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Welcome Week at YSU: Events, concerts and more

Youngstown State University is kicking off a new academic year this week as Fall semester classes begin on Wednesday.

Monday, August 21st 2017, 6:53 AM EDT

Updated:

Thursday, August 24th 2017, 10:35 PM EDT

Youngstown State University is kicking off a new academic year this week as Fall semester classes begin on Wednesday.

IGNITE, a two-day event where students get to know other students and faculty begins at 1 p.m. on Monday.

The event is from 1 until 9:30 p.m. Monday and from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Tuesday.

Welcome Week at YSU also includes the annual Kilcawley Center Block Party, a Hip-Hop Dance Clinic, Student Organization Fair, Meet the Marching Pride, Puppy Palooza and more.

A full list of Welcome Week events can be found here.

Stambaugh Stadium will host Zac Brown Band in concert on Thursday.

The concert is sponsored by JAC Live, Youngstown State University, The Eastwood Mall, Sweeney Chevrolet Buick GMC, the DeBartolo Corporation, and Huntington Bank.

Student's Banner ID number in the "Offer Code" box at the top YSU website, will unlock the $20 per ticket discount for YSU students.

Tickets are required for entrance. The gates open at 5:30 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m.

To accommodate those attending the concert, the following parking lot restrictions are in place on Thursday.

Lots closed all day:

F-80 north of Stambaugh Stadium (closed Monday thru Thursday)
M-70, M-71, M-72 and M-66 located west of Fifth Avenue
M-63 located on Lincoln Avenue west of Fifth Avenue

Lots closing early:

M-62, closed 2 p.m., vacate immediately
M-61, closed 2 p.m., vacate immediately
M-53, closed 2 p.m., vacate immediately
M-60, Fifth Avenue parking deck, closed 2 p.m., vacate by 5 p.m.
F-55, closed 2 p.m., vacate by 5 p.m.
M-50, closed 2 p.m., vacate by 5 p.m.

Additional closings are possible and will be posted at entrances.

Anyone arriving to campus for permit parking after 2 p.m. should use the M-30 parking garage on Walnut Street and additional east side parking lots.

Signs will be posted and parking services individuals will be out directing motorists to the open lots.

In addition, YSU will run a shuttle on a loop from Walnut Street, the back entrance of the Wick Avenue deck, to Lincoln Avenue.

Events during Welcome Week:

Monday, August 21

IGNITE
1:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: WATTS
Sponsored By: First Year Student Services & Student Activities
First-year students will spend the day getting to know faculty, staff, and each other in preparation for the year ahead. Come IGNITE your knowledge of campus and your YSU spirit.

Jordan DePaul & Leo D'Angelo
5:15 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center Fountain (Rain Location: Chestnut Room)
Sponsored By: Penguin Productions

Penguin Pride 101
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Location: Stambaugh Stadium
Sponsored By: First Year Student Services & Student Activities
We're going to kick off the Fall 2017 semester with some YSU spirit and we want ALL students to join us. Come to the stadium in your best YSU gear ready to sing the fight song, play some on the field games, and more.

IGNITE: Day 2
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Cafaro Lobby, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored By: First Year Student Services & Student Activities
Drop by the IGNITE ZONE in the Cafaro Lobby of Kilcawley Center to connect with an IGNITE Leader! We'll take you to find your classes, stop by Financial Aid, or do whatever you need to do to be ready for the first day of classes. Attend one of our quick info sessions to learn more about campus opportunities and resources.

Scrappers Game
7:00 PM
Location: Eastwood Field
Come cheer on your local minor league baseball team, the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, as they take on the Batavia Muckdogs.

Wednesday, August 23

Welcome and Information Tents
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Outside Kilcawley Center, Maag Library, and Between Cushwa and DeBartolo Halls (Rain Location: Under Awnings near those locations)
Sponsored By: First Year Student Services

Golf Kart Karaoke - Zac Brown Band Edition
All Day
Location: Campus Core
Sponsored By: Penguin Productions & Office of Marketing & Communications

#MaagFamous: Your Path to Stardom Starts Here
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Maag Library Lobby
Sponsored By: Maag Library
Learn how Maag Library can help you be a famous star by using their library services! YSU is giving away FREE nachos to those who visit.

