Youngstown State University Alumni

NYC Alumni Reception with WCBA Student Investment Fund
2026-03-19 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
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 March.

Please plan to attend a cocktail reception at Trattoria Dell’Arte on Thursday, March 19th from 6:00 – 8:00 PM to welcome these outstanding students and foster their professional development.

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. Alumni in all career fields, along with a guest if you like, are welcome to attend.

The cost is $35 per person and includes a variety of hors d’oeuvres, pasta station, non-alcoholic beverages, and one drink ticket. Reservations are due by Thursday, March 12.

YSU Alumni DC Chapter - YSU @ Georgetown Baseball Game
2026-03-21 10:00
Please join the Washington DC YSU Alumni Chapter as we cheer on the YSU baseball team when they play Georgetown on Saturday, March 21 at 10:00am. Join fellow YSU alumna Kristin Garzoni ’06 for a group picture before the game. Tickets must be purchased at the ballpark the day of the event for $5 per person. Don’t forget to wear your favorite YSU gear to share your Penguin pride! Family and friends are invited!

Capital One Center Ballpark1600 Capital One Dr.Tysons, VA 22102

RSVP to receive a free YSU alumni item for attending the game!

YSU Alumni San Diego Chapter- Watch Party
2026-04-12 13:00 - 16:00
Please join the San Diego YSU Alumni Chapter to watch the Padres play the Rockies on Sunday, April 12 from 1:00pm-4:00pm. 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.

Tower 132633 S Coast Highway 101Cardiff, CA

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

YSU Alumni Cleveland Chapter- Volunteering at Greater Cleveland Food Bank
2026-04-22 16:00 - 18:30
Join the YSU Cleveland Alumni Chapter on Wednesday, April 22 at 4:00pm when they volunteer with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, 13815 Coit Road, Cleveland, OH 44110.

The Greater Cleveland Food Bank needs assistance with a variety of projects! Tasks may include:

Sorting through and Repackaging Incoming Nonperishable, Perishable, and Non-food Donations

Shelf-stable Emergency Food Box Packing

Commodity Supplemental Food Program Box Packing

Backpacks for Kids Kit Assembly

Volunteers must be 14 or older to participate. Please RSVP by Thursday, April 18th. Hurry, there are limited spots available!

Please email chapter leader Adrian Foster ’02 at fosteradrian@hotmail.com with any questions.

YSU Columbus Chapter - Alumni Volunteering at Mid-Ohio Food Collective
2026-04-25 09:00 - 12:00
Please join the Columbus YSU Alumni Chapter in volunteering at the Mid-Ohio Food Collective, Saturday, April 25 from 9:00am – 12:00pm

Mid-Ohio Food Collective4041 Gantz RdGrove City, OH 43123

RSVPs are due by April 17th. We look forward to seeing you there!

Register Here

Orlando Alumni Chapter- Volunteering at The Sharing Center
2026-04-25 12:00 - 14:00
Join the YSU Orlando Alumni Chapter in volunteering at The Sharing Center Saturday, April 25th from 12:00pm to 2:00pm!

Volunteers may help sort clothing donations, organize merchandise, stock shelves, or assist in the distribution center. Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes.

After volunteering, join us for an informal lunch next door to catch up with fellow alumni.

Please RSVP by Saturday, April 18th.

Email chapter leader Jenna Parkany ’19 at jennaparkany@gmail.com with any questions.

YSU Charlotte Alumni Chapter Gathering
2026-04-25 13:00 - 16:00
Join the YSU Charlotte Alumni Chapter as they renew Penguin connections and gather for a relaxing afternoon at Seaboard Brewing, Wine Bar, & Taproom, 213 N. Trade Street, Matthews, NC. The chapter will be meeting on Saturday, April 25 at 1:00 PM! Seaboard has a multitude of beers and wines, charcuterie boards, and a pizza shop, The Exchange Pizza Depot, right on their patio!

Please RSVP by Saturday, April 18 if you plan to join the festivities. Family and friends are welcome. Guests will order from the menu and pay with separate checks.

