About Us

Campus Recreation Facilities

About The Rec Center

Strength and Conditioning Area – 12,000 sq. ft.
More than 70 pieces of cardio equipment including treadmills, ellipticals, various types of cycles, steppers, and rowers. 24 selections of weight-training machines. Combination of 40 plate-loaded and free-weight stations

Climbing Wall
One of the tallest in the state of Ohio at 53 feet Program mix will include eight climbing routes and a 46 feet rappelling platform. One-third of the lower wall is designed for bouldering opportunities

Wellness Resource Center
Designed to promote healthy lifestyle choices through comprehensive programming in areas of fitness, mental, and spiritual health. Programming and services will include workshops, classes, clinics, testing, and assessments, designed for individual and group participation.

Meditation Center

A quiet space designed specifically to provide an area for students, faculty, and staff to take time out of their hectic schedules to relax in a stress-free environment.

Aerobics Studio– 3,200 sq. ft.
Designed as a group fitness instructional area that accommodates classes taught by certified instructors Capability to be divided in half to hold two different classes simultaneously

Sports Forum– 18,500 sq. ft.
Four multi-purpose courts, with the option of isolating each court. Ability to play basketball, volleyball, badminton, and a host of other activities.

Other Recreation facilities on Campus

BEEGHLY CENTER

HARRISON FIELD

STAMBAUGH STADIUM

WATTS

FARMER'S FIELD
Campus Recreation Policies
Hours

2023 Summer Hours:

Monday, May 8, 2023 - Friday, August 18, 2023

Andrews Student Recreation & Wellness Center

Monday - Thursday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

Friday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday & Sunday: closed

Administrative Office

Monday - Friday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Climbing Wall

Monday - Friday: 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Facility Closed

5/29/23- Memorial Day

6/19/23- Observance of Juneteenth

7/4/23- Independence Day

For more information on Campus Recreation Hours: Please email Cameron Adams: caadams02@ysu.edu

For more information: Please email Cameron Adams: caadams02@ysu.edu
Our Mission

Our Vision to Better Serve You!

We strive to engage all penguins through learning and leadership opportunities by providing dynamic and diverse recreational and wellness experiences.

Our Mission to Our Community:

The Department of Campus Recreation provides creative and innovative, instructed, or self-led wellness, and recreational programming to meet the diverse needs of our students and the YSU community.

THE DEPARTMENT IS COMMITTED TO:

Promoting a holistic approach to wellness, and developing healthier lifestyle choices that lead to personal and professional growth.

Providing state-of-the-art services and facilities.

Integrating diverse learning, leadership opportunities, and wellness perspectives with social, economic, and global ideas from the Youngstown State community complements the academic mission of Youngstown State University.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Students will be able to practice a holistic approach to wellness and develop healthier lifestyle choices that lead to personal and professional growth.

Students will learn the short and long-term benefits of having facilities and equipment that are cutting-edge, universally designed, and well-maintained.

Through diverse learning, wellness perspectives, and leadership opportunities, students will demonstrate civic, social, and cultural awareness and direction for the betterment of the University, city, region, and world.

The Department of Campus Recreation provides diverse and intentional programming to the YSU community with the goal of creating a recreational environment that is safe, inclusive, and accessible for users. Our commitment is to provide patrons of all races, ethnicities, genders, sexualities, abilities, religions, sizes, and ages with educational wellness experiences. In doing so, we aim to build and support the physical, mental, and social well-being of the Penguin community.

Youngstown State University is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination. The University provides housing accommodations for students without regard to race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, or national origin. The University has developed procedures to assist with concerns regarding discrimination. Assistance is available through the Affirmative Action Office and the Multicultural Student Services Office.
Campus Recreation Professional Staff Directory

Director, Campus Recreation

Ryan McNicholas

(330) 941-2207

ramcnicholas@ysu.edu

Ryan is a proud YSU alumnus, receiving his Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science in 2005 and his Master's in Health & Human Service in 2008 from YSU.

My favorite thing about YSU Campus Recreation is working with the student staff, seeing their development of skills, and telling my infamous Dad Jokes!

