During back-to-school season, we're celebrating Penguin educators! The Alumni Ambassador program encourages teachers to share their positive YSU experience to assist with student recruitment. Above are Alumni Ambassadors Anjali Patel '05, Kayla McCann '11, and Carla Duda '92,'02.

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Have you ever fancied a trip to the Red Planet?  This special presentation by Dr. Patrick Durrell, Distinguished Professor of Physics and Astronomy, will take you through the latest discoveries and fascinating features on the planet Mars, combined with a showing of One Day on Mars, where you will enjoy a thrilling immersive experience as you dive into the depths of seemingly bottomless canyons, the heights of breathtaking volcanoes, and brave the violent winds that sweep across the Red Planet’s icy dunes.

A light reception will be held in the Ward Beecher Planetarium prior to the show and lecture. This is a free event with RSVPs required.

For more information, please contact Allison Bye at arbye@ysu.edu

The Office of Alumni Engagement, and the McDonough Museum of Art are highlighting alumnus Mario Ricciardi, BSBA '19 for a screening of his film, Midwest Sessions. This is a free event with RSVPs required. 

The movie is not rated, but has themes related to Sci-Fi and Horror which would be similar to a PG-13 rating. 

Reception at 6:00pm. Screening at 6:30pm. Q&A at 8:30pm.

For more information contact Allison Bye at arbye@ysu.edu or Claudia Berlinski at caberlinski@ysu.edu 

The Williamson College of Business Administration (WCBA) will celebrate the accomplishments of alumni, faculty, staff, and students at the 29th Annual WCBA Fall Alumni Banquet on October 24. The reception begins at 5:45 p.m. in the Weir Atrium of Williamson Hall. The awards program will start at 7:00 p.m.

2025 WCBA Alumni Awards

Anthony Trevena, '05  - Outstanding Alumnus, Executive Director, Western Reserve Port Authority

Jerry Wiant, ‘89 - Outstanding Alumnus, Head of Financial Institutions Investment Banking Group, Truist Securities

Dylan Anders, ‘19 - Outstanding Recent Alumnus, Philanthropic Strategy & Investment Advisor, Cleveland Foundation

Michele Merkel '93-  Outstanding Service Award, President, Junior Achievement of Eastern Ohio

The cost is $50.00 per person. 

Contact Tiffany Moore at 330-941-3065 or tlmoore09@ysu.edu for information.

Reconnect, Rediscover, and Raise a Glass to BCHHS!

Join fellow alumni for an unforgettable evening at the BCHHS Food & Wine Tour to kick off Homecoming Weekend! Join us from 6-8pm on Friday, October 24th to reconnect with old friends, faculty, and fellow alumni while exploring our facilities and labs.

Enjoy delicious food and wine pairings as you stroll through hallways filled with memories—shared by alumni, faculty and staff just like you! 

RSVP by October 3rd to receive free campus parking and a complimentary wine glass.

Keep an eye out for an exclusive YSU Homecoming e-newsletter

going out in early September.

The class of 1975 and members of earlier graduating classes will be honored during the annual Half Century Club Celebration, to take place at the John J. McDonough Museum of Art. Invitation forthcoming. 

Contact Heather Belgin at habelgin@ysu.edu or 330-941-1591 for info.

 The Youngstown Historical Society of Industry and Labor (The Steel Museum) will provide a personalized tour, including the new Grit/Glow exhibit.

This is a free event with RSVPs required.

A few summer Penguin pics. . .

Scrappers YSU Alumni Night - June 27
Irv Maurer '69, recipient of the 2024 Cincinnatus Award, threw out the first pitch.

Theta Chi Alumni Hometown Reunion - July 14
Photo at the site of the former Theta Chi house on Bryson Street

10th Annual ROTC Alumni Picnic - July 26
Photo with Mission BBQ's US Army surplus 2 1/2 ton truck

Share your Penguin pride with prospective students! Alumni postcard volunteers write personal notes to encourage admitted students to join the Penguin family. Click here to sign up.

The YSU Charleston Alumni Chapter is preparing to support the YSU volleyball team with alumni and friends when they take on the College of Charleston on September 12.

If you're within driving distance of Charleston, RSVP here to support the Penguins and connect with alumni in your area!

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