Sit in on important conversations about Women’s History Month and issues that women face today. Knowledge, experiences, and perspectives of YSU students, faculty, and staff will be central to the discussions held. This event will be safe and casual for ALL. Feel free to just listen, or jump in and ask the panel some questions of your own! Participate, and you could win great prizes!
Sponsored by Student Activities
Bring spring break back to campus and create your own beach-themed Zen Garden. While supplies last.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
Free and open to the public.
Come learn how to dance with the YSU Dance Club! Professional dance instructor, Matthew Feehley, will be teaching us a variety of ballroom styles. No experience or partner necessary! You'll meet new people, learn a new skill, and have a great time.
Email ysudanceclub@gmail.com with questions.
Sponsored by YSU Dance Club
Let’s put a small twist on soccer and introduce futsal to the university. Who is the true futsal pro at Youngstown State? The winning team gets a Penguin City/YSU glass mug. The competition commences March 12th starting at 8pm at Campus Rec. You can either make a team or join a team. The deadline to sign up is March 8th.
Cost: $5 individual fee, $12 intramural sports passport
Register by March 8 at the IMLeagues website
For questions, contact Michael Hettinger at cmhettinger@ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
Who is Running for Office in 2024-25? Meet the candidates that have filed petitions to run for College Representative and Academic Senator for the next academic year. Join us to learn more about them and ask questions about their plans to be part of Student Government.
For more information, please contact Brayden Melia, Elections Chair at btmelia@student.ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Student Government Association
Free Admission
A safe space where students can come to express their struggles with substance abuse and mental health.
Email mgedmonds-guest@ysu.edu for info.
Sponsor: Campus Rec
This budgeting workshop can help you manage expenses, pay down debt and save for future financial goals. Learn how to find a budgeting tool you like, integrate savings into your budget and borrow responsibly. You don’t have to be a PNC customer to participate.
Register now at the PNC My Finance Academy webpage. A recording will be available at the link for 30 days after the event.
Sponsored by PNC Bank
In a relaxed atmosphere over coffee, tea, snacks, & music, come meet fellow students, both domestic and international, plus faculty and staff. Forming relationships and making friends is what international coffee hour is all about!
Sponsored by the International Programs Office
Free and open to the public.
It's Friday, which means it's time for another Friday Night at the Cove. Bring a friend or meet a new one here. Come enjoy a night filled with fun and activities with your Housing & Residence Life tribe!
Sponsored by Office of Student Experience
Free for YSU Students with a valid YSU ID. Tickets for non-students are $5 (cash only) at the gate.
This fundraising event for Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley, will feature carnival games, food, raffles, and more! There’s no fee to enter, but tickets can be purchased to participate in raffles and carnival games with prizes. Free and open to the public.
Free and open to the public.
Free and open to the public.
Free for YSU Students with a valid YSU ID. Tickets for non-students are $5 (cash only) at the gate.
Free Admission
Free for YSU Students with a valid YSU ID. Tickets for non-students are $5 (cash only) at the gate.
Who is Running for Office in 2024-25? Meet the candidates that have filed petitions to run for office as President and Executive Vice President of Student Government Association for the next academic year. Join us to learn more about their platforms and ask questions about their plans to lead the student body.
For more information, please contact Brayden Melia, Elections Chair at btmelia@student.ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Student Government Association
Free and open to the public.
Free for YSU Students with a valid YSU ID. Tickets for non-students are $5 (cash only) at the gate.
Come learn how to dance with the YSU Dance Club! Professional dance instructor, Matthew Feehley, will be teaching us a variety of ballroom styles. No experience or partner necessary! You'll meet new people, learn a new skill, and have a great time.
Email ysudanceclub@gmail.com with questions.
Sponsored by YSU Dance Club
Who is Running for Office in 2024-25? Meet the candidates that have filed petitions to run for College Representative and Academic Senator for the next academic year. Join us to learn more about them and ask questions about their plans to be part of Student Government.
