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 The Ellis and Catherine Touchton Endowment for Bible scholarships at York College recently doubled in size thanks to a gift from Dickie ’64 and Onita (Touchton ’65) Hill. Their donation was offered as a challenge for all who know and love the Touchton family, which has a long and strong connection with York College.
Catherine was a teacher with a knack for making her students feel appreciated and respected. Ellis worked in the dairy industry and by the end of his career was vice president of sales for Skinner’s Dairy in Jacksonville, Florida. The couple’s five children all attended York College (Paul ‘61, Ryan ‘62, Onita ‘65, Iris ‘66, and Mary ‘70). They were longtime members of the Post St. Church of Christ in Jacksonville, where Ellis served as an elder. Ellis and Catherine were married for 70 years and both lived into their 90s, with Ellis making it to 99.  For an American couple to adopt internationally, the average cost for legal fees, visas, passports, medical care, and travel to bring that child to his or her new home is $40,000. The process often involves years of red tape and heartache, with no certainty about or control over the outcome.
When you look at all the obstacles for a young couple of modest means, it seems like a long shot. An expensive gamble. A crazy and impossible idea. But if you’re looking at the obstacles, you’re missing the point.  York College held a ceremony on December 13 to recognize the accomplishments of 31 students who had completed the requirements for graduation after the fall semester.
President Steve Eckman welcomed the more than 200 guests to the ceremony held in the Bartholomew Performing Arts Center. Local businessman Dan Goodwin ‘03, offered students words of wisdom and encouragement as the commencement speaker. Join Dr. Roush and the Concert Choir for a free performance during their annual winter tour! The choir will perform at six stops in four states, traveling 2,000 miles to entertain their fans across the region, January 3-8.
 Update: Sunday performance is SOLD OUT.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and that means it’s time for the York College Celebration Singers to host their annual Cocoa and Carols program. This year’s show is Christmas Traditions, with performances Thursday, December 6, through Sunday, December 9. Vibrant choreography and familiar Christmas tunes are the staple of the yearly production. Some must-see numbers this year include Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree and Mr. Grinch. A small ensemble will perform a stunning acappella arrangement of Coventry Carol. A quartet will perform Good King Wenceslas on recorders. The show is about an hour long and will be fun for the whole family. |
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