McKenna Denton, Editor in Chief: My name is McKenna, and I am a junior journalism major! I was born and raised here in Cleveland. When I am not typing away at my computer, you will find me reading a biography, watching an old movie, or hanging out with friends. I love telling stories, and I am so grateful to be the Clarion’s Editor in Chief!
Alyssa Eubanks, Senior Reporter: A native of Knoxville, Alyssa is a senior English major with an emphasis in writing and a minor in Spanish. When she’s not writing or practicing her second language, you can find her sneaking in a couple pages of a book between classes, trying out a new recipe, or daydreaming about travel. She is excited to join Lee Clarion this semester to stay involved in the community and hone her media writing skills.
Hannah Kendrick, Graphic Designer and Social Media Manager: Hannah is a theatre major from Sevierville. She is currently studying her second language, ASL. Hannah enjoys graphic design, photography, baking, and watching her favorite movies: Tangled and Megamind. She is very excited to be working for the Clarion, and she promises to serve her community well.
Emma Sargent, Photographer: Emma is a junior art education major with a minor in graphic design. When Emma isn't taking pictures for the Clarion, you can find her making art, studying the word of God, or taking senior portraits for high school seniors in Cleveland. She has a love for creating whether it be through photography or an art medium. Lee Clarion has shown Emma her passion of photographing genuine student and staff moments at Lee University.
Emme Lowder, Photographer: Emme is a junior studio art major, with a minor in psychology, with hopes to pursue a career in art therapy after she graduates. While she's not at school or working, she will most likely be home with her cat, reading, doing crafts or spending time with her family and friends. Emme enjoys working at Lee Clarion as one of the photographers and hopes that her pictures show the life behind some of the amazing stories we have!
Lesley Bryant, Photographer: Lesley is a sophomore theatre major with an emphasis in musical theatre and can typically be found on stage or rehearsing for her next production. Lesley was born and raised here in Cleveland and is happy to be attending college so close to home. She has loved her time at Lee and being a part of the Clarion has been a highlight! She is excited to see where the future takes her!
Fall 2026 Staff
McKenna Denton, Editor in Chief
Alyssa Eubanks: Senior Reporter
Neko Cortes: Senior Reporter
Hannah Kendrick, Social Media Manager, Designer
Emma Sargent, Photographer
Emme Lowder, Photographer
Lesley Bryant, Photographer
Drew Cook, Faculty Advisor
Kimberly Lyon, Faculty Advisor
Our History
The Lee Clarion was first published on October 30, 1946 at the Bible Training School and College in Sevierville as “Campus Hi-Lites” - the institution’s first student newspaper.
Following the school’s move to Cleveland, the paper was renamed “The Clarion” before changing to a monthly magazine format titled “Omnibus” in the 1980s. The journal was again renamed the “Lee Collegian” in 1986 and later returned to the traditional name “The Lee Clarion” in spring 2004.
For the first time in nearly four years, the Lee Clarion published a print edition in Sept. 2019. Among other stylistic changes, the print format was redesigned toward a cleaner and more simplistic aesthetic.
Lee Clarion is a student-run news organization. It is a teaching tool of the Lee University Communication Arts Department. Opinions expressed here do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the university or administration.