Creating a Welcoming Campus Environment
The Office of Student Culture and Belonging (SCB) provides educational and social programs to serve our growing student population of all backgrounds while creating a welcoming campus environment and fostering a sense of belonging for all students.
The SCB Office oversees cultural and social initiatives for our students on campus; International student support; the Spartan Food Pantry; and the Office of Spiritual Life, including the Doris and Bernard Gordon Center for Jewish Student Life.
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Inclusivity at York College
York College of Pennsylvania aims to provide access to high-quality education. To reach our mission, we value bringing different voices together to share their strengths. In this diverse environment, when we create a sense of belonging and equity, we enrich the learning experience and better serve our local and global communities.
As such, York College:
- Welcomes and recognizes diversity in all of its forms and expressions.
- Encourages civil conversations across our campus to promote understanding.
- Stands up against prejudice and injustice in our college community.
- Advocates for the well-being and dignity of our community members.
- Enables marginalized identities to be their authentic selves.
The Student Culture and Belonging Office works to enhance the academic and cultural experience of international students by providing the highest level of knowledge and expertise in advising, immigration regulations, and advocacy.
International students on F-1 visa status are responsible for maintaining their nonimmigrant status while studying in the U.S. Maintaining status means:
- Fulfilling the purpose of your visa.
- Following the regulations associated with that purpose.
Your Designated School Official (DSO) is available to help students navigate their
transition to study at York College and maintain their F-1 status in the United
States.
The Spartan Food Pantry serves York College students who experience food or basic needs insecurity at any time during their studies by offering non-perishable food items, quick microwaveable meals, and personal hygiene products free of charge. The Spartan Pantry is supported by generous donations from members of York College and the community. It is located in the lower level of the Student Union, across from the Office of Student Culture and Belonging.
Interested in Donating to the Spartan Food Pantry?
- In-person: You may bring your donations to the Student Culture and Belonging office, Iosue Student Union, Suite 101 (lower level) during office hours.
- Online: You may purchase items online from the Spartan Pantry Amazon Wishlist. These will be delivered directly to the Student Culture and Belonging office.
- Monetary: You may donate online. Please select OTHER in the gift designation and indicate the Spartan Food Pantry.
York College of Pennsylvania strives to educate students who will be future leaders in society, providing them with the ability to engage with the world as citizens who are mindful of the inclusion of others.
We know diversity is needed to achieve excellence, and with this in mind, we are committed to offering a learning environment that reflects the cultures and experiences of all community members. York College of Pennsylvania is dedicated to social justice and upholding the dignity of all people.
Behavior or actions that go against the College's principles of community, or display themes of hate, bigotry, bias, and discrimination, are not welcome at York College of Pennsylvania and will be addressed. Any member of our community who witnesses concerning activity may submit a Bias Incident Report for review by the Office of Student Culture and Belonging and the Bias Response Team.
- Alpha Phi Alpha, Fraternity Inc.
- Black Student Union (BSU)
- Chi Upsilon Sigma, Sorority Inc.
- Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
- International Student Association (ISA)
- Lambda
- Muslim Student Association (MSA)
- Sigma Gamma Rho, Sorority Inc.
- Sueño Latino (Hispanic/Latinx)
- UNITY
A Place Where Every Spartan Can Excel
York College of Pennsylvania has been recognized with an Equity & Inclusion badge by Colleges of Distinction.
"Institutions awarded an Equity & Inclusion badge not only enliven their curriculum with high-impact practices, but they also make these practices accessible in a welcoming community. Beyond diversity, these schools pursue equity by catering to the unique needs of their students regardless of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender, or ability" (Colleges of Distinction).
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