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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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

There is an undeniable charge of excitement in the air. Major renovation projects are wrapping up, new banners and signs continue to appear around campus, faculty, staff, and administration are settling into new offices, athletic teams are getting in gear, and best of all… students are back! While it is difficult to compete with the...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...