MEDIA ALERT: YHC closes Friday due to winter storm
Young Harris, GA (01/09/2025) — The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for all of north Georgia, including Young Harris, from Friday morning through Saturday morning. Snow is expected to start falling tomorrow morning and continue into the evening, with potential accumulations of multiple inches.
Based on this, Young Harris College will be closed on Friday, Jan. 10, for all but essential services.
All members of the YHC community are encouraged to complete preparations for the coming storm by the end of today and to avoid travel tomorrow if possible.
About Young Harris College
Young Harris College is a private baccalaureate and master's degree-granting institution located in the beautiful mountains of North Georgia. Founded in 1886 and historically affiliated with The United Methodist Church, Young Harris College educates, inspires, and empowers students through an education that purposefully integrates the liberal arts and professional studies. The College has four academic divisions: Fine Arts; Humanities; Mathematics, Science, and Technology; and Professional Studies. Approximately 1,400 students are enrolled in its residential and Early College programs. The College is an active member of the NCAA Division II and remains a fierce competitor in the prestigious Conference Carolinas. For more information, visit yhc.edu
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