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A big thank you to Class Agents!

April 7, 2022

For the last two years, the Bethany College Alumni Council (BCAC) has been actively exploring ways to communicate, engage and connect with alumni. The Class Agent Program was implemented to help strengthen Bethany’s Alumni network and facilitate important relationships with classmates.


While BCAC and the Alumni Communications Committee have successfully recruited 69 Class Agents, we still have openings. You could be the missing link to reconnecting your class to each other and to the college. If you do not see your class represented, consider joining this team of dedicated Swedes. We would love to have YOU!

1957 - Richard Anderson                 

1958 - Marylen Anderson                 

1959 - Loren Larson         

1960 - Hal and Shirley Nilsson         

1961 - Lois Carlson                           

1962 - Janice Janasek       

1963 - Mait Board                             

1964 -                                                 

1965 - Joan(Palmquist) Gadde

1966 - Rick Samson                         

1967 – Jean (Ringstrom) Laaninen

1968 - Jim Martin               

1969 – Jan (Olson) Oriente & Celeste (Bohman) Habiger                       

1970 -                                   

1971 – Jan (Dahlsten) Clark & Sheila (Powell) Hays                                 

1972 - Warren Olson         

1973 - Robert  Dealey                       

1974 - Don Frenzen                           

1975 - Bruce Krase           

1976 - Annette Anshutz Moore       

1977 - Greg Lundstrom                   

1978 – Susan (Coughenour) Lundstrom

1979 - Kim Lundgren                       

1980 - Kaye (Robson) Linton & Julie (Gieschen) Metcalfe

1981 - Tad Doering                           

1982 - Susan Nordell                       

1983 - Joyce Peterson & Lori Johnson         

1984 - Betsy Terriere                       

1985 – Michelle (Day) Johnson       

1986 - Brad Reynolds         

1987 -                                                   

1988 - 

1989 - Joan (Specht) Tash & Pam Albers                                               

1990 – Stacey (Jones) Green           

1991 - Sean and Sallye (Vanderplas) Lee

1992 – Tanya (Dorf) Brunner           

1993 - Doug Malm                             

1994 - Mike Gates               

1995 -                                                 

1996 – Erica (Stiff) Kruckenberg     

1997 - Dane Straight         

1998 -                                                 

1999 - Maryann (Trawicki) Grace   

2000 – Monica Bland         

2001 - Sonja Kiseljak-Dusenbury   

2002 - Jenni (Lindsquist) Jones     

2003 – Lindsay (Roskens) Hildebrand

2004 - Kylie (Schrader) Lofdahl     

2005 - Sara McGinnis & Jerilynn (Beckman) Weisshaar & Mandy Todd & Matthew Samson           

2006 – Donelle (Stevens) Sage     

2007 - Andrea Swisher                     

2008 – Emily (Petrosky) Komarek

2009 - Shane Reif                             

2010 - Rachel (Bouza) Kohman     

2011 - Sam (Reeves) DuVall

2012 - Elissa & Andrew Westbrook 

2013 - Olivia (Fabrizius)Peterson 

2014 - Cari Jean Nelson   

2015 - Melissa Woeppel                   

2016 - Austin Stout & Sammy Koons

2017 - Kylee (Ayers) Stout               

2018 - Kaylie Ines                             

2019 - Rocky Krueger       

2020 - Isaiah Fabrizius                     

2021 – Alec Loera

For more information, contact: Ashtyn Johnson, Director of Alumni, at alumni@bethanylb.edu.

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.
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.
March 27, 2025
LINDSBORG, KS. MAR. 27, 2025 — Students in Professor James Baker’s Elementary Social Studies Methods class had a unique opportunity to hear from distinguished guest speakers, the Honorable John Carlin and Bethany College alumnus Ryon Carey '95, during a recent session focused on history, government, and education. The event brought together students from both Professor Baker’s course and Dr. Rana Razek’s class for an engaging discussion on the branches of government, the role of the U.S. Department of Education, and the importance of civic understanding in the classroom. Governor Carlin, who also served as the Archivist of the United States following his tenure as Kansas Governor, offered students a personal perspective on his career in public service and shared insights into the responsibilities of preserving key national documents such as the U.S. Constitution and the Bill of Rights. His reflections underscored the value of historical records in shaping democracy and educating future generations. Ryon Carey, a 1995 Bethany graduate, also contributed to the discussion, offering his perspective on leadership and public service. “It was a privilege to welcome Governor Carlin and Ryon Carey to speak with our students,” said Professor James Baker. “Opportunities like this deepen our students’ understanding of the material and remind us all of the importance of connecting real-world experience to classroom learning. I’m incredibly grateful to both of our speakers for sharing their time and insights.” You can learn more about our Education Department at bethanylb.edu/education . 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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