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 Three years almost to the day since Tyler Phipps ‘08 passed away, his memory is alive at York College. Phipps’ father Steve Phipps presented a $5,000 scholarship to YC wrestler Pierce Mederios in memory of his son on Thursday in chapel.
“We wanted to select somebody with some of the same attributes Tyler had,” Phipps told Mederios during the presentation. “Integrity, commitment, faithfulness, and humility...I’ve heard a lot about you and what I’ve heard is that a lot of those attributes are what you carry through life, too. I’m thrilled to be able to honor you with this scholarship.”  York College is pleased to announce that Emily Lutz ‘14 has accepted a new role at her alma mater. Lutz has rejoined the advancement team as a development officer working on the scholarship fund. For the last three years, Lutz has blessed students as the director of student activities and the Title IX coordinator for York College. In this role, she organized activities and managed the campus coffee shop. Her efforts have transformed the campus culture to be more engaging, positive, and safe
 “The Nebraska Court of Appeals is now in session. May all who come here be heard. May truth and justice be served by what we do here.”
These solemn words were spoken as the black box theatre of Bartholomew Performing Arts Center was transformed into a functioning courtroom for the day. Area high school and college students got a rare peek into the judicial system on Thursday, September 13, as the Nebraska Court of Appeals held oral arguments on the York College campus. It was a valuable experience for students who participate in mock trial, are majoring in criminal justice, or considering law school, to get a close-up view of the appellate process as well as enjoy networking and Q&A time with the judges and their staff. |
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August 2019
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