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Fall Museum Lecture Gives Glimpse of Early Christianity in North Africa

York University’s Clayton Museum of Ancient History welcomed photographer and professor emeritus Father Michael Flecky for its tenth annual Fall Speaker Series during Yorkfest. In “Ancient Stones, New Light: Rome, Christianity, and North Africa,” Flecky shared photographs he captured across North...

9/17/2026

York University Sees Highest On-Campus Enrollment in Six Years

York University in York, Nebraska, is celebrating its third consecutive year of enrollment growth, reaching its highest on-campus student enrollment in six years. Undergraduate enrollment increased 5.7% from 2025 to 458 students, while total enrollment, including online and graduate students, reached...

9/11/2026

YU Announces Distinctions to Honor Mary Eisenhower

York University has established two awards honoring longtime friend Mary Jean Eisenhower and her commitment to education, leadership, and service. The Mary Jean Eisenhower Scholarship will provide $1,000 to each Presidential Leadership Institute participant who attends York University. The Mary Jean...

8/21/2026

Shanks ’85 and Lee ’10 to Receive Alumni Honors at Homecoming 2026

York University has announced its 2026 alumni award recipients, recognizing graduates whose lives reflect exceptional leadership, service, and faith. Chris Shanks ’85 has been named Alumnus of the Year for his distinguished career in business leadership and generous support of Christian education....

8/7/2026

A Taste of Heaven

More than 100 alumni and friends returned to York University for Choir Reunion III, a weekend filled with worship, fellowship, and unforgettable music. The event celebrated the lasting bonds formed through the York choir program while honoring the 40-year legacy of Dr. Clark Roush in his final university...

8/3/2026

A Calling Fulfilled: Sheldon to Retire After Decades of Service

After 23 years of faithful service, York University Chief Financial Officer Todd Sheldon is retiring, leaving behind a legacy of steady leadership, wise financial stewardship and unwavering commitment to the university's mission. From overseeing major campus construction projects to mentoring students...

7/30/2026

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York University Hosts Twelfth Annual Presidential Leadership Institute

July 29, 2026

York University welcomed nearly 30 students from six National Christian School Association schools for the twelfth annual Presidential Leadership Institute. Through leadership training, hands-on collaboration, and mentorship from nationally recognized speakers, students explored faith-based leadership,...

Robison Begins Service as YU Chief Financial Officer

July 28, 2026

York University has named alumnus Titus Robison ('04) as vice president for finance and operations, effective August 1. After a year of working alongside retiring CFO Todd Sheldon, Robison steps into the role with extensive leadership experience in fundraising, nonprofit management, and executive administration....

Spring 2026 Dean's List Announced

May 21, 2026

York University announced the students named to the Dean's List for the Spring 2026 term. 120 students were recognized with this distinction. To be named to the Dean’s List, students must carry 12 or more graded hours and achieve a semester grade point average of at least 3.75 with no incomplete...