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York University Celebrates Spring Commencement

York University held its spring commencement on Saturday in the Campbell Activity Center. Over 100 students crossed the stage to receive their degrees—the seats and bleachers filled with proud parents, excited family members, and friends.

4/26/2025

York University Announces Leadership Team for New Ministry Center

York University is excited to announce the appointment of Dr. Anessa Westbrook and Dr. Scott Laird as co-executive directors of a newly established Center for Ministry. This initiative was first introduced earlier this year, when York University was selected to partner with Pepperdine University for...

4/25/2025

York University Students Succeed at Hackathon

Four York University students formed a team and earned “Best in Show,” in the 2025 Consortium for Computing Sciences in Colleges (CCSC), Central Plains Region computer Hackathon.

4/24/2025

Children's Theatre Presents The Commedia: Voyages of Sinbad

York University Children's Theatre invites the York community to a free performance of The Commedia: Voyages of Sinbad on Friday, April 18 at 7:00 p.m. The performance will be held in the Bartholomew Performing Arts Center.

4/16/2025

York University Celebrates with Annual Year-End Banquet

York University held its annual All-School Banquet on Monday, April 14th, at the Holthus Convention Center in York. The student body gathered with faculty and staff for a night of reflection, recognition, food, and fellowship.

4/15/2025

Mr. and Ms. YU Candidates Announced

Eight students will be recognized as candidates for Mr. and Ms. York University, presented annually at the all-school banquet on Tuesday, April 11. Faculty and staff nominated these students based on the following attributes: Embody a commitment to the mission, purpose, and core values of...

4/11/2025

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York University Dedicates EDGE of Innovation Lab

April 9, 2025

At York University’s new Edge of Innovation Lab, anyone can create a video at the push of a button. But the lab is also about, “pushing the boundaries of what’s possible,” interim President Jared Stark said at an open house on Friday.

Burks Named Director of Student Success and Career Support

April 1, 2025

Incoming President Tim Westbrook has named York University's men’s basketball coach, Tree Burks (’12), to the newly created role of Director of Student Success and Career Support. In this new position, Burks will be located in the student life office as York University seeks to reinforce resources...

Eventful April at York University

March 27, 2025

The final month of the semester at York University is packed full of events. Mark your calendars for these fun performances and activities so you don’t miss out!