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YCP@Work: Vincent Chang '21
Vincent Chang '21 works as an LTS Help Desk & Knowledge Base Specialist for Library and Technology Services (LTS) at York College.
YCP@Work: Bryce Kruger, RSM US
Bryce Kruger graduated from York College in 2018 with a degree in Public Relations. He is a Client Advisor and Scrum Master at RSM US.
YCP@Work: Jake Zortman, Frito-Lay
Jake Zortman graduated from York College in spring 2016 with a B.S. in Supply Chain Operations Management. He currently works as Processing Department Manager for the York plant of PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay.
YCP@Work: Nate Tile, York Revolution
Nate Tile graduated with a B.S. in Marketing from York College in 2000 and he currently works as the Vice President of Business Development for the York Revolution.
YCP@Work: Tracy Miller, UPMC Memorial
Tracy Miller graduated from York College in 1999 with a BSN in Nursing. She currently works at UPMC Memorial as Chief Nursing Officer and VP of Patient Care Services.
YCP@Work: Colbe Herr, IMG Academy
Colbe Herr graduated from York College in 2014 with a Sport Management degree. He currently works as a Sponsorship Account Executive for IMG Academy, a preparatory boarding school and sports training institution in Bradenton, Florida.
YCP@Work: Joshua Fetterman, PhD
Dr. Joshua Fetterman graduated with a B.S. in Psychology from York College in 2003. He is currently an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
The Science of Love
When it comes to love, York College is often the place where students find their “one.” But what is it that attracts us to one another? What is the science behind love? We talked with alumni couples and a faculty member from our Psychology Department to shed some light on the topic.
YCP@Work: Ryan Heycock, Pastor
Ryan Heycock graduated an English major from York College in 2006. He is currently a Pastor at Bender's and St. Paul's Evangelical Lutheran Churches of Biglerville, PA.
YCP@Work: Nursing Alumni
Get real-world insight into a career in nursing with York College Nursing alumni Joanna Marmo ‘19, Tara O’Malley ‘19, and Allison Witten ‘20.
Anything But Typical
Eric Milne ’93 is no ordinary donor, according to students who have benefitted from his generosity, which supports the York College Community Opportunity Scholarship Program (YCCOSP).
Zac Track, Episodes 12 & 13: The Finale
Strange as it may seem, we began this season a few months back with Clare Crawley and her initial group of guys in a mid-pandemic quarantine. Together, we watched a bachelorette switcheroo, more than a few guys being sent home (with some returning uninvited), a number of moments that made us laugh, more that made us cry, and some we just want to forget—and you stuck with us through it all. And now, we all get to watch YCP alumnus Zac Clark as a finalist, vying for the heart of bachelorette Tayshia Adams.
Zac Track, Episodes 10 & 11: The YCP Watch Party (and a Special Guest!)
Between the Men Tell All and “hometowns," ABC had no shortage of drama for this week on The Bachelorette. Adding to the excitement, the Zac Track blog went LIVE on Monday and Tuesday nights with our new Zac Track Slack. Alums and current students alike were able to geek together during the show.
Zac Track, Episode 9: The One that Nearly Broke Sophie
Intern and guest blogger Sophie Barnes '22 recaps an action-packed episode of The Bachelorette. This week, alumnus Zac Clark '06 continues to pursue love with bachelorette Tayshia Adams—but in the process, he makes a dramatic revelation that has Sophie ready to quit blogging for Zac Track.
As a Spartan: Favorite YCP Memories
As we prepare for the pomp and circumstance of the Class of 2020’s big day, we posed a simple question to @YorkCollegePA’s Instagram Stories audience: What is your favorite YCP memory? We heard from this semester’s graduates, YCP alumni, and even a future Spartan—and in many ways, their answers told the story of our Spartan family.
The Top 5 Lessons I Learned...As a Spartan
Gabrielle Ingoglia '20 has spent four-and-a-half years of her life at York College of Pennsylvania. Now, as she prepares to graduate in December 2020, she's sharing some of the lessons learned during her time here.
Zac Track, Episode 7: In The Feels
With Thanksgiving coming up this week, Spartan Bachelor Nation fans can be thankful for episode 7 of The Bachelorette, which gave us quite a bit of screen time with our favorite YCP-alum-turned-reality-TV-star, Zac Clark ‘06.
