Board & Members
The York Center for Middle East and International Studies (YCMIS) brings together individuals with diverse backgrounds, expertise, and levels of engagement who collectively contribute to advancing the Center’s mission. Our membership and leadership structure is designed to foster academic excellence, professional collaboration, and meaningful public engagement.
We invite you to learn more about each membership category and explore the role, responsibilities, and opportunities associated with every group.
Our Membership Categories
YCMIS is organized into four primary membership categories, each serving a unique role in supporting the Center’s academic, operational, and strategic objectives. We encourage you to visit the dedicated page for each category to learn more about its purpose, eligibility, and contributions.
Founding Members
Founding Members are the individuals whose vision, leadership, and commitment established YCMIS. They provide strategic direction, uphold the Center’s long-term mission, and help guide its institutional growth and development.
Administrative Team
The Administrative Team oversees the Center’s day-to-day administrative, operational, and support functions. Through effective coordination and organizational management, the team ensures the efficient delivery of programs, events, and member services.
Affiliated Academics
Affiliated Academics include distinguished scholars, researchers, educators, and professionals who collaborate with the Center through research, teaching, publications, conferences, and academic initiatives, enriching its intellectual and scholarly activities.
Regular Members
Regular Members are individuals who actively participate in the Center’s educational, academic, and community activities. They contribute to the exchange of knowledge, professional networking, and the advancement of the Center’s mission through active engagement.