Recreation Program Manager

Marko Marinkovich

(330) 941-1973

mmmarkinkovich@ysu.edu

Marko is a proud penguin, earning two degrees from Youngstown State University! He has worked in some capacity with Campus Recreation for nearly 40 years. He enjoys spending time with his daughters and enjoys going to Church!

His favorite thing about working at Campus Recreation is sharing an office with Dan! Felix & Oscar!



Business Operations Specialist 2

Shirley Hodge

(330) 941-7291

  smhodge@ysu.edu

Shirley is a YSU alumnus. She has worked in four different departments on campus and really enjoys working with the students. Over her years at YSU, she has made many friends from students, staff, faculty, and administration.

Assistant Director Fitness, Wellness & Special Events

Dina Fabry

(330) 941- 3731

dmfabry@ysu.edu

Dina is a YSU alumnus who received her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science in 2014. She then received her Master’s degree in Health and Physical Activity in 2015 at the University of Pittsburgh.

My favorite things about YSU Campus Recreation are the opportunities available for student development/goal achievement, watching students grow into professionals, and the fun and welcoming environment.

Adventure Recreation Coordinator

Thomas Worsham

(330) 941- 1964

tworsham@ysu.edu

Thomas is a graduate of Bowling Green State University where he graduated with his master’s degree in education in 2019 and has worked in adventure recreation since he first started school in 2014.

Competitive Sports & Club Coordinator

Michael Hettinger

330-941-2239

cmhettinger@ysu.edu

Bio:

Michael received a Bachelor's in Mathematics from DePauw University in 2020, and a Master's in Sports Management from Indiana State University in 2023. He first began working in campus recreation in 2022 at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology as a Graduate Assistant.

His favorite thing about working in campus recreation is planning all of the fun activities during the year, as well as working to improve student's overall health and well-being.

Graduate Assistant for Club Sports and Summer Camps

Joaquinn Egawa

zegawa@student.ysu.edu

Bio:

Joaquinn is a Singaporean international student who graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a Bachelor's in Psychology in 2021, and is currently working on a Masters in Counseling in Education at YSU. Prior to working at Campus Rec, Joaquinn has overseen physical and wellness programming in high school summer camps, study abroad programs, and the Singapore army.

Joaquinn's favorite aspect of working in Campus Rec is being able to facilitate personal and leadership development among the students he gets to work with.

GA(s) & Liason

YSU Community Liason

Mason Edmunds

(330)-941-2166

mgedmunds-guest@ysu.edu

Bio:

Mason is a YSU Alumnus who received his Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Studies in 2019. Mason has been working for Meridian HealthCare as the YSU Community Liaison since 2019.

My favorite thing about YSU Campus Recreation are the many services on offer that cater to both mental and physical wellness for students. There’s something for everyone at Campus Rec!

Facility Operations

Theresa Minich

330-941-2244

timinich@student.ysu.edu

Bio:

Theresa is a proud YSU alumni having earned her Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science in 2022. She is currently pursuing her doctorate's degree in Physical Therapy as she performed her duties as the Facility Operations GA.

Her favorite part of working in Campus Recreation is being able to work with all the professional staff and student staff to create a welcoming environment for all YSU penguins to improve all aspects of their health and well-being.

Fitness and Welnnes Graduate Associate

Grace Haughn

330-941-2961

ghaughn@student.ysu.edu

Bio:

Grace is a current graduate student in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program and has her Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science. She loves competing with friends and family in outdoor sports or board games and plays on an indoor soccer team in her free time. Her favorite part of working in Campus Recreation is helping with fun and exciting programs for the students and learning how to grow as a professional.

Community Recreation GA

Dalton Campana

dacampana@student.ysu.edu

Dalton is a YSU alumnus who received his bachelor's degree in Biology in 2015. He also received his master's degree in Environmental Science in 2019 and is currently enrolled in the Doctor of Education-Educational Leadership- Health and Human Services at YSU. His favorite part of working in Campus Recreation is having the tools to improve the community's health and overall well-being.
Department Contact Information

General Email:

campusrec@ysu.edu

Club Sports Email:

clubsport@ysu.edu

Front Desk Phone Number:

330-941-3488

Administrative Office Phone Number:

330-941-2240

Fax Number:

330-941-2961

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