For more information, please contact Brayden Melia, Elections Chair at btmelia@student.ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Student Government Association
The Office of Veterans Affairs will discuss military culture, the GI Bill, military mental health issues, and common hurdles and perceptions student veterans face when attending college. Training includes a student veteran panel and hot lunch.
Participants receive a certificate, pin and magnet upon completion. This training is designed for YSU Faculty, Advisors, Staff (and Grad students studying higher education).
Register at the Reveille - Warrior Awareness Training webpage
Sponsored by Office of Veterans Affairs
A safe space where students can come to express their struggles with substance abuse and mental health.
Email mgedmonds-guest@ysu.edu for info.
Sponsor: Campus Rec
Join us for this live recording workshop and get featured on your very own song! Find a new creative outlet to cope with stress.
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Olympic athlete Anthony Watson will talk about why he loves being American & what makes the US so exceptional.
Go to the RSVP for Anthony Watson Event Google Forms webpage
For questions, contact Maddy Lutz at mslutz@student.ysu.edu or (724) 996-6227
Sponsored by Turning Point USA
Free and open to the public.
The fraternities and sororities are doing their part by donating their time volunteering to help with a community service project.
Sponsored by Student Activities
Free and open to the public.
Students will learn and discuss technical resources to assist in staying on track. Keep up with due dates, deadlines, and notifications using your calendar. Manage your files, including student work, using OneDrive.
It’s nice to have a friend! Join us for friendship bracelet making with fun new beads you can personalize to you and your bestie!
Sponsored by Student Activities
Join us on a coach bus to a Cleveland Cavaliers basketball game! Prices have been discounted and these NBA tickets are limited. Priority registration for students *only.* Register to reserve your seat and ticket NOW! Only one ticket per student.
Cost: $20
Registration: Register on the Campus Rec Store or visit the Campus Rec Administrative Offices
For questions, please contact Michael Hettinger at cmhettinger@ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Campus Recreation and Student Activities
Come and relax before Easter weekend with adorable bunnies and baby chicks to ease your stress!
Sponsored by Campus Rec
This exhibit focuses on highlighting different forms of oppression/injustice that groups of people have historically faced and face today.
Sponsored by Housing & Residence Life
Practice yoga poses with puppies!
Registration: go to the Rec Center Store Yoga reservation webpage
Sponsored by Campus Rec
SPIN to Taylor Swift songs! Swift outfits are welcomed!
Registration: go to the Rec Center Store Themed SPIN reservation webpage
For questions, please contact Dina Fabry at dmfabry@ysu.edu or 330-941-3731.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
Come learn how to dance with the YSU Dance Club! Professional dance instructor, Matthew Feehley, will be teaching us a variety of ballroom styles. No experience or partner necessary! You'll meet new people, learn a new skill, and have a great time.
Email ysudanceclub@gmail.com with questions.
Sponsored by YSU Dance Club
Learn skills that will help you manage money and improve your overall understanding of how to achieve and maintain financial health. You don’t have to be a PNC customer to participate.
Register now at the PNC My Finance Academy webpage. A recording will be available at the link for 30 days after the event.
Sponsored by PNC Bank
Who is Running for Office in 2024-25? Meet the candidates that have filed petitions to run for College Representative and Academic Senator for the next academic year. Join us to learn more about them and ask questions about their plans to be part of Student Government.
For more information, please contact Brayden Melia, Elections Chair at btmelia@student.ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Student Government Association
Test your skills in this car racing simulator! Sponsored by Campus Rec
Show us your baller knowledge with Basketball Trivia! To celebrate March Madness, we are asking students questions about the history of basketball for a chance to win prizes from Grubhub!
Sponsored by Grubhub and Kilcawley Center
Stressed out? Stop by and engage in a monthly wellness activity!
Sponsored by Campus Rec
A safe space where students can come to express their struggles with substance abuse and mental health.
