Alumni News
Penguin Women on the Move
YSU celebrated Women’s History Month in March by recognizing Penguin Women on the Move, a collaboration between Alumni Engagement and the Women and Gender Studies program, now in its third year. This year’s seven recipients represent alumnae who embody the spirit of the 2019 theme, “Rise Up,” by going above and beyond in their personal, professional, academic and/or philanthropic endeavors. To showcase our successful alumnae and inspire our female students, the women selected have their photos and accomplishments included in poster displays throughout campus. They were also recognized at a luncheon March 22. Pictured left to right are honorees Stephanie Shaw, 1992, BA; Staff Sgt. Rachel Minto, 2014, BME; Kaitlin Rohrs-Cordes, 2013, BSBA; Janet Gbur, 2008, BE, and 2011, MSE; Dina Novak Ruden, 1980, BA; and Kelly Mehalco, 2012, BSAS. Not pictured is Carmella Marie Williams, 2005, BSBA.
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June 28 – YSU Night at the Scrappers, Eastwood Field. July 14 – Ladies Day Out, Summer Festival of the Arts, YSU Williamson Hall atrium and campus core. Aug. 3 – Atlanta Alumni Chapter at Atlanta United game, Mercedes–Benz Stadium. Sept. 13 -15 – Veterans-ROTC Alumni Weekend. (Reunion Dinner Friday; Penguin Football Saturday; ROTC Golf Fundraiser Sunday. Oct. 11 – Criminal Justice and Forensic Science 50th Anniversary Celebration, YSU Kilcawley Center. Oct. 16 – Half Century Club Celebration featuring the Class of 1969 at Stambaugh Auditorium (part of Skeggs Lecture Series with Martin Sheen). |
Alumni enjoy two events in New York City
On March 14, New York metro area alumni attended a cocktail reception at Bobby Van’s Steakhouse NYC in the Financial District to network with each other, meet Williamson College of Business Administration faculty and Marketing students and hear campus updates from WCBA Dean Betty Jo Licata. Later that month, the Cliffe College of Creative Arts and Communication sponsored a bus trip to hear the Dana Piano Trio perform at Carnegie Hall on March 22 and meet the artists at a reception after the concert. The trip also included a tour of the Steinway Piano Factory and a visit to the 911 Memorial.
In each edition of the magazine, we’ll feature alumni chapters and their leaders who work hard to ensure that alumni all over the country stay connected to YSU. In the first edition, get to know some of the chapter leaders in the Sunshine State!
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Gina Harwood, 2011, BSBAWhat were some of the highlights of your most recent event? What can alumni in your area look forward to next? Why is lifelong involvement with YSU important to you?
Megan Massacci, 2004, BSBAWhat were some of the highlights of your most recent event? What can alumni in your area look forward to next? Why is lifelong involvement with YSU important to you? |
Sal Guagliardo, Jr., 2012, BGSWhat were some of the highlights of your most recent events? What can alumni in your area look forward to next? Why is lifelong involvement with YSU important to you?
Richard Spong, 1964, BSBAWhat were some of the highlights of your most recent event? What can alumni in your area look forward to next? Why is lifelong involvement with YSU important to you? |
For alumni chapter information, contact Heather Belgin at habelgin@ysu.edu or 330.941.1591.
Williamson College of Business Administration recognizes alumni
President Jim Tressel and WCBA Dean Betty Jo Licata, far left, congratulate the recipients of the 2018 WCBA Outstanding Alumni Awards, including, from the left, Stuart Wise, 1983, BSBA, Management, regional president, ComDoc, Outstanding Business Alumnus; Angela Duskey, 2008, BSBA, Accounting, principal, HD Davis CPAs, Outstanding Recent Alumna; Matt Cooke, 2005, BSBA, Accounting, and 2008, MBA, vice president and senior manager, Analytics & Reporting, CapitalSource, Outstanding Recent Alumnus; and Carl D. Culp, 1985, BSBA, Accounting, senior executive vice president and chief financial officer, Farmers National Banc Corp., Outstanding Business Alumnus.
Bitonte College of Health & Human Services confers awards
PThe Dr. Dominic A. and Helen M. Bitonte College of Health and Human Services honored alumni, faculty, staff, as well as former dean and interim provost Joe Mosca, during the 10th annual alumni recognition dinner in February.
Pictured in the back row L to R: Matthew Leathers, 2000, 2003 & 2014, Physical Therapy honoree; Richard Crish, 1979, 1980 & 1997, Nursing honoree; Kathy Komara, 1999 & 2012, Social Work honoree; John Rindy, 1990, 2002 & 2005, Health Professions honoree; Ron Pusateri, 1986, Military Science honoree; and James Ciotti, 1992 & 1994, Criminal Justice & Forensic Sciences honoree. Pictured in front: Dana Gough, 2016, Human Ecology honoree (at left) and Patricia McCarthy, Dean’s Appreciation Award recipient (at right). Not pictured: Edward Potkanowicz, 1997, Kinesiology & Sport Science honoree, Harry (Jody) E. Patrick III, Dean’s Appreciation Award recipient and Mosca.
Alumni named Mahoning Valley Young Professionals 25 Under 35
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Joel Evans of Hubbard Brian Wharry of Lowellville Candace Madden of Canfield Abbie Twyford Wilson of Youngstown |
Stephen Horne, II of New Middletown Jonathon Fauvie of Youngstown Julianna Begalla of Cortland Nicholas Coggins of Girard |
Marcy Angelo of Hubbard Christopher Anderson of Mineral Ridge Charles Colvin of Canfield Morgen Reamer of East Palestine |
Kappa Sigma fraternity celebrates reunion
YSU Kappa Sigma fraternity members gathered at the Boardman Holiday Inn last summer for their first reunion since 1981.
Pictured from the left are, back row, Bill Rosselot; Jeff Williams, 1972; Mike Sabol, 1970; Jack Behan, 1971; Bill Stone, 1974; Bob Daras, 1976; Ray Romito; and Paul Repko, 1974. Middle row, John Zenobi, 1974; Seth Kohn, 1980; Pat Simon, 1975; Bob Flora, 1977; Jim Costas, 1976; Rick Crossman, 1973; Ed Chop, 1974; Brad Bryan, 1971; Mark Brunner, 1973 & 1977; and Bill Cunningham, 1972. And front row, Jack Krompegel, 1971; John Choleva, 1975; Orton Cowles, 1974; Tom Strouss, 1971; and Ray DeMarco, 1971.