 6-12 - Overland Park, KS

Julie A. Schwindt - Biology - La Crosse, KS

Trace S. Scott - Biology - Lindsborg, KS

Jenna R. Shanks - Elementary Education K-6 - McPherson, KS

Sarah A. Sheppard - Studio Art - Rigby, ID

Evan M. Simmons - 3D Comp Animation - Hutchinson, KS

Kevin Sithole - Accounting - Marondera

Kort W. Sjogren - General Studies - Lindsborg, KS

Nicolas T. Slavin - Management - Olathe, KS

Tabitha L. Slechta - Psychology - McPherson, KS

Dylan A. Smith - Exercise Science - Stillwater, OK

Maren G. Smith - Studio Art - Salina, KS

Mark A. Smith, Jr. - Exercise Science - Stillwater, OK

Silva Rayan Sousa - Exercise Science - Fortaleza

Dailyn J. Spencer - Marketing - Tulsa, OK

Ashlon D. Stanford - Elementary Education K-6 - McPherson, KS

Holly Y. Stanley - Exercise Science - Lindsborg, KS

Megan R. Stegall - Accounting - Dacono, CO

Parker C. Stevens - Criminal Justice - Clearwater, KS

Jaden P. Stewart - Business Administration - Fruita, CO

Taryn B. Stout - Pre-Profession Art Thera - Sterling, KS

Danialle R. Strella - Elementary Education K-6 - Salina, KS

Shelbey P. Talbott - Management - Ellsworth, KS

Jackson J. Thaemert - Health Phys Ed PreK-12 - De Soto, KS

Rayna L. Thomason - Elementary Education K-6 - Blanchard, OK

Jonathon M. Threlkeld - Graphic Design Focus - Lewis, KS

MaKayla R. Thull - Criminal Justice - Salina , KS

Roodley D. Toussaint - Psychology - Port Saint Lucie, FL

Keith L. Traylor - Business Edu Teaching 6-12 - Lindsborg, KS

Jackson S. Troutman - Business Administration - Keller, TX

Benjamin B. Turner - Social Science Teaching - Peyton, CO

Kisa K. Unruh - General Studies - Dodge City, KS

Devorah M. Urea - Criminal Justice - Kyle, TX

Jordan L. Valentine - Exercise Science - Colorado Springs, CO

Brett W. Versluys - Criminal Justice - Salina, KS

Luca Visan-Hara - Management - Edison, NJ

Antonia M. Waggoner - Pre-Profession Art Thera - Salina, KS

Andreas A. Wahlgren - Mathematics Pre-Engineer - Stockholm

Elaina K. Wald - Elementary Education K-6 - Moundridge, KS

Jalen J. Washington - Accounting - Norwalk, CA

River G. Weaverling - Social Science Teaching - Salina, KS

- Communication & Theatre - Apo , NY

Zachary J. Willard - Business Administration - Fort Worth, TX

Peyton A. Williams - Biology - Oklahoma City, OK

Tanner S. Williams - Biology - Rose Hill, KS

Ambreenique D. Williams - Exercise Science - Tyler, TX

Benjamin S. Williams, Jr. - Management/International - Pearland, TX

Noah S. Wineteer - Finance - Euless, TX

Caine A. Wing - Sports Management - Lindsborg, KS

Hans Woelfel - Sports Management - Bayreuth

Justin J. Woolsey - Music Teach/Inst/PreK-12 - Newton, KS

Danielle D. Woolsey - Management - Commerce City, CO

Felicity R. Worsham - Biology - Atchison, KS

Christopher L. Yoder - Criminal Justice - Anthony, KS

Timothy R. Yoder - Management - Phoenix, AZ

Bryant M. Young - Exercise Science - Keller, TX

Carlos E. Zamora Bonilla - Business Administration - Corinth, TX

Jack M. Zimmer - Biology - Lake Dallas, TX

Patrick A. Zrubek - General Studies - Salina, KS

Bethany College Baccalaureate and Commencement Speakers

April 2, 2025
LINDSBORG, KS. APRIL 2, 2025 — Bethany College is pleased to announce its Baccalaureate and Commencement speakers for the 2025 graduation ceremonies. Commencement Speaker: Kelli Krase, MD Dr. Kelli Krase, a 2004 graduate of Bethany College, will deliver the Commencement address at this year’s graduation. A native of Hesston, Kansas, Dr. Krase earned her degree in Biology from Bethany College before attending medical school at the University of Kansas. She completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. Dr. Krase has since returned to the University of Kansas, where she currently serves as an Associate Professor, Residency Program Director for Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Assistant Dean for Student Affairs at the School of Medicine. In her professional role, Dr. Krase has been a dedicated educator and clinician, shaping the next generation of doctors. Outside of her academic career, she enjoys traveling and spending time outdoors with her spouse and their two children. Baccalaureate Speaker: Ellie Dieringer Ellie Dieringer will serve as the Baccalaureate speaker, bringing with her a passion for social justice, faith-based advocacy, and international service. An advocate for gender justice and intergenerational equity, Dieringer is a graduate of Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington, where she earned degrees in Hispanic Studies and Global Studies, specializing in Development & Social Justice and International Affairs. Her journey has led her to travel extensively and engage in meaningful work with vulnerable communities around the world, including in Uruguay, Mexico, and Washington State.  Dieringer also served as a volunteer with the ELCA's Young Adults in Global Mission (YAGM) program in Montevideo, Uruguay, where she collaborated with ecumenical organizations to promote fair treatment and social justice. Her work has also led her to serve as a delegate at the United Nations' Commission on the Status of Women and to participate in the Lutheran World Federation’s Women’s Human Rights Advocacy Training in Geneva, Switzerland. Dieringer’s commitment to lifelong-learning and service will inspire graduates to continue making a positive impact in the world. About Bethany College Bethany College is a liberal arts institution located in Lindsborg, Kansas, and was established by Swedish Lutheran immigrants in 1881. For over 140 years, Bethany has been dedicated to educating, developing, and challenging individuals to pursue truth and excellence while leading lives of faith, learning, and service. At Bethany, students join a community of dedicated educators and caring mentors who support them as they discover, explore, and navigate their purpose. Bethany College is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Bethany College Welcomes Over 60 Guests for Annual Waffle Day Preview Event