Are You Smarter Than An Anthropologist?
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center, Lower Arcade
Sponsored By: Anthropology Colloquium
Think you're smarter than an anthropologist? Come and test your knowledge against YSU's anthropology students.

Kilcawley Center Block Party - VIPete Lounge
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center, Chestnut Room
Bring your fabulous self to the VIPete Lounge and enjoy free food, swag bags for the first 500 guests.

First Day of School Photos
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Kilcawley Center, Chestnut Room
Sponsored By: Housing & Residence Life

Table of Plenty
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: YSU Newman Center (254 Madison Avenue)
Sponsored By: Catholic Student Association
Join YSU for a cookout in front of the Newman Center.

Star-Studded Silent Disco
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center, Chestnut Room
Sponsored By: Student Activities

Hip-Hop Dance Clinic
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Fitness Studio
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Mix, mingle, dance, and learn as you explore the world of hip-hop with the YSU Hip Hop Dance Club Team. Come meet other YSU students in this fun dance forum.

Thursday, August 24

Welcome and Information Tents
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Outside Kilcawley Center, Between Meshel Bridge and Maag Library, and Between Cushwa and DeBartolo Halls (Rain Location: Under Awnings near those locations)
Sponsored By: First Year Student Services
Have a question about YSU? Lost on your way to class? Need directions? Peer Leaders and Orientation Leaders will be available throughout the day to help out with anything you need. Everyone who stops by gets a FREE gift.

Welcome Week Massages
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Meditation Room
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Start the semester off right and stress-free. Try a relaxation massage that uses relaxation techniques to help you calm your nerves. There are substantial health benefits to a relaxation massage, including calming the nervous system and promoting a sense of well-being. The primary purpose will be to help you relax and get ready for the upcoming semester.

#MaagFamous: Your Path to Stardom Starts Here
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Maag Library Lobby
Sponsored By: Maag Library
Come learn how Maag Library can help you be a famous star by using our library services! YSU is giving away free nachos to those who visit. Plus, don't miss your chance to win a Barnes & Noble gift certificate and giveaways by playing Plinko.

Student Organization Fair
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Campus Core (Rain Location: Kilcawley Center, Chestnut Room)
Sponsored By: Student Activities
Whether you are interested in sports, sororities, fraternities, religion, politics, dance, fencing, bowling, math, or science, YSU has an organization for you. Take a casual walk through the fair and then decide which organization is the best fit for you.

First Day of School Photos
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Campus Core (Rain Location: Kilcawley Center, Lower Arcade)
Sponsored By: Housing & Residence Life
Whether it is your first year or last year here at Youngstown State, make every moment count. Housing & Residence Life are here to make your first day of school special by capturing you & Pete for the First Day of School Photos.

Y Live featuring Zac Brown Band
7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: Stambaugh Stadium

Friday, August 25

Center for Student Progress Open House
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Center for Student Progress
Sponsored By: Center for Student Progress
Join the CSP student employees and staff for donuts and coffee in the morning and pizza for lunch. We'll share our success stories and show off our fresh new look. Check us out on the Campus App under Academic Support.

Photo Booth Memory Strips
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center Fountain (Rain Location: Kilcawley Center, Chestnut Room)
Sponsored By: Student Activities
Embrace the paparazzi of this year's Welcome Week and take a picture because it'll last longer.

Build-A-Penguin
11:00 AM - Until they're gone!
Location: Kilcawley Center Fountain (Rain Location: Kilcawley Center, Chestnut Room)
Sponsored By: Student Activities
Build the famous Pete the Penguin to take home with you. The reputation of these penguins precedes them so make sure to get there early because they won't last long. YSU students only.

Minute to Win It
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Campus Core (Rain Location: Moser Hall, Main Lobby)
Sponsored By: YSU Math Department
Student organizations of the department of mathematics and statistics will be hosting (non-math related) Minute to Win It games in the campus core. Participating students will have the opportunity to win some prizes.

Quidditch Pong
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Campus Core (Rain Location: Kilcawley Center, Awning)
Sponsored By: Room of Requirement
Come join the Room of Requirement to try your luck at quidditch pong and see who is the king (or queen) of YSU.