Zac Track, Episode 6: The Grown Man Challenge
In episode 6 of The Bachelorette, YCP alum Zac C. takes the high road when his fellow contestants start drama. Bonus: Since Zac spent more time off-camera than usual this week, guest blogger Sophie Barnes '22 makes a list of her best guesses about how he's been passing those hours out of the spotlight.
Zac Track, Episode 5: All Bets Are Off
In episode 5 of The Bachelorette, the men prepare for a new phase of their tumultuous journey toward love, and York College alumnus Zac Clark gets face time with incoming bachelorette Tayshia Adams.
Zac Track, Episode 4: "Unprecedented"
Kristen Gurreri, Senior Director of the York College Fund and Alumni Relations, guests blogs this week to recap episode 4 of The Bachelorette. YCP alumnus Zac Clark '06 continues competing for the heart of bachelorette Clare Crawley — or does he? Everything can change in this "unprecedented" episode!
Zac Track, Episode 3: Last Zac Standing
Episode 3 of Season 16 was full of drama, rumors, and lots of DALE — but Spartan Zac Clark '06 got his fair share of screen time, including an on-stage roast of his fellow contestants!
YCP@Work: Courtney Miller, Respiratory Therapist
Courtney (Palla) Miller graduated from York College and WellSpan York Hospital’s joint respiratory care program in December 2016. She is currently a registered respiratory therapist at York Hospital’s pulmonary physiology lab.
Zac Track, Episode 1 Recap
Zac C., a graduate of York College's class of 2006, makes his debut appearance on season 16 of The Bachelorette.
Zac Track, Episode 1: Will You Accept This Spartan?
Zac Clark '06 will begin his journey to find love on this fall's season of The Bachelorette. Whether or not you’re a fan of the ABC Bachelor and Bachelorette franchise, we can all agree that Spartans support one another. That’s why we’re kicking off “Zac Track”—a blog series following Zac’s reality television adventure to find love.
How to "Quaran-Train" Your Puppy
"Amid all of the COVID chaos and as more folks 'WFH,' perhaps a small silver lining to this complicated time is more puppies! ...Whether you live in a suburban neighborhood or in the heart of a city, here’s hoping some of these 5 puppy training tricks help in this weird era of social distancing." - Doug Umberger '13 and Dan Werbeck '10
Home Body: Simple Steps for Creating a Successful At Home Workout Program
"Let’s face it, for the majority of people, exercise isn’t always our first choice for filling our time. The most common excuse is, 'I just don’t have time.' With our current state of affairs, it’s important to do all we can to boost our immune systems and to stay active while sheltering at home—so there should be more time than ever to exercise. The key is to be intentional with our time...A great way to start is by engaging in at-home workouts." - Sarah Remmert '02
Five Steps to Budget-Friendly Grocery Shopping
"I am in no way a food or grocery expert. My 'training' is limited to a ridiculous amount of time watching The Food Network and seven years at a 'very large' grocery store chain. That said, over the last couple of years, I’ve developed a system of sorts that has proven very effective for me and my roommate. Below are the five steps to budget-friendly grocery shopping and cooking." - Brian Dix '16
From Bossy to Boss Lady: The Story of a Professional Storyteller
I guess you could say I’ve been a producer my entire life. When I wanted something done, I did whatever it took to make it happen. I love rules and organization and being in charge. When I was six, I petitioned my small town council to install a sidewalk through a field I took to get to the store. I didn’t get a sidewalk but they mowed me a path for 10 years. Little did I know it would lead to a career where someone paid me to be the bossy one. I call it leadership skills. - Aimee Tetreault '07
What Does "Being Healthy" Mean in this Unprecedented Moment?
"Whether we want to admit it or not, we’re living day-to-day in a moment of time that will forever go down in the history books. Anxiety, fear, and uncertainty are high. Now more than ever we need to be aiding our bodies in the best way possible to fight off germs. AKA: We need to be the healthiest version of ourselves possible." - Melanie Cohen '02
Take Only Photographs, Leave Only Footprints
"One of the many things that drew me to York College was the campus. Running right beside campus rests the Heritage Rail Trail — something still open even during this pandemic. We’re all feeling the isolating effects of the quarantine, so here are my recommendations to get outside for some fresh air." - Jamie Kinsley '12