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The COVID-19 pandemic: A look back and what’s ahead at YCP

By Sarah Smith For the past 18 months, York College along with the rest of the world has been dealing with an unprecedented pandemic of the coronavirus, or more specifically, COVID-19. It’s been challenging for students and staff alike. They’ve been through multiple shutdowns and moves to online classes, restrictions on campus activities, and daily symptom checks sent through email. What’s been especially challenging is … Continue reading The COVID-19 pandemic: A look back and what’s ahead at YCP

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Features

Podcast explores ‘Weapons of Mass Disruption’ and dealing with the information overload

Many Graham School of Business students might know Dr. Tamara Schwartz from the cybersecurity and leadership classes she teaches. What some students might not know is that Schwartz has her own podcast. The podcast is called “Weapons of Mass Disruption,” or “WMD” for short. Don’t let the name throw you off; there is meaning behind the name, Schwartz said in a recent interview. She explained … Continue reading Podcast explores ‘Weapons of Mass Disruption’ and dealing with the information overload

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News

After a 2-year hiatus, it’s time to put Study Abroad on students’ radar again

By Autumn Miller With plummeting COVID cases and the expansion and adoption of vaccines, the Study Abroad program has been brought back to York College after being gone for nearly two years. With COVID still out there in the world, there are some things that have since changed about studying abroad than there was before the pandemic began along with some new rules and regulations … Continue reading After a 2-year hiatus, it’s time to put Study Abroad on students’ radar again

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Features

Here are two services included in tuition that students often forget about

By Hannah Eveland College is all about building on a foundation of knowledge to achieve a degree and make the most out of your future career, and at York College there are lots of opportunities to better your ability to learn and make more out of your degree than just going to and from class. These can help excel students at any point of their … Continue reading Here are two services included in tuition that students often forget about

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Sport

Want to cover sports? The Spartan could use a few more writers

By Paul Vigna York College of Pennsylvania athletics is in the process of transitioning from winter to spring sports. While basketball, swimming and wrestling are wrapping up, the spring sports such as lacrosse, baseball and track & field are beginning their seasons. We’re looking for individuals who want to provide game coverage, some features and maybe some issue pieces to what we’re producing in our … Continue reading Want to cover sports? The Spartan could use a few more writers

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Features, News

Cuttin’ a rug: 1950s prom allows attendees to ‘travel’ back in time

By Breanna Hoffner This past Saturday, the Campus Activities Board (CAB) held a ‘50s prom at the Valencia Ballroom in downtown York. The event was a continuation of CAB’s decade-themed proms, with the last one being ‘80s themed in 2019. Due to COVID-19, CAB has had to take a hiatus from their proms but Saturday night brought back the popular event. Arriving at the prom, … Continue reading Cuttin’ a rug: 1950s prom allows attendees to ‘travel’ back in time

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YCP clubs: LAMBDA all about ‘making members feel protected and welcome’

By Vaughntay Mcgraw Lambda is “a club created where queer/trans folks can come together and express themselves free of judgement,” says Cherish T. Christopher, president of the organization. It’s also a place where supporters can come to learn about the community from those in LAMBDA. Club members help each other build confidence, figure out who they are and what it is they truly stand for. … Continue reading YCP clubs: LAMBDA all about ‘making members feel protected and welcome’

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Word on Campus

Students have their say on the issues of the day

By Alyson Hatfield QUESTION: With the Pennsylvania primary election coming up, do you feel that it is important to vote in primary elections? Yes. I believe we should be utilizing our right to vote whenever we can in order to ensure our democracy is working on behalf of the majority. Your primary elections set up the individuals who will be competing for the spot of … Continue reading Students have their say on the issues of the day

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Columns, Opinion

Black History Month at YCP needs to be more than a one-night stand

By Karisma Boyd February, known as Black History Month, is a month that is supposed to celebrate and recognize African Americans who contributed to American history. Its purpose is to uplift Black life as well as educate them as well as other races. In the usual celebratory fashion, organizations hold seminars or discourse on black education and history in addition to events, fundraisers and more. … Continue reading Black History Month at YCP needs to be more than a one-night stand

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‘It’s important to not create guilt’: YCP holds diversity seminar to discuss Critical Race Theory in education

By Ben Weyman The Office of Student Diversity Inclusion (formerly the ISLGP) held a seminar about Critical Race Theory this past Wednesday evening. This seminar, done in partnership with the Center for Community Engagement, was held in the William Walker Room in the Iosue Student Union. Approximately 50 students, professors, and community members attended the seminar. “Telling the Truth: Demystifying Diversity in Educational Curriculum” was a … Continue reading ‘It’s important to not create guilt’: YCP holds diversity seminar to discuss Critical Race Theory in education

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