Harry Potter: Start-of-Term Feast
4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Christman Dining Commons
Sponsored By: YSU Dining by Chartwells
Experience a dinner straight out of Harry Potter with our Start-of-Term Feast. Wizards and Muggles together will enjoy a Hogwarts themed welcoming dinner with all of the delicious delights that Harry and friends would approve of! To top it off, we'll have tasty desserts and treats, along with samples of Butterbeer to quench your thirst.

Throwback Party (80's era)
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: McKay Auditorium
Sponsored By: Guinathon
Join YSU in kicking off the new school year and celebrate all the miracles we created last year. Enjoy music, dancing, lip sync battles, and spending time with the Miracle Families. Also, find out any information you need to know about Guinathon and how you can sign up to be a dancer or be part of our exec team.

Rec Xtra: Potter Palooza
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Co-hosted by the Room of Requirement, this is an event that is entertaining for muggles and wizards alike. Come check out activities such as Quidditch, Quidditch Pong, Harry Potter trivia, or Spike Ball. Climb the Rock Wall, try out crate stacking, strike a pose at our selfie station, or visit club sports tables! Prizes will be given out to the first 200 students to visit all 7 Harry Potter-themed stations. Stop by for a spell and grab a Harry-Potter themed snack in the lobby while supplies last.

Saturday, August 26

#YSUDowntown Day
All Day!
Location: Downtown Youngstown
YSU is only a staircase away from downtown Youngstown. Spend the day exploring all that our city has to offer. Use your YSU ID for discounts at Joe Maxx, Avalon Downtown Pizza, One Hot Cookie, The Federal, Suzie's Dogs & Drafts, O'Donold's Irish Pub, Charlie Staples BBQ, or Overture Café.

SPINNING Certification
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
This comprehensive workshop will give you all the tools you need to become a certified Spinning instructor and lead your own classes in any of the 35,000+ Official Spinning Facilities worldwide. Bring your gear and be ready for two great rides led by a Spinning Master Instructor. Workshop time (including two rides and a lunch break) is nine hours. Note: Heart Rate Monitor strongly recommended for this workshop.

Student Leadership Summit
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center, Chestnut Room
Sponsored By: Student Activities
Guest speakers, interactive leadership sessions, giveaways, and lunch will once again be the order of the day as YSU kicks off the school year. YSU's leadership summit provides a unique opportunity for student organization leaders to network and get to know other organization members, all the while learning of the many features that are available to all of its registered organizations. Advance registration is required.

JD's Summer Songfest III
3:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Location: S Champion St. Youngstown, OH 44503 (Adjacent to The SOAP Gallery)
A family-friendly day of acoustic music, food, drinks, yard games, and good times in downtown Youngstown. Featuring: Will Hoge, JD Eicher, Joy Ike, & The Labra Brothers. The cost of admission is $5 if purchased in advance / $10 if purchased the day of the event. All ages are welcome.

Shakespeare In The Park: Romeo and Juliet
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Location: Judge Leo P. Morley Pavilion (1861 McCollum Rd. Youngstown, OH 44509)
The Mahoning Valley Players present Romeo and Juliet, the classic tale of love and pain, directed by Robert Dennick Joki and performed by Shakespearean actors from the tri-county area.

Scrappers Game
7:00 PM
Location: Eastwood Field (111 Eastwood Mall Blvd. Niles, OH 44446-1357)
Come cheer on your local minor league baseball team, the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, as they take on the West Virginia Black Bears.

Meet the Marching Pride
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Stambaugh Stadium
Sponsored By: YSU Marching Pride
You'll have a chance to sit in the stands close to the football field at Stambaugh Stadium to watch these talented musicians and majorettes perform.

Sunday, August 27

Panerathon
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Covelli Centre (229 E Front St. Youngstown, Ohio 44503)

Be a part of the largest fundraising event in our Valley! The Panerathon is a 10k/2 mile walk/run for the Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley in support of the Joanie Abdu Comprehensive Breast Care Center. To date, the Panerathon has raised $1.6 million for this cause.

Polish Day
11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Location: St. Anne Church (4310 Kirk Rd. Austintown, OH 44511)
Stop out to enjoy a Polish platter or something from the Krakus Polish deli and bakery. The event will start with a Mass, followed by live polka bands, workshops and vendor displays. Folk art demonstrations and performances are also on the entertainment lineup. Show your skills by registering for the 8th annual Pierogi Eating Contest. Free admission with your valid YSU student ID.

