YSU Alumni and Friends Virtual Book Club
2024-09-24 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
The YSU Alumni and Friends Virtual Book Club will begin with its first meeting of the fall on Tuesday, September 24 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. This month’s book is Verity by Colleen Hoover.

Meetings are kept to one hour and are led by librarians from the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. There is no obligation to participate every month. Come when you can!

Participation is limited to 15 for ease of discussion. Register below to receive a link for the meeting!

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Triangle Chapter Football Watch Party
2024-09-28 15:00 - 18:30
Please join the Triangle, NC YSU Alumni Chapter for a Football Watch Party as YSU plays Missouri State on Saturday, September 28th at 3:00pm. This is a free event held at Carolina Ale House with food and drinks available for purchase.

The game starts at 3:00 pmCarolina Ale House2240 Walnut StreetCary, NC

If you have any questions, please contact Melanie Diorio (dioriomelanie@gmail.com) with any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Houston Chapter Football Watch Party at Upside Pub
2024-10-05 14:00 - 17:00
Join the Houston YSU Alumni Chapter for a lunch at the Upside Pub on Saturday, October 5th at 1:00pm CST at The Upside Pub. Wear your favorite Penguin gear as we gather to cheer on YSU as they face Indiana State on Homecoming. Guests will pay for separate checks for lunch and drinks.

Upside Pub3402 N Shepherd DrHouston, TX 77018

Please RSVP by September 27th for an accurate count.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Please contact Chapter Leaders Matthew Finamore at mfinamore21@gmail.com or Clarence Howell at chowell@accforbusiness.com with any questions.

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Half Century Club Celebration
2024-10-06 11:30 - 14:00
Rekindle your Penguin spirit and reminisce with the Class of 1974 and earlier graduates! Please join us on Homecoming weekend to honor the newly inducted members of the Half Century Club with a luncheon and pinning ceremony. Those who have previously reached the 50-year milestone are also welcome to attend with a guest.

YSU President Bill Johnson will be the featured speaker, highlighting some of the incredible opportunities and points of pride at Youngstown State today. As a unique experience for this year’s attendees, guests will enjoy fellowship and celebration at the historic Pollock House, which became the home for the Youngstown State University President in 2012.

Reservations due no later than September 27, 2024. The cost is $30 per person.

Las Vegas Chapter Dinner
2024-10-17 21:00 - 22:00
Join us for an evening with good food and great friends!

We will be meeting at Charley’s Lakeside Restaurant (8603 W. Sahara, Las Vegas, NV) on Thursday, October 17, 2024, at 6:00 p.m for our Las Vegas YSU Alumni Chapter Dinner. Alumni, Penguin friends, and fans are invited.

The menu for dinner will include: Caesar salad, prime rib, vegetable lasagna, green beans, dalma bean, mashed potatoes, and a roll. The cost is $35 per person and will be cash or check only the night of the event.

Please make your reservation by emailing Chapter Leader Cyndy Anderson (ceanderson@ysu.edu) your name, YSU graduation year, and how many people you are bringing and their names before October 4th.

As always, Go YSU Penguins!

YSU Alumni and Friends Virtual Book Club Meeting
2024-10-22 18:30 - 19:30
The YSU Alumni and Friends Virtual Book Club will be meeting on Tuesday, October 22 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. This month’s book is Daisy Darker by Alice Feeney.

Meetings are kept to one hour and are led by librarians from the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. There is no obligation to participate every month. Come when you can!

Participation is limited to 15 for ease of discussion. Register below to receive a link for the meeting!

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Tampa Bay Golf Outing at Crescent Oaks
2024-10-26 13:00 - 14:00
Join the YSU Tampa Bay Alumni Chapter on Saturday, October 26th at 1:00pm for a Golf outing at the beautiful Crescent Oaks Golf Club.

Crescent Oaks GC,3300 Crescent Oaks Blvd.Tarpon Springs, FL 34688

Each player will pay the individual greens fee of $35.95 plus tax when arriving at the course before the start of play.

Please contact Chapter Leader Richard Spong (spong@knology.net) with any questions.

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Rocky Mountain Alumni Chapter Football Watch Party at Blue Yonder
2024-10-26 18:00 - 21:00
Join the YSU Rocky Mountain Alumni Chapter as the Penguins take on North Dakota on Saturday, October 26 at 4pm MST. This is a free event with food and drinks available for purchase. Family and friends are welcome to join you.

