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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. Phillips joined the Department of Psychology as the Department Chair and Professor at York University in 2021 with a Doctorate in Ministry including an emphasis in counseling from Amridge University. He quickly made a lasting impact on the department and its students. During his time at the university, he was known for his care and concern for the student’s academic and spiritual life and his unwavering commitment to the success of his students. Dr. Phillips began his teaching journey at York College from 1985-1987 as an Assistant Professor in Psychology. In 2005 he began teaching online for various universities and then came full circle as he retired from online teaching with York University in 2024. 

Throughout the years, Dr. Phillips’ has presented sound Biblical wisdom and teaching through his teaching to undergraduate and graduate students both on campus and online at York University. Dr. Phillips has held to James 3:1, "Not many of you should become teachers, my brothers, for you know that we who teach will be judged with greater strictness." We thank Dr. Phillips for his dedication and service and congratulate him on his retirement from YUO!

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...

Early Childhood Endorsement Approved

York University has received approval from the Nebraska Department of Education to offer a concentration in early childhood education as part of its Master of Arts in Education (MAE) program beginning Fall 2024. This new concentration will allow students to add an endorsement to their elementary or special education teaching license to teach...

New: Launching the Master of Healthcare Administration Degree Program

In July of 2024, York University received approval from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) to launch a Master of Healthcare Administration (MHA) program this fall.  Designed for adult learners with a bachelor’s degree in any discipline, this 36-credit hour program will prepare students for professional management positions within...

York University Aces Accreditation Visit

York University recently received exciting news reaffirming its accreditation with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC). York University has been continually accredited by the Higher Learning commission since 1970, one of six regional accrediting bodies in the country. In addition to reaffirming university accreditation, the institution...
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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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