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Jim Coehoorn Recognized with Minister’s Heart Award

March 16, 2026

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...

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Lester Ray Miller III Named as New Director of University Singers

March 12, 2026

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...

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Homecoming 2026 Dates Set, Call for Alumni Award Nominations

March 5, 2026

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...

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Clayton Museum of Ancient History Hires New Curator

March 4, 2026

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...

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York University Theatre Presents 12 Angry Jurors

February 13, 2026

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...