Administration

Dr. Tim Westbrook

President Dr. Timothy Westbrook

Dr. Timothy Westbrook began his service to York University as president on July 1, 2025. Dr. Westbrook serves as its 22nd president and has a lengthy record of service in Christian higher education, missions and ministry.

Westbrook completed his MA in historical theology (2002) and his MDiv with an Old Testament concentration (2008) from Harding School of Theology. He earned his PhD in education and intercultural studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in 2015.

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University Leadership

President Tim Westbrook

   President - Dr. Timothy Westbrook

 

Jared Stark   Executive Vice President - Jared Stark '01

 

Todd Sheldon  Vice President for Finance & Operations - Todd Sheldon '81

 

  Shannon LeinenProvost - Dr. Shannon Leinen '07

 

Roni Miller   Vice President for Enrollment - Roni Miller '01

 

Katie Miles   Dean of Students - Katie Miles '01

 

 

Chancellor's Office

Dr. Steve Eckman '71 of Hampton, Nebraska, Chancellor

Board of Trustees

The York University Board of Trustees is comprised of business, professional, and civic leaders who demonstrate their confidence in the University's mission. The University administration works with the board to shape policy and direction for the University. The leadership of these men and women is greatly valued.

Chairman: Mr. Richard W. James

Vice Chairman: 

Secretary: Mrs. Christine M. Eggar

Treasurer: Bryan Phillips

  • Dr. Scott M. Abraham '99 (and wife Beth) of Bucyrus, Kansas; orthopedic surgeon, Apex Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
  • Dr. Michael C. Armour (and wife Frances) of Dallas, Texas; president, Strategic Leadership Development International
  • Mr. E. Joe Brazell '82 of Royse City, Texas; senior manager, Solomon Associates
  • Mr. John T. Edmerson (and wife Felicia) of Los Angeles, California; minister, vocalist and former editorial council member for The Christian Chronicle
  • Mrs. Christine M. Eggar (and husband Shawn) of Livingston, Montana; superintendent, Frontier School {retired}
  • Dr. Aaron G. Fletcher '02 (and wife Holly '03) of Woodland Park, Colorado; managing director, Bios Partners; president, Bios Research
  • Mrs. Karen E. Garner '93 (and husband Jeremy) of Searcy, Arkansas; clinical nurse education at Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System
  • Dr. Jeffrey W. Hannel '89 (and wife Lorena) of Lubbock, Texas; physician, Providence Healthcare
  • Mr. Justin Harrold '99 (and wife Donna) of Wichita, Kansas; insurance representative
  • Mr. Patrick W. Hendricks '72 (and wife Janice) of Tulsa, Oklahoma;  Community Care of Oklahoma {retired}
  • Mrs. Kimberly M. Hoyt '02 (and husband Darrell) of Grand Junction, Colorado;  physician assistant, Community Care of Grand Valley
  • Mrs. Conay L. Huizar (and husband Trent) of Scottsdale, Arizona;  realtor investment strategist
  • Mr. Chester M. James (and wife Sharon) of Kingman, Kansas; lead consultant, BESCORP; engineering manager, Boeing {retired}
  • Mr. Richard W. James '97 (and wife Rachel '99) of Wichita, Kansas; partner and ttorney, DeVaughn James, LLC
  • Ms. Marilyn S. Locus of Laguna Niguel, California; regional human resources director, Cintas Corp
  • Mr. Bryan C. Phillips '98 (and wife Cheri) of Topeka, Kansas; accountant​, Mize CPAS, Inc.
  • Mrs. Amanda Rathe '02 (and husband Grant) of Murfreesboro, Tennessee; CPA, director of accounting, Tractor Supply Company
  • Mr. Benjamin M. Smail '12 (and wife Megan) of Omaha, Nebraska; realtor, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
  • Mrs. Carolyn R. Stephenson (and husband Charles) of Lubbock, Texas; CPA, Robinson, Burdette, Martin & Seright, LLP​
  • Dr. Charles B. Stephenson (and wife Carolyn) of Lubbock, Texas; professor, Lubbock Christian University
  • Mrs. Linda J. Thomas (and husband Joe) of Clinton, Oklahoma; assistant superintendent, Clinton Public Schools {retired}
  • Dr. Kimberly K. Williams '02 (and husband Caleb '02) of Salina, Kansas; physician and program director, Smoky Hill Family Medicine Residency

 

 

Trustees Emeriti

​Trustees Emeriti are recognized and honored for their extraordinary service as past Board of Trustee members. 
  • Mr. Steven W. Belden '76 (and wife Michele) of Murchison, Texas
  • Mr. H. Jarrell Gibbs of Collierville, Tennessee
  • Mr. Van R. Harrold (and wife Mary Ann) of Maize, Kansas​​
  • Dr. Jackie M. Humphrey (and husband Joe) of Lubbock, Texas
  • Mr. Edward E. McLoud of Overland Park, Kansas
  • Mr. Ed G. Nill (and wife Linda) of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
  • Mr. G. Wayne Studebaker (and wife Harriet) of Norfolk, Nebraska
  • Mr. Paul E. Touchton '61 (and wife Cheryl) of Franklin, Tennessee
  • Mr. Charlie J. Watts '65 (and wife Mary Ann) of Eudora, Kansas
  • Dr. R. Wayne White '63 (and wife Karen) of Tyler, Texas
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Chancellor Emeritus

  • Dr. R. Wayne Baker (and wife Darlene) of Montgomery, Alabama