Please contact YSU Charlotte Chapter Leaders Susan Davis ’77 and Tom Davis ’75 ’76 at ysu.charlotte@gmail.com with any questions.

We look forward to seeing you!

YSU Naples/Ft. Myers Chapter Volunteering at the Harry Chapin Food Bank
2026-04-29 14:30 - 16:30
Please join the Naples/Ft. Myers YSU Alumni Chapter in volunteering at the Harry Chapin Food Bank, Wednesday, April 29 from 2:30pm-4:30pm.

Harry Chapin Food Bank3760 Fowler Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901

We look forward to seeing you there! Please contact Chapter Leader Jennifer Valentine-Williams at jvalentine-williams@live.com with any questions.

Alumni Planetarium Talk "Alumni Night Among the Stars"
2026-05-15 18:00 - 21:00
Alumni Night Among the StarsCurt SpiveyFriday, May 15Pre-show reception: 6:00pm, Show and Lecture at 7:00pmWard Beecher Planetarium

Join the Office of Alumni Engagement, fellow YSU alumni, and YSU Planetarium Engineer, Curt Spivey, for an evening among the stars! A light reception will be held in the Ward Beecher Planetarium prior to the talk. This is a free event with RSVPs required.

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/

2026 YSU Pete's Pride at Streetscape
2026-05-30 09:00 - 12:00
Join Pete’s Pride in volunteering for the 29th annual Streetscape Planting Day! Since 2005, alumni and friends have been making an impact on the beautification of downtown Youngstown. Pete’s Pride is known for having one of the largest groups at Streetscape, and we need your help to continue our record!

Alumni, friends and volunteers of all ages are welcome to be part of a rewarding morning as we plant flowers, mulch, and clean up our assigned downtown location from 9:00am until noon. Breakfast will be served starting at 8:00am at Penguin City Brewery, with a debriefing before work begins at 9:00am. Lunch will be back at Penguin City starting at 12:00pm.

Don’t miss this fun opportunity to make a visible difference on behalf of YSU. Sign up to join us! Please register through the button below to be placed with the Pete’s Pride group. T-shirts are limited, so please register by Friday, April 20 to guarantee a T-shirt. This year’s shirts reflect the theme “Red, White, and Bloom” and will have the design above in a blue or red shirt randomly selected.

If you have any questions or need help with registering, please contact Allison at arbye@ysu.edu or call 330-941-7170. A confirmation email will be sent to you with planting details as the date approaches. Ready to Register? Click the link below! Register by April 20 to guarantee a t-shirt!

YSU Alumni @ the Mahoning Valley Scrappers
2026-06-12 17:30 - 21:30
Register for YSU Alumni Night with the Scrappers! Enjoy Penguin camaraderie with family and friends during a delicious picnic in the right field Picnic Garden at 5:30 p.m.

Your reservation includes a box seat ticket when the Scrappers take on the West Virginia Black Bears at 7:17 p.m. Optional YSU/Scrappers branded t-shirts may be added to your reservation.

The menu includes hot dogs, BBQ pulled pork sandwiches, mac & cheese, potato salad, chips, cookies, water and soft drinks. Wear your red and white to show your YSU spirit!

Reservations are due by 5pm on Friday, June 5, 2026. Tickets will be emailed or texted to you. If you have trouble accessing your tickets please contact the Scrappers Box Office at 330-505-0000.

YSU Houston Chapter Alumni Dinner @ North Italia Woodlands
2026-06-20 19:30 | North Italia 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr. #403, The Woodlands, TX 77380, 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr. #403, The Woodlands, Texas, 77380, United States
Please join the Houston YSU Alumni Chapter for a fun evening at North Italia on Saturday, June 20th at 5:30pm CST. Guests will order off the menu with separate checks.North Italia 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr. #403, The Woodlands, TX 77380

RSVPs are needed by Friday, June 12. We look forward to seeing you there!Please contact Allison at arbye@ysu.edu with any questions.
