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From Possibility to Purpose: Discover the MHA

Explore how a Master of Healthcare Administration can help you grow your leadership, align your strengths with your calling, and step confidently into a career that makes a difference. What if your career could reflect both your strengths and your calling?--> What if your career could reflect both your strengths and your calling? Whether...

Faith Inclusive Learning

Is an Online Christian University Right for You? Choosing an online Christian university can be a transformative step that offers a personally enriching experience while pursuing educational and career goals. Here are a few advantages to consider: Faith Integration: Christian universities often integrate faith and learning, meaning you...

How to Effectively Manage Online Classes: A Guide for Success

Online classes offer flexibility and convenience, but they also demand more self-discipline, organization, and adaptability than traditional learning. Without the structure of in-person classrooms, students must take greater control of their schedules, study habits, and use of technology. To thrive in this environment, focus on four essential...

Is an MHA the Right Next Step for You?

Dr. Shannon Leinen offers four essential questions to help you evaluate your career direction, growth, and impact. Throughout my time in higher education, I’ve worked with professionals from all walks of life — each with unique goals and experiences. Some come to our programs seeking a new direction. Others are looking to grow in...

What Are You Running Toward?

A father's story challenging us to pursue Christ with the same joyful commitment as a bride to her groom. A little over a week ago, my wife and I gathered with family and friends to celebrate the wedding of our daughter Emma. The week leading up to the wedding was a whirlwind of activity, attending to all the last-minute details. With...

Can We Still Lead Like Jesus?

A Podcast Review & Reflection from Dr. Brittany Kretz In the Western world, the very measurement of time is marked by the life of Jesus Christ, divided into the periods before and after his entrance into human history. Christianity, the most widely practiced religion globally, centers on the teachings of this singular figure. While the...

Innovating Educator Preparation

Is AI the secret weapon for crafting student-centered learning, or a shortcut to educational chaos? Insights from Dr. Cheryl Couch’s AACTE 2025 Presentation Should educators shun content generated by AI tools or leverage it?  A relevant question for today.  Dr. Cheryl Couch, York University’s eLearning Specialist and...

NCSA 2025 Reflections: 3L's & 3 H's

What’s your family mission statement? Sitting in the audience with educators and administrators at the National Christian School Association Conference this past week in Austin, Texas, it was clear that the opening keynote speaker was the one and only person who could have kicked off the event: Colt McCoy. I'm not nearly as...

Decision Time

My wife and Abraham Lincoln share a birthday… she would want me to point out same day, different year.  Being born and raised in Illinois, the Land of Lincoln, added to her affinity for the President.  In conjunction with her birthday, my wife and I usually do something related to Lincoln on or about Feb 12th.  Many times...

About Time

I saw a headline recently that caught my eye. It read something along the lines of, “sunset anxiety is trending”...I was not aware of such a concept. If “sunset anxiety” reaches my 5-year-old daughter’s lexicon I worry she’ll have an advanced approach to express being afraid of the dark. What does the...

Reflections: Humbly Great

I had the recent privilege of speaking at the York University Chapel at The Well. When I addressed the students over our theme of God’s goodness I discussed the pitfalls a pursuit of worldly approval can bring, leaning on the metaphor of earning “stars” like that of the tale in Max Lucado’s book, You Are Special....

Self-aware Leadership

I found this Christian Leadership Alliance (CLA) blog entry (Trace the Face by Dr. Mark Vincent) very interesting and thought I'd share... The author points out: "But through repeated self-reflection and articulation of our desires, emotions, and thoughts, we can discover our sticking points and begin moving into a new...

York University's New Leadership Ready To Launch

Westbrook Named York University President Dr. Tim Westbrook will begin his tenure as York University's 22nd president on July 1st.  Dr. Westbrook has a lengthy record of service in Christian higher education, missions and ministry. He's been with Harding University since 2005, where he most recently served as the director of...

York University Celebrates Spring Commencement

York University held its spring commencement on Saturday, April 26 in the Campbell Activity Center. Over 100 students crossed the stage to receive their degrees—the seats and bleachers filled with proud parents, excited family members, and friends. Interim President Jared Stark welcomed everyone to the event and addressed graduates,...

York University Announces New Ministry Center

  York University's new Center for Ministry will focus on ministry training, resource development, and leadership support for churches and ministers across the Midwest, Great Plains, and Rocky Mountain states.  “The creation of the Center for Ministry marks a significant step forward in York University’s...

York University Online Earns 5-Star National Recognition

York University Online reached new heights earning five stars and national recognition in Newsweek’s America’s Top Online Learning Schools 2025. Research determining which schools should be listed among the top 250 included program affordability, practicality and reputation details. York University Online sits in the top 15...

30 Years of Educating our Educators

York University's Education Department marks thirty years of shaping outstanding educators. Since its founding, the department has been dedicated to preparing teachers who make a real difference in the classroom and beyond. In 2012, York University's Online department launched a Master of Science in Education program, which has grown...
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Growth & Gratitude

From York University to Financial Future: A personal reflection from YU graduate Parker Hughes. My journey at York University, graduating in 2024 with a Master's in Organizational Leadership and Business, has been transformative. This experience has equipped me with a robust understanding of business operations and ignited a clear vision...

Spotlight: Grad Student Doreen Lopez

Doreen Lopez graduated from York University in 2024 with a Master of Arts in Organizational and Global Leadership. Lopez is the Career Specialist for the York High School 11-12 program. This program focuses on career readiness skills, leadership and self-development skills, job attainment skills, and much more. "Ever since I began...

Spotlight: Grad Student Greg Smith

Greg Smith graduated from York University in 2023 with a Master of Arts in Education. After obtaining his degree, Smith became the PreK-12 Principal at Nebraska Christian Schools in Central City, Neb. "As I reflect back, it is humbling to see God's hand guiding my educational and professional journey. York University's...

Spotlight: Bernice Mason

We want to thank you so much Bernice Mason for your donation of 26 children's books to our new Early Childhood Education program. Bernice Mason is a long-time York, Nebraska, resident with a heart of gold for children and literacy. These books are the first donation to the new licensure program that received approval from the Nebraska...

Graduate Spotlight: Elizabeth Hain

Elizabeth Hain graduated from York University in 2023 with a Master of Arts in Organizational and Global Leadership. Hain currently serves as the executive director of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) in York County. "Receiving my master’s degree from York University has equipped me with the skills to tackle more complex...

Retirement Announcement for Dr. Mark Phillips

With extreme gratitude, we announce Dr. Mark Phillips' retirement as an online professor of Psychology at York University. After over two years of dedicated service to the university as a Professor of Psychology, he transitioned to online instruction and returned to church ministry service.  Dr....

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Bryan Kretz

Meet Dr. Bryan Kretz, Chair of the Division of Science and Mathematics.  At York University, Dr. Kretz teaches a blend of Biology Courses, including Nutrition, Genetics, Microbiology, General Anatomy and Physiology.  Dr. Kretz has a passion for helping students grow academically and spiritually in a way that they can have full...

Faculty Spotlight: Professor Lori Waltz

  Mrs. Lori Waltz graduated from Lindenwood University in 2016 and has been with York University Online since 2017. She has 17 years of elementary education and currently teaches 3rd Grade students for Nixa Public Schools. She also serves as an in mentor to other teachers in her community.  "I am passionate about...

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