Recent Events

Half Century Club Celebration

October 6th, 2024

Members of the class of 1974 were inducted into the Half Century Club during Homecoming weekend. President Bill Johnson and First Lady LeeAnn Johnson welcomed into their home new Half Century Club members and those who previously reached this milestone. Guests enjoyed a luncheon and reminiscing on the Pollock House patio. 
 

Homecoming

October 5th, 2024

Thank you to all who came out and celebrated their Penguin Pride this weekend. What a beautiful day to spend at the Ice Castle. The cherry on top was a great Penguin win!
 

Alumni Preview event at Ward Beecher Planetarium

September 24th, 2024

Thank you to all who attended the Alumni Preview event at the Ward Beecher Planetarium in September! Alumni and friends viewed planetarium artifacts during a reception in Maag Library University Archives before the show. Visit the Ward Beecher Planetarium website for a full schedule of upcoming events. 
 

YSU Pittsburgh Chapter Lunch

September 21st, 2024

Pittsburgh YSU Alumni and friends gathered for a pre-game lunch at the Foundry before the YSU v. Pitt game on Saturday, September 21st!  

 

ROTC Alumni Reunion Picnic

July 27th, 2024

YSU Army ROTC alumni held their annual picnic at the Pollock House on July 27th. Lunch was catered by Mission Inn BBQ. The group had fun reminiscing and heard remarks from President Bill Johnson, a veteran of the U.S. Air Force with a distinguished military career.
 

YSU Alumni Night at the Scrappers

June 28th, 2024

Alumni and friends enjoyed a night at Eastwood Field, with a picnic provided by Cockeye BBQ, an exciting Scrappers game, and post-game fireworks.
 

YSU Rocky Mountain Alumni Chapter Lunch

June 15th, 2024

The Rocky Mountain Alumni Chapter welcomed Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin ’22 on June 15th. Jaleel shared inspiring remarks about his football career and continued devotion to YSU.