Relive your YSU memories and connect with fellow Penguins in your area!

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DFW Chapter Watch Party with Illinois State at The Pond
2024-11-02 15:00 - 17:00
Please join the DFW YSU Alumni Chapter for a Football Watch Party as YSU plays Illinois State on Saturday, November 2nd at 2:00pm CST. This is a free event held at The Upside Pub with food and drinks available for purchase.

The game starts at 2:00pm (3:00 pm EST)The Pond2514 Summit Ave.Suit 200Plano, TX 75074

If you have any questions, please contact Chapter Leaders Leslie Raines-Conley (leslieaconley@yahoo.com), or Mary McLaughlin (pmclaughlin@sbcglobal.net) with any questions. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Satur-Day of Caring
2024-11-16 08:00 - 12:00
Pete’s Pride will participate in the United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley’s monthly Satur-Day of Caring on Saturday, November 16. Volunteers unload, pack, and deliver food to more than 400 seniors, shut-ins, and families in need.

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YSU Alumni and Friends Virtual Book Club Meeting
2024-11-26 18:30 - 19:30
The YSU Alumni and Friends Virtual Book Club will be meeting on Tuesday, November 26 at 6:30 p.m. on Zoom. This month’s book is The Searcher by Tana French.

Meetings are kept to one hour and are led by librarians from the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County. There is no obligation to participate every month. Come when you can!

Participation is limited to 15 for ease of discussion. Registration link coming soon!

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Rock The Dome
2025-01-17 08:00 - 17:00
Join fellow Pete’s Pride volunteers and Planetarium staff at the annual Rock The Dome Weekend! Volunteers are needed to help out in the Ward Beecher Planetarium with ushering and collecting tickets. There are multiple shifts available for both days. Standing, sitting, bending, and stooping will be required.

Volunteers will wear black Ward Beecher t-shirts. Please indicate your shirt size when registering. More details and registration can be found below.

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DFW Alumni Bowling Team Dinner
2025-01-24 19:30 - 20:30
Join fellow alumni and friends at J Gilligans at 6:30pm on Friday, January 24, 2025 for a night of delicious food and camaraderie as we support our talented student athletes. This is a great opportunity to reconnect with old friends, make new connections, and show your Penguin spirit. The cost is $25 and includes a dinner buffet. Guests are welcome.

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YSU San Diego Chapter - Women's Basketball Watch Party
2025-03-01 14:30 - 16:30
Please join the San Diego YSU Alumni Chapter for a YSU Women’s Basketball watch party on Saturday, March 1st from 11:30-2:00pm. This is a free event held at Tower 13 restaurant and bar, food and drinks are available for purchase. Join us in wearing your favorite YSU gear and cheer on our Penguins! RSVP below to receive a free YSU can koozie!

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YSU Charlotte Alumni Chapter Dinner with Softball Team
2025-03-03 18:30 - 20:30
The Charlotte Alumni Chapter will show support for the Penguins when they’re in Rock Hill February 28-March 4 for a tournament at Winthrop University.

Make plans to get to know these outstanding student athletes, while sharing memories with fellow alumni! The cost is $25 per person. The menu includes a fajita bar with sides and non-alcoholic beverages.

RSVP by Friday, February 28.

Email habelgin@ysu.edu or call 330-941-1591 for more information.

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Orlando Alumni Chapter - Volunteering at The Sharing Center
2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00
Join the YSU Orlando Alumni Chapter in volunteering at The Sharing Center on Saturday, March 15th from 10:00am to 12:00pm! Join us afterwards for an informal lunch next door to catch up.

Chapter leader Jenna Parkany ’19 will be in attendance and will bring along a Pete’s Pride t-shirt for all YSU Orlando Alumni Chapter participants.

Please RSVP below by Saturday, March 8th. Email chapter leader Jenna Parkany ’19 at jennaparkany@gmail.com with any questions and your t-shirt size!

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Washington D.C. Alumni Chapter Event - Picnic at Sunshine Ridge Winery
2025-03-22 16:00 - 18:00
Join the Washington D.C. YSU Alumni Chapter for a picnic at Sunshine Ridge Farm and Winery. This will be a fun and casual afternoon at the vineyard and is open to alumni and friends. Please note that this is a credit card only venue and guests must be 16+ years old. Wear your favorite YSU gear or wear red to show your Penguin pride!

