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The President and House GOP tug-of-war over student loan debt policies, and what’s at stake

Editor’s note: An issue that could have a significant impact on what past and current college students owe has become strangled amid a tug of war between Republlicans and Democrats. President Joe Biden announced details of his Student Loan Relief Plan last August, which drew immediate opposition from many Republicans. Today, the decision on whether to allow the plan to move forward is in the … Continue reading The President and House GOP tug-of-war over student loan debt policies, and what’s at stake

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How can YCP aid the mental health of students? One idea is a wellness hub

By Hayley Leitzinger STUDENT mental health and wellness has been a growing concern across universities. YCP has a health and counseling center in place to help students with mental and physical health, but what are their plans for the future of student wellness? At YCP, students have access to the counseling center in Codorus Hall and the Health Center in the lower level of the … Continue reading How can YCP aid the mental health of students? One idea is a wellness hub

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Opinion

How fair is the process used to assign housing for students? Here’s what we heard

By The Spartan staff ON-CAMPUS HOUSING is among any college’s biggest draws, and that’s certainly the case at York College. Per the school website, first-year students are typically placed into traditional halls while upperclassman students have the opportunity to choose several options, including traditional halls, suites, apartments, and houses. “We provide these in an effort to promote personal growth and independence,” the website says. Among the … Continue reading How fair is the process used to assign housing for students? Here’s what we heard

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Town hall touches on a number of complaints related to YCP’s food

By Evie Giffin More than 100 students attended a town hall Wednesday in WPAC Auditorium to discuss problems with the food service on campus, particularly in Johnson Hall. That came on the heels of a petition sent out by Student Senate in early April seeking 1,000 signatures that demanded “a variety of changes deemed necessary by the student population” and requested a town hall “to … Continue reading Town hall touches on a number of complaints related to YCP’s food

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Sport

Criss, Sauers lead YCP softball team to shutout win: photos

By Brendan Bilo THE YORK College softball team rolled to an 8-0 win over Widener University in the first game of a scheduled MAC Commonwealth doubleheader in York on Saturday afternoon. The second game was postponed after a lengthy delay due to lightening and heavy rain. The Spartans needed the win; it snapped a four-game losing streak. Amanda Criss (7-6) earned the win for the … Continue reading Criss, Sauers lead YCP softball team to shutout win: photos

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Best pizza in town? Here are 5 shops to consider

By Evie Giffin FINDING a good pizza place in York can be difficult. A lot of us as students end up ordering from Domino’s or another chain restaurant. However, supporting small businesses is important, and these places tend to offer better quality. Below is a list of what pizza places we’d recommend.  Marcello’s Pizza  7 S. George St #1406, York, 3149 Cape Horn Road, Red … Continue reading Best pizza in town? Here are 5 shops to consider

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Ninth-inning rally lifts YCP to dramatic victory over No. 18 Rowan: photos

By Brendan Bilo THE YORK College baseball team earned their first regular season win over a nationally ranked opponent this season, coming from behind to beat No. 18 Rowan University on Tuesday by a 5-4 score. They won in the bottom of the ninth when, with one out and the bases loaded, Michael Tinneny walked to score Garrett Kile. Andrew Santarpia then won the game … Continue reading Ninth-inning rally lifts YCP to dramatic victory over No. 18 Rowan: photos

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President Pamela Gunter-Smith reflects upon her tenure pending final weeks before retirement

By Karisma Boyd PAMELA Gunter-Smith will retire June 30 after spending 10 years as president of York College. When appointed to this role July 1, 2013, she had already broken barriers before her first day of presidency. As the school’s fourth president, she was the first female; her predecessors were Ray A. Miller, Ph.D. (1968–75), Robert V. Iosue, Ph.D., (1976–91) and George Waldner (1991-2013) Along … Continue reading President Pamela Gunter-Smith reflects upon her tenure pending final weeks before retirement

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How 4 students turned a class project into helping the York community

By Julian Leon COMMUNITY service is a big part of York College of Pennsylvania, and four Human Services students took what it means to make a difference to another level. Megan Hinds, Jane Halvorsen, Rachael Haag, and Abby Schreck were tasked with coming up with a unique way to raise money for a charity of their choice. The group decided to help The Lehman Center, … Continue reading How 4 students turned a class project into helping the York community

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Opinion, Word on Campus

Students have their say on the issues of the day: Chartwells and its services

By Karisma Boyd CHARTWELLS Higher Education, founded in 1997,  is a food provider service that partners with educational institutions k-12 and universities around the country to feed hungry students 3 times a day.  With more than 300 college dining programs, Chartwells strives to create a customized dining experience for each institution, while also catering to philanthropic campaigns like Sustainability, POWER*FUL, and cultural needs.  But as … Continue reading Students have their say on the issues of the day: Chartwells and its services

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