March 31, 2025
LINDSBORG, KS. MAR. 31, 2025 — In its 15th annual celebration, Bethany College Admissions hosted its “Waffle Day” preview event on Saturday, March 22, coinciding with Lindsborg’s “Våffeldagen” festivities. The event invited high school students and their families to experience a “taste” of college life—while also enjoying a sweet slice of Swedish culture. Over 60 prospective students and families from four different states attended the preview day, which included a campus tour, admissions and financial aid session, a faculty-led academic presentation, and a student panel highlighting campus life. “For several years now, Våffeldagen has been a crowd favorite for both future and current students at Bethany College,” said Sabrina Wollenberg, Associate Director of Admissions and Financial Aid. “Lindsborg is a special part of many students’ college experience—including my own. Families may visit other campuses and not feel a connection to the town, but when they come to Bethany, they fall in love with both the college and the community. For this event, we want to highlight not just the campus, but also one of the most exciting days of the year, giving prospective students a true sense of Bethany. It’s more than just residence halls and classrooms—it’s a vibrant Main Street with local shops and a welcoming community. Plus, nothing appeals more to a 17 or 18-year-old than waffles!” The History Behind Våffeldagen “Våffeldagen,” or Waffle Day, is a Swedish tradition rooted in the Feast of the Annunciation, observed on March 25. The day’s original name, “Vårfrudagen” (Our Lady’s Day), over time morphed into “Våffeldagen,” which sounded similar in Swedish. The accidental shift became a beloved tradition of celebrating spring with waffles and gathering with friends. Lindsborg’s Våffeldagen has grown into a regional favorite, drawing visitors from near and far.This year’s planners for the downtown Våffeldagen event were Tara Killingsworth (The Ivory Thimble), Rachael Breen (Hairymolairys), and Samuel Finch (Blacksmith Coffeeshop and Roastery). The town-wide celebration features waffle-inspired treats and family-friendly activities all across Main Street. Bethany College invites students and families to return for three more hallmark events that showcase the college and community’s shared spirit: Messiah Festival of the Arts, April 11 & 13, 2025 Chalk the Välk, April 12, 2025 Svensk Hyllningsfest, October 17–18, 2025 These events highlight the strong ties between the college and the city, drawing visitors from across the country to experience the unique energy of Lindsborg and its beloved traditions. For more information on upcoming events or to schedule a campus visit, please visit bethanylb.edu/visit-campus To explore more about Lindsborg and its beloved traditions, visit visitlindsborg.com . Bethany College is a liberal arts institution located in Lindsborg, Kansas, and was established by Swedish Lutheran immigrants in 1881. For over 140 years, Bethany has been dedicated to educating, developing, and challenging individuals to pursue truth and excellence while leading lives of faith, learning, and service. At Bethany, students join a community of dedicated educators and caring mentors who support them as they discover, explore, and navigate their purpose. Bethany College is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.

Bethany College Raises Over $168,000 for Student Scholarships

March 28, 2025
LINDSBORG, KS. MAR. 28, 2025 — Bethany College raised $168,167.87 during its annual Giving Day campaign this year, with every dollar going directly to student scholarships. The support ensures more students can afford a Bethany education and take part in the life-changing opportunities that come with it. This year, the Bethany Backers campaign ran separately. Combined, both efforts brought in a total of over $240,000, surpassing last year’s collective giving total and underscoring the strong support from the Bethany and Lindsborg community. “Both Giving Day and the Bethany Backers campaign have been an incredible success,” said Hayley Samford, Director of Alumni Development and Engagement. “We are incredibly grateful for the continued generosity of our alumni, friends, and supporters. We’re excited to use these funds to support the students who are here now—and those who will be joining the Bethany family soon.” If you are interested in giving and supporting Bethany College’s mission, please click here . Bethany College is a liberal arts institution located in Lindsborg, Kansas, and was established by Swedish Lutheran immigrants in 1881. For over 140 years, Bethany has been dedicated to educating, developing, and challenging individuals to pursue truth and excellence while leading lives of faith, learning, and service. At Bethany, students join a community of dedicated educators and caring mentors who support them as they discover, explore, and navigate their purpose. Bethany College is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
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