York College President Joins Attorney General-Elect's Transition Team

York College President Dr. Thomas Burns Joins Transition Team for Pennsylvania Attorney General-Elect Dave Sunday

York, PA – York College of Pennsylvania President Dr. Thomas Burns has accepted an invitation to join Attorney General-Elect Dave Sunday’s transition team, where he will serve as an advisor on educational matters facing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Dr. Burns’ appointment places him among a distinguished group of leaders from across the state tasked with helping to shape the incoming administration’s priorities.

“It is an honor to join Attorney General-Elect Sunday’s transition team and to contribute to a vision that prioritizes education as a cornerstone of Pennsylvania’s future,” said Dr. Burns. “I look forward to working with leaders across the Commonwealth to ensure our students have the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.”

As part of the Education Committee, Dr. Burns will work with key groups to gather feedback about their experiences with the Office of the Attorney General, including what’s going well and what can be improved. Sunday emphasized education's critical role in the state’s success.

“Education is the foundation of our Commonwealth’s prosperity and security,” said Sunday. “Dr. Burns’ expertise and dedication to student success will be invaluable as we work to address the educational challenges and opportunities ahead.”

Dr. Burns’ leadership at York College has been marked by his commitment to advancing educational excellence and fostering community partnerships. His experience and insight will be instrumental in advising the Attorney General-Elect’s team on strategies to support students and educators across Pennsylvania.

Established in 1787, York College of Pennsylvania is a private, four-year college located in the city of York, a hub of arts and industry between Baltimore and Philadelphia. Housed on picturesque acres, the College is known for its focus on experiential learning and community engagement, serving over 3,500 undergraduate and graduate students in more than 70 baccalaureate majors, along with 30+ professional graduate degree and certificate programs. Deeply rooted in the liberal arts and recognized for excellence in its professional business, education, engineering, and nursing programs, York is ranked among the nation’s Best Value Schools by Niche. The College’s robust recreation and athletics program is among the best in the region and is home to 24 NCAA Division lll sports teams and 30+ intramural sports. A Princeton Review Best Northeastern College, York prides itself on its experienced, engaged faculty, its high-impact and student-centric philosophy, and its long-standing commitment to affordability and accessibility.