In each of our colleges, there was much to be proud of this year. Explore a few success stories by tapping the badges below.

Social Work Student and Alumna Honored by National Association

Jambar Wins First Overall Excellence at ONMA Awards

Three YSU-Affiliated Murals Selected to America 250 Ohio Mural Collection

American Foundry Society Scores Top Honors at National Casting Competition

Student Investment Fund Earns First Place at National Portfolio Building Competition

The Charlotte Alumni Chapter welcomed the softball team in March during the Gardner Webb Tournament. The Penguins had an incredible season both on and off the field. The chapter will be supporting the team again in 2026.

Charlotte Alumni Chapter with the YSU softball team in March. 

The Space City Penguins enjoyed a visit from YSU President Bill Johnson on April 28! It was an evening of connecting, positive momentum, and excitement for the future of YSU - and the Houston Alumni Chapter!

Houston Alumni Chapter with YSU President Bill Johnson in April. 

The South Florida Alumni Chapter and the Naples/Ft. Myers Alumni Chapter, will participate in the Football Alumni Club's annual golf outing on February 19 and 20. All those in the Sunshine State are welcome to attend! Download this form to register.

Football Alumni Club with First Lady LeeAnn Johnson and YSU President Bill Johnson earlier this year. 

The Half Century Club celebration took place on October 26th. Alumni from earlier graduating classes also attended to celebrate this milestone and catch up with longtime friends. Guests enjoyed a visit to the McDonough Museum of Art, with remarks from President Bill Johnson, McDonough Museum Director Claudia Berlinski, and notable alumni artist Aislinn Janek '16. View more pictures from the event on our Facebook page by tapping on the picture below.

Attendees from the Class of 1975 with First Lady LeeAnn Johnson and President Bill Johnson.

Several new programs and degrees are now available at YSU. Read more about these new opportunities by tapping on the stories below.

Starting at the culmination of the Spring 2025 semester, renovations have begun at Kilcawley Center. The three-phase project is expected to finish in Fall 2027. Tap on the photo below to read more about the renovation. 

Photo by Nicarlyle Hanchard/The Jambar

Youngstown State University’s Office of Alumni Engagement has awarded five students with the YSU Alumni Legacy Scholarship for the 2025 - 2026 school year. Tap on the graphic above to read more about this year's recipients.

The YSU Office of Alumni Engagement is committed to fostering relationships between graduates and YSU and is proud to offer five $1000 Legacy Scholarships to children of YSU alumni.

For more information, including application information, follow the link below.

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