Email mgedmonds-guest@ysu.edu for info.
Sponsor: Campus Rec
In a relaxed atmosphere over coffee, tea, snacks, & music, come meet fellow students, both domestic and international, plus faculty and staff. Forming relationships and making friends is what international coffee hour is all about!
Sponsored by the International Programs Office International and the Butler
Students can obtain a complimentary ticket with a valid YSU student ID. Tickets are available at the YSU Bookstore or the Athletics Ticket Office.
Free and open to the public.
Free for YSU Students with a valid YSU ID. Tickets for non-students are $5 (cash only) at the gate.
It's Friday, which means it's time for another Friday Night at the Cove. Bring a friend or meet a new one here. Put your 'talent' hats on because this Friday is Open Mic! Come and show the YSU world your talents and skills.
Sponsored by Office of Student Experience
Have you ever wanted to try climbing outside? Join Adventure Rec for a weekend of climbing in the world renowned Red River Gorge in Kentucky! This trip is designed for anyone who wants to try the sport regardless of experience. All equipment, transportation, camping, and instruction will be provided.
Cost: $90
Registration: go to the Rec Center Store Programs reservation webpage
For questions, contact adventurerec@ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
I summon Dark Magician! Pikachu, use thunder! Come show off your collection of cardboard and play in the Intramural Trading Card Game Tournament! Swiss Style Card Tournament for Yugioh, Magic: The Gathering, Pokemon, and Disney: Lorcana. “Constructed” format (must bring your own cards) following most recent official banlist/rule update for that game.
Cost: $5 individual fee, $12 intramural sports passport
Register by March 29 at the IMLeagues website
For questions, contact Michael Hettinger at cmhettinger@ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
Free and open to the public.
Free for YSU Students with a valid YSU ID. Tickets for non-students are $5 (cash only) at the gate.
Free Admission
Stressed out? Stop by and engage in a monthly wellness activity!
Sponsored by Campus Rec
Share, brainstorm, work, and revise your writing in a small group setting.
Sponsored by YSU Poetry Club
College is full of making memories, why not keep them in a memory box to look back on! Join us to make a box of your own where you can store mementos from your college experience.
Sponsored by Student Activities
Want to try bouldering outside? Join us for an afternoon of bouldeirng at Mill Creek Metropark to try it out for free!
Registration: go to the Rec Center Store Programs reservation webpage
For questions, contact adventurerec@ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
SGA election polls will open at 8:00am on Tuesday, April 2 and close at 8:00pm on Wednesday, April 3. Eligible voters will receive an email notification when polls open, including instructions for online voting.
Sponsored by Student Government Association
Come grab a bite, a drink, and bring the competition for this competitive tournament. Tournament winners will get a Penguin City/YSU glass mug.
Cost: $5 individual fee, $12 intramural sports passport
Registration: Register at the IMLeagues website
For questions, contact Michael Hettinger at cmhettinger@ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
It's your favorite day of the week! Come show some PRIDE with your Housing & Residence Life family with some crafts and other fun activities!
Sponsored by Office of Student Experience
Greek Sing is the annual song-and-dance event featuring the fraternities and sororities competing in group performances to showcase their talents, build community within their organizations, and to have fun! The 71st annual competition theme this year is Movie Soundtracks and is the culmination of all YSU Greek activities for the academic year. The event is open to the public.
For questions, contact the Student Activities Office at studentactivities@ysu.edu or 330-941-3575.
Sponsored by Student Activities
The Society of Physics Students is traveling to Geneva Park to view the total solar eclipse at totality. There is going to be a cookout, and people are welcome to bring their own solar telescopes or binoculars. All participants will be given free eclipse viewing glasses.
For questions, contact Amanda Keating at ajkeating@student.ysu.edu or 724-372-2349.
