York College Named One of Nation's Leading Colleges That Encourage Character Development
Posted November 18, 1999FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
York, Pennsylvania--York College has been recognized for leadership in the field of student character development in The Templeton Guide: Colleges that Encourage Character Development, a guidebook released nationwide in late October. Designed for students, parents, and educators who believe that character matters, The Templeton Guide contains profiles of 405 exemplary college programs in ten categories; 50 college presidents who have exercised leadership in character development; and 100 colleges and universities named to the Templeton Honor Roll for their record of commitment to inspiring students to lead ethical and civic-minded lives.
York College is profiled in the Spiritual Growth Programs section primarily for its Spiritual Life Week that occurs early in the spring semester. This event is developed and implemented by the Council on Religions Activities, which is composed of students, faculty and staff. The Council's purpose is to foster an atmosphere that will enhance the campus community's awareness of the spiritual dimension of life.
More than 300 four-year public and private colleges across the country are included in The Templeton Guide. Individual programs were selected in the following categories: First-Year Programs; Academic Honesty Programs; Faculty and Curriculum Programs; Volunteer Service Programs; Substance-Abuse Prevention Programs; Student Leadership Programs; Spiritual Growth Programs; Civic Education Programs; Character and Sexuality Programs; and Senior-Year Programs.
Intended for high school students, parents, guidance counselors, college administrators, trustees, faculty and alumni, The Templeton Guide recognizes programs that represent the best practices in the field of character development during the college years. The programs were chosen through a highly selective process that considered clarity of vision and statement of purpose; institutional resources; involvement of institutional leaders; impact on students, faculty, campus and community; integration into the core curriculum or academic study; longevity; external awards and recognition; and assessment.
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