Angel Gray picks up an arm full as she unloads her car.
President Eckman delivers a warm welcome to students in chapel.
Checking it all out, new students gather in the Prayer Chapel.
Cailin Carroll, Erin Davidson, and Courtney Graff sport school pride.
Welcome Home Opening Days
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ew students arrived on campus Wednesday morning, bringing with them their hopes and dreams for the future, as well as parents’ cars piled high with clothes, computers, and other dorm-life necessities. A picnic on the campus courtyard officially welcomed the students and their families to campus. Before the day’s end, everyone had the opportunity to worship in a devotional setting as a part of the YC family. New students had a busy orientation schedule Thursday and Friday that included academic advising, campus
tours, photo scavenger hunts, iPod touch demonstrations, and get-to-know-you sessions with SA, club reps, and YC Campus Ministries. Friday featured a visit to the aquatic center and YC’s Night at the Movies. On Saturday there was a service project, then a tailgate party in the evening before the Blue-White soccer scrimmage. At the Opening Convocation ceremony President Steve Eckman pronounced the 119th academic year at York College officially open. Tuesday night, the community gave their welcome to town with a Community Fair. Paige Bolm, Ashley Bolm and Jessi Pope catch a ride with their luggage to move-in. (above) Elicia Hebrink flashes a smile as she helps Austin Bentonmove into his room in McCloud Hall. (top) One of the first lessons incoming freshmen learned was that of service and giving back to a community that gives so much to them. They helped by painting and fixing up some local homes. (left)
Opening Days
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