Sponsored by Society of Physics Students
Celebrate the Solar Eclipse with a guided painting session hosted by a local artist! Hot Cocoa and refreshments will be provided.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
Volunteer your time and be crafty while making DIY puppy toys to donate to adoptable puppies at New Lease on Life!
Sponsored by Campus Rec
Take a break from the everyday and join your favorite coworkers down at the MVR for some “friendly” bocce competition.
Drop-in to participate, no registration required!
For questions, contact Michael Hettinger at cmhettinger@ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
You’ve heard of Paint by Numbers... we’re introducing Sticker by Numbers! Or Color by Numbers if stickers are still a little too complicated. Come relax and create a new piece of art for your home.
Sponsored by Student Activities
Come join a free plant giveaway at Perkins Park!
For questions, contact Dalton Campana at dacampana@student.ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
An elegant night to recognize all the club sports accomplishments from this past calendar year (F23-S24). Please join us for a wonderful night of awards and good eats.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
It's Friday, which means it's time for another Friday Night at the Cove. Bring a friend or meet a new one here. Put your 'talent' hats on because this Friday is Open Mic! Come and show the YSU world your talents and skills.
Sponsored by Office of Student Experience
The Office of Veterans Affairs will discuss military culture, the GI Bill, military mental health issues, and common hurdles and perceptions student veterans face when attending college. Training includes a student veteran panel and hot lunch.
Participants receive a certificate, pin and magnet upon completion. This training is designed for YSU Faculty, Advisors, Staff (and Grad students studying higher education).
Register at the Reveille - Warrior Awareness Training webpage
Sponsored by Office of Veterans Affairs
Join the Adventure Rec team on a day of guided caving in Laurel Caverns, PA's largest cave! Transportation and equipment will be provided.
Cost: $70
Registration: Go to the Rec Center Store programs webpage
For questions, contact adventurerec@ysu.edu.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
Come play with adoptable puppies to help reduce your stress. Donations for the animal shelter are accepted!
Sponsored by Campus Rec
Want to try out our high ropes course? We will be offering open high ropes course time from 12pm-2pm, so bring your friends and try it out!
For questions, contact adventurerec@ysu.edu
Sponsored by Campus Rec
SPIN to Taylor Swift songs! Swift outfits are welcomed!
Registration: Go to the Rec Center Store Themed SPIN webpage
For questions, please contact Dina Fabry at dmfabry@ysu.edu or 330-941-3731.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
Practice yoga poses with goats and relax before finals!
Registration: Go to the Rec Center Store Goat Yoga webpage
For questions, please contact Dina Fabry at dmfabry@ysu.edu or 330-941-3731.
Sponsored by Campus Rec
This annual event recognizes current students, staff members, and organizations for academic excellence and overall achievement during the academic year. Each year this event is sponsored by Student Government, Student Affairs, and Student Activities. Some of the highlighted awards include the AVI Leadership Scholarships, Hirsch-Satrum Leadership Scholarships, Emerging Leader Program recognition, Student Government’s Awards, Presidential Mentors and most notably concludes with the YSU Pin Awards. Tickets Required.
Sponsored by Student Government, Student Affairs, and Student Activities
Youngstown State University Penguin Productions is proud to announce the tenth annual FEDERAL FRENZY on Saturday, April 27, 2024. This year, the event will take place on East Federal Street with Penguin City Brewery and the Youngstown Flea. The streets and buildings will be filled with vendors, food trucks, live artistry, interactive activities, and performances by local, regional, and national acts. This family-friendly music and arts festival is a celebration of the many talents of Youngstown State University and the greater Youngstown community.
Sponsored by Penguin Productions
The Division of Student Affairs is excited to invite you to join us at the Midnight Breakfast. We'll have your favorite breakfast foods and entertainment to help get you energized and take on finals. This event is free for all students. A current YSU ID must be presented for entry.
Sponsored by Student Affairs
Stressed out? Stop by and engage in a monthly wellness activity!
Sponsored by Campus Rec