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President Drew Van Horn receives YHC Medallion Award    

Dr. Drew Van Horn, president of Young Harris College, has been awarded the College’s highest honor, the YHC Medallion, for his service to YHC. 

Young Harris College students present at medieval renaissance conference  

Speaking on a variety of topics related to the medieval and Renaissance eras, students from Young Harris College presented at the 36th University of Virginia-Wise Medieval Renaissance Conference. 

Historical marker honoring Zell Miller installed at YHC 

A historical marker was unveiled on Young Harris College campus by the Georgia Historical Society Nov. 1, honoring Zell Miller, former Georiga Governor, state Senator, and alumnus of Young Harris College. 

YHC selects John Wells as new college president 

Young Harris College is proud to announce that Dr. John W. Wells has been chosen to serve as its 24th President by a unanimous vote of the Board of Trustees.

YHC plants “Moon Tree” on campus

Young Harris College has added a “moon tree” to its beautiful campus setting.

Aurora Borealis lights up Rollins Planetarium in November 

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of the aurora borealis at “Aurora: Lights of Wonder” in November at the O. Wayne Rollins Planetarium. 

Ooky Spooky Light Show set for O. Wayne Rollins Planetarium

The annual Ooky Spooky Light Show is on tap for October at the O. Wayne Rollins Planetarium.

YHC President Dr. Drew Van Horn announces retirement Dec. 31 

After serving seven years as the President of Young Harris College, Dr. Drew Van Horn informed the Board of Trustees of his decision to retire on Dec. 31.  

Watermarks exhibit on display at Campus Gate Art Gallery

A blend of many different media looking at the rivers and streams of Southern Appalachia is on display at the Young Harris College Campus Gate Art Gallery through September.

September shows on tap at O. Wayne Rollins Planetarium 

What’s the next step in space exploration? Find out in September at the O. Wayne Rollins Planetarium at Young Harris College. 

Young Harris College joins First United Methodist on Sept. 15 

Faculty, staff, and students from Young Harris College will join the congregation of First United Methodist Church of Union County on Sunday, Sept. 15, for YHC Sunday. 

Young Harris College Presents Fine Arts Events for September 

Young Harris College invites the community to attend fine arts events in September. All events will take place on the YHC campus.

Dr. Clay Dotson passes at 86

It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of a great friend to Young Harris College, Dr. Clay Dotson.

Young Harris College English professor seeks ‘Lost Places’ 

A musician, educator, and performer, Dr. Shelley Sanderson was honored at the Young Harris College Convocation Aug. 15 with the 2024 Vulcan Teaching Excellence Award.

Young Harris College professor wins academic excellence award 

A musician, educator, and performer, Dr. Shelley Sanderson was honored at the Young Harris College Convocation Aug. 15 with the 2024 Vulcan Teaching Excellence Award.

Check the weather in the solar system at O. Wayne Rollins Planetarium

It seems weather is a topic of conversation whether you’re on Earth or Jupiter. Stop by the O. Wayne Rollins Planetarium at Young Harris College in August for the Widest Weather in the Solar System show, 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 30. 

Young Harris College hosts Get-To-Know with new Athletic Director

Aaron Bessey has been hard at work over the past few weeks as he wrapped up his position as Associate Athletic Director for External Relations at UNC Asheville, while also shifting into his new role as Athletic Director for Young Harris.

Young Harris College Police celebrate 40 years 

Forty years ago, a new sheriff came to town as the Young Harris College police force became an official accredited law enforcement agency in Georgia, growing from a police force of one to a fully-staffed, 24/7 department keeping the peace at the College.  

Hillgrove Hall display honors Hill’s influence on YHC 

Dr. WIlliam Harry and Harriet Hill are synonymous with Young Harris College. The couple from Powder Springs, GA, were ardent supporters of the College and young Mountain Lions who studied here.

Young Harris College Hosts 20th Annual Clay Dotson Open

The 20th annual Clay Dotson Open golf tournament was held on May 20 at Brasstown Valley Resort with 135 golfers, helping raise more than $130,000 to benefit student scholarships at Young Harris College.