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York University Celebrates Spring 2026 Commencement

York University celebrated its Spring 2026 Commencement Ceremony, honoring nearly 100 graduates for their academic achievements and spiritual growth. Featuring a keynote address by Christian Leadership Alliance CEO Tami Heim, the ceremony highlighted the university’s commitment to Christ-centered education...

5/4/2026

York University Holds Groundbreaking Ceremony

York University celebrated the groundbreaking of a major expansion to McGehee Hall, which will become the new home of the Smith and Mary Kite Center for Ministry. Funded by a $2 million gift, the project reflects the university’s commitment to equipping church leaders and strengthening ministry efforts...

5/1/2026

York FBLA Advances Seven to Nationals, Earns Top State Honors

York University’s FBLA chapter celebrated a standout showing at the Nebraska State Leadership Conference, with seven students qualifying for nationals and multiple top-three finishes. The team also earned its first-ever Bronze Collegiate Excellence Award, while individual members received prestigious...

4/29/2026

Incoming Students Awarded Top Scholarships

York University is pleased to announce the six incoming students joining the Distinguished Faith and Learning Scholars. Led by Professor Jeff Hill and Professor Emeritus Mike Case, the group is dedicated to developing students’ leadership skills, encouraging high standards of academic excellence and...

4/24/2026

YU’s All-School Banquet Celebrates Another Successful Year

York University came together April 20 in the Holthus Convention Center for the annual All-School Banquet to celebrate the achievements of students, staff and faculty in the 2025–2026 school year.

4/21/2026

York University Singers Announce 2026 Spring Works Concert

Mark your calendars for April 27 at 7:30 p.m. to hear the York University Singers perform their annual Spring Works concert in the Bartholomew Performing Arts Center on YU’s campus. This year’s performance, entitled “Love Never Leaves,” includes songs like “In All Things Love,” “Love Never...

4/17/2026

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Bible and Ministry Students Compete as Research Paper Finalists

April 15, 2026

York University students Eliza Rohda and Bethany Wright were named finalists in the prestigious Stone-Campbell Journal Conference undergraduate paper competition, presenting their research among top scholars in the field. Their achievement highlights the strength of York’s Bible and Ministry program...

Songfest 2026 Takes Audiences to the Movies

April 14, 2026

York University students brought their energy to the stage once again in the 49th annual Songfest performance. Directed by Professor Lester Miller III, this year’s performance was titled “Night at the Movies.”

Mr. and Ms. YU Candidates Announced

April 13, 2026

Eight students will be recognized as candidates for Mr. and Ms. York University, presented annually at the all-school banquet on Monday, April 20.