Hello, my name is Hannah, and I am an incoming junior at the DU. I am so incredibly honored and excited to be serving as the Editor-in-Chief of the Clarion for the 2019-2020 school year. I am a psychology major with minors in history, Spanish and critical race and ethnic studies.

Ever since the first day when I stepped in the Clarion office, I have felt more welcome and at home than anywhere else. The support that the staff had from the first day was what hooked me in. The quick and strong friendships that I formed with other writers and editors has kept me here. I am so excited.

It is so, so important to represent the voices of everyone here at DU. Storytelling is an essential part of life, and we tell stories to tell a little bit about how we have formed the identities that we carry with us. The Clarion’s job is to tell these stories and to encourage conversation around important topics. While you may or may not agree with the writers, or tellers, of these stories, the important thing is to continue a conversation with each other to learn more about the origins of the stories.

This upcoming year, Victoria and I are excited to continue the great tradition of the Clarion. We want to showcase more stories from students and from members of our incredibly diverse and strong community. These stories are what make DU incredible, and these stories are what help tie us together.

We want to highlight your stories. Never shy away from sharing them with us. We are here to listen and to tell your stories.

Here’s to an exciting year ahead.

Hannah Branit

Editor-in-Chief