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Jim Coehoorn Recognized with Minister’s Heart Award

During the Equip Conference, Jim Coehoorn was honored as the recipient of the Minister’s Heart Award. The award, presented by Dr. Garrett Best, Chair of the Bible Department, and Dr. Anessa Westbrook, Co-Executive Director for the Kite Center for Ministry, recognizes individuals for their exceptional...

3/16/2026

Lester Ray Miller III Named as New Director of University Singers

York University is thrilled to announce Mr. Lester Ray Miller III ‘00 as the new director of the York University Singers (formerly the concert choir). Following the news of Dr. Clark Roush’s retirement, Roush will pass the baton to Miller, who will officially begin working as the choir’s director...

3/12/2026

Homecoming 2026 Dates Set, Call for Alumni Award Nominations

Make plans now to join us October 23 and 24, for York University Homecoming 2026. A highlight of Homecoming weekend is the opportunity to honor alumni through a variety of awards. Recognizing distinguished professional achievement, service to others and service to the university, alumni honors have...

3/5/2026

Clayton Museum of Ancient History Hires New Curator

York University’s Clayton Museum of Ancient History is excited to announce the hiring of its new curator, Rebekah Ross. Having earned master’s degrees in Archeology and Biblical Studies from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Library and Information Science from the University of...

3/4/2026

York University Theatre Presents 12 Angry Jurors

The York University Theatre Department is excited to announce the upcoming performance of the drama 12 Angry Jurors. Based on the 1957 film 12 Angry Men, the play follows a group of 12 jurors tasked with deciding whether or not a boy is guilty of killing his father—if he is guilty, the boy will receive...

2/13/2026

Partnership with Faulkner Provides New Graduate Opportunities

On February 10, President Westbrook met with President Mitch Henry of Faulkner University to sign a memorandum of understanding outlining a new partnership between the two schools. As a result of this new partnership, York University students will benefit from preferred enrollment opportunities in select...

2/11/2026

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Inaugural York University Day Celebrates 70 Years of History

February 5, 2026

York University will celebrate 70 years of history with the inaugural York University Day on March 20, commemorating the pivotal March 20, 1956, decision that reopened the institution after a period of closure and set the foundation for the university it is today. The celebration honors the collaboration...

Fall 2025 Dean's List Announced

January 6, 2026

York University announced the students named to the Dean's List for the Fall 2025 term. 180 students were recognized with this distinction. Academic excellence continues to grow, as the Dean’s List recognition has increased by nearly 84% in the last seven years.

Graduates in front of York University Arch Sign

Expanding Opportunity: York University Restructures Its Premier Academic Scholarship

December 22, 2025

York University is excited to announce a major revitalization of its premier academic scholarship, the Distinguished Faith and Learning Scholarship—a program long known for celebrating students who pursue excellence both academically and spiritually. This redesigned scholarship preserves that...