Sunshine Ridge Farms and Winery

15850 Sunshine Ridge Lane

Gainesville, VA 20155

You are welcome to bring your own food and non-alcoholic drinks. Additional drinks and food will be available for purchase. Guests will receive a free YSU branded item to display their YSU spirit.

Please RSVP by March 14 to ensure an accurate guest count.

Come share YSU memories and make new connections with Youngstown friends in a relaxed setting. If you have any questions, please contact Chapter Leader Max Gocala-Nguyen ’15 at mjgocala@gmail.com or Kristin Garzoni ’06 at kgards2@gmail.com.

We hope to see you there!

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YSU Phoenix Alumni Chapter - Guardians Spring Training Game
2025-03-23 13:30 - 15:30
Join the YSU Phoenix Alumni Chapter for a Cleveland Guardians spring training game at Goodyear Ballpark, 1933 S. Ballpark Way, Goodyear, AZ 85338! Our original February date has limited seats remaining, so we opted for another Guardians game in March.

We are excited to get together with fellow alumni and reconnect over our love of YSU and Ohio baseball!

Tickets will cost $20 per person. Friends and family are welcome! Our seats are in the Right Field Pavillion near the centerfield area. There is a bar nearby and a great view of the whole field.

If you would like to attend the game with the chapter, please RSVP using the form below by Friday, March 7.

For more information or any questions, please contact YSU Phoenix Alumni Chapter Leader Patrick Becker ’92 at healthcoachpatrick@yahoo.com.

We hope to see you there!

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YSU Naples/Ft. Myers Alumni
2025-03-29 19:00 - 20:00
The YSU Naples/Ft. Myers Chapter are invited to attend a family fun night hosted by the Florida Everblades as they take on the Toledo Walleye. The match will be played on Saturday, March 29th at 7:00pm. All alumni and friends are welcome to attend!

It’s also a Black-Out Night! Fans are encouraged to wear black. Everblades players will wear special Black-Out Jerseys, which will be auctioned online. Enjoy the FREE Pregame Party with Live Music outside Hertz Arena from 5:00-7:00 PM!

If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Valentine-Williams ’03 at jvalentine-williams@live.com. We look forward to seeing you there!

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YSU Red & White Reception
2025-04-01 18:00 - 20:00
Show your YSU spirit and be part of advocacy for the Mahoning Valley!Make your reservation for a networking reception to be held in conjunction with the 2025 Columbus Drive-In event. Youngstown State University President Bill Johnson will discuss current initiatives and opportunities for growth.Hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine will be provided. Parking is available at the Statehouse’s underground parking garage.

Email alumni@ysu.edu for more information.

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NYC Alumni/Student Dinner
2025-04-03 18:00 - 20:00
YSU students who are part of the Williamson College of Business Administration’s Student Investment Fund will travel to New York City for a conference in April.

Please plan to attend a cocktail reception to welcome these outstanding students and foster their professional development at Trattoria Dell’Arte, located in midtown across from Carnegie Hall.

Dr. Betty Jo Licata, Interim Dean of the WCBA, and Dr. Peter Chen, Associate Professor of Finance, will share the latest developments at YSU today. It will be a wonderful opportunity to reminisce and network with other area alumni and friends, as well. You are welcome to bring a guest.

An invitation with a reservation link will be sent to you in February. Update your contact information if your preferred email or mailing address has changed. We hope to see you there!

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Columbus Alumni Chapter - National Volunteer Week
2025-04-26 09:00 - 12:00
Join the YSU Columbus Alumni Chapter for National Volunteer Week! The Columbus Alumni Chapter will join alumni across the country to demonstrate YSU’s commitment to our communities. The chapter will again volunteer with the Mid Ohio Food Collective at their on-site pantry, 4041 Gantz Rd , Grove City, OH 43123.

The on-site pantry at the Mid-Ohio Food Collective is looking for dedicated volunteers to help serve customers through the various stations inside the market. Some volunteers will be preparing food and carts while others help with registration and loading. 16 years of age and older are welcome. Ages 11-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Please maintain a 1:1 adult to child ratio and keep child with adult at all times.

Connect with fellow Penguins as we give back to the community! RSVP below by April 18th and join us for this National Volunteer Week project. There are limited spots available, so sign up today!

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Alumni Planetarium Show and Lecture "Megacities in the Sky"
2025-05-15 18:00 - 19:00
Join the Office of Alumni Engagement, fellow YSU alumni, and YSU professor, Dr. Patrick Durrell for an evening in the stars! 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.

Space is limited. Reservations are due by Monday, May 12.For any questions or help with registering, please contact Allison Bye at arbye@ysu.eduFor a full list of upcoming Planetarium shows, please visit the Ward Beecher Planetarium website at https://www.wbplanetarium.org/

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Washington D.C. Chapter Social and Brewery Tour
2025-05-31 15:00 - 17:00
Dear YSU Alumni,

This is a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with fellow Penguins from Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia while enjoying a fun-filled brewery tour and social event. Friends and family are welcome, so bring your loved ones along for a great time! Due to a brew festival this day, we will have priority access but to get in the door free, you have to wear red or YSU swag, and RSVP in advance for free admission! If you do not RSVP, you may have to pay entry to the event.

We’ll start gathering at 3:00 PM, giving everyone a chance to mingle before the tour begins at 4:00 PM. The event will take place at 3178-B Bladensburg Rd NE, Washington, DC 20018.

We can’t wait to see you there! Please RSVP by Friday, May 23.

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YSU Alumni - San Diego Chapter
2025-06-01 14:00 - 17:00
Please join the San Diego YSU Alumni Chapter to watch the Padres play the Pirates on Saturday, June 1st from 2:00pm-5:00pm. This is a free event held at Tower 13 restaurant and bar, food and drinks are available for purchase. Wear your favorite YSU gear, or come in red and white, to connect with fellow Penguins.

If you have any questions, please contact Michele McTigue at michele.mctigue@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Youngstown State University Alumni - Pittsburgh Chapter
2025-07-26 18:30 - 20:00
Join fellow Penguin alumni for a night out at PNC Park on July 26th as the Pirates take on the Arizona Diamondbacks! All tickets will come included with $5 of loaded value that can be used at the concession stand or team store. Be sure to stick around after the game as well for a postgame drone light show!

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CSRA - Columbia YSU Night With The GreenJackets
2025-08-21 18:00 - 21:00
We have our annual YSU Nite with the GreenJackets on Thursday, August 21 (Thirsty Thursday with drink specials). We have concourse suites with ceiling fans, as we again partner with the local Sertoma Clubs. The game is against the Columbia Fireflies. Gates open at 6:00 PM. The game starts at 7:05 PM. The picnic buffet is from 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.

The cost for your ticket, the suite, and picnic buffet is $ 41 pp. We encourage you to invite family and friends. Checks should be made out to the AIKEN SERTOMA CLUB, PO Box 2065, Aiken, SC 29802. Checks should be in by 8/5/2025.

I am looking forward to a great night with alumni from both the CSRA and Columbia, as we support our hometown teams. Please answer this email by your check to Sertoma or to me, by the dues date. – Donald L. Bartelmay (penguinysu1964@aol.com)

Washington D.C. Chapter - YSU Football Watch Party
2025-09-06 14:00 - 15:00
Please join the Washington DC YSU Alumni Chapter for a Football Watch Party as YSU plays Robert Morris on Saturday, September 6th at 2:00pm. This is a free event held at Jimbos Bar and Grill with food and drinks available for purchase.

The game starts at 2:00 pmJimbos Bar and Grill,7901 Heritage Village PlazaGainesville, VA

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Charleston Chapter - YSU Volleyball Game @ College of Charleston
2025-09-12 18:00 - 19:00
Join the Charleston YSU Alumni Chapter for an unforgettable evening of Penguin Pride as we rally behind the YSU Volleyball Team when they take on the College of Charleston!

Event Details:When: Friday, September 12Start Time: 6:00 PMWhere: College of Charleston, TD Arena301 Meeting St, Charleston, SC 29401

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Phoenix Alumni Chapter - YSU Football Watch Party
2025-09-13 12:30 - 13:30
Please join the Phoenix YSU Alumni Chapter for a Football Watch Party as YSU plays Michigan State on Saturday, September 13 at 12:30pm. This is a free event held at Tom’s Watch Bar with food and drinks available for purchase. Wear your favorite YSU gear or wear red to cheer on the Penguins!

The game starts at 12:30pm (3:30 pm EST)Tom’s Watch Bar3 S 2nd St#117Phoenix, AZ 85004

Additionally, there is a parking validation program with the Collier Center garage. Guests who bring their parking ticket will receive two hours of complimentary parking. To receive validation, simply present your ticket to the Host or Manager on the day of the event. Please note that this offer is only valid at the Collier Center Garage (entrance ramp located just off Washington Street). In addition, there should be ample street parking available that day, but this is a convenient option for your group.

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