Scrappers Game
4:00 PM
Location: Eastwood Field (111 Eastwood Mall Blvd. Niles, OH 44446-1357)
Come cheer on your local minor league baseball team, the Mahoning Valley Scrappers, as they take on the West Virginia Black Bears.

Monday, August 28

Chalk the Walks - Sidewalk Chalk Competition
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Location: Campus Core Sidewalks (If rain, the contest will take place the following day)
Sponsored By: Pete's Planners & Student Activities
Gain your fame by entering our sidewalk chalk contest. All submissions are to incorporate a visual representation of the aspects of Youngstown that make it special. You can register for the competition and pick up chalk in the Office of Student Activities until 4:30 PM. Judging will take place at 6:30 PM. The winner will receive a $50 craft store gift card. Please make sure to follow the rules: no writing on buildings or under overhangs. The rain must be able to wash it away so only the sidewalk chalk provided is permitted.

Puppy Palooza
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Entrance Area
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation & Animal Charity Humane Society
Are you a bit overwhelmed with the start of a new semester? Studies have shown that petting dogs can reduce stress! Come relieve some start-of-the-year stress and play with adorable puppies! Animal Charity Humane Society will be bringing animals to campus to help reduce your stress. Donations will be accepted. Check in once you get here with the YSU App.

Free Agent Countdown
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Lobby
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Come talk to one of our Intramural sports staff members and find out how to begin your journey to Intramural Immortality. Check in once you get here with the YSU App.

Student Government Football Toss and T-Shirt Giveaway
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Heritage Park (Rain Location: Kilcawley Center Overhang)
Sponsored By: Student Government Association
Come by and take the chance to win a free t-shirt through the fun and simple participation of football toss.

Proudly Serving Penguins
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Meshel Hall, second-floor atrium
Sponsored By: Penguin Service Center: A One-Stop for Campus

Meet the Trainer
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, S&C Area
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Interested in training with a partner or a small group of friends or meeting 1-on-1 with a certified Personal Trainer to develop a fitness program to reach your exercise goals? Come speak with our certified personal trainers to discuss your fitness goals.

Ask the Nutritionist
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Lobby
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Do you have any burning questions about your diet? Do you want to seek nutritional information but don't know where to go or who to ask? Worry no more, because the Campus Rec's licensed nutritionist is here to help you! Join her for a table talk and learn all there is to know about proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.

Golf FORE Free
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Henry Stambaugh Golf Course (202 Gypsy Ln, Youngstown, OH 44505)
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation & City of Youngstown Parks & Recreation
FREE GOLF & FREE FOOD. The Penguin shuttle will be available with free transportation for you and your clubs. The shuttle will stop at the north entrance of Kilcawley Center and at the entrance of the golf course every 30 minutes. There is a $5 cart fee if needed.

Family Feud
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center, Lariccia Lounge
Sponsored By: Student Activities
Everybody wants their 10 minutes of fame, come get yours by creating a team of 5 students to compete in our Youngstown rendition of Family Feud.

Tuesday, August 29

Free Agent Countdown
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Lobby
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Are you interested in signing up for one of the Intramural sports or looking for people to create a Super team? Come talk to one of our Intramural sports staff members and find out how to begin your journey to Intramural Immortality.

Build Your Own Mini Mill Creek
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center, The Fountain (Rain Location: Kilcawley Center, Lariccia Lounge)
Sponsored By: Pete's Planners & Student Activities
What is a more famous location in Youngstown than Mill Creek Metroparks? Make a mini replica of the beautiful park to take home with you while supplies last. A representative from Mill Creek will be on sight to assist you in your creation, answer any questions you have about the park, and inform you of all the park has to offer.

Geography Ice Cream Social
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: In front of the Phelps Building on Phelps Street (Rain Location: Phelps building, Lobby)
Sponsored By: Department of Geography & Geography Club
Ice cream will be served to YSU students.

Meet the YSU Advertising Club
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center, Outside Awning (Rain Location: Kilcawley Center, Lower Arcade)
Sponsored By: YSU Ads Club
Ads club brings business and creativity together to provide real world experience and wonderful opportunities for all members. Come speak to us to learn about the perks of being in Ads club and what we have to offer! "If you don't like whats being said, change the conversation" - Mad Men.

Meet the Trainer
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, S&C Area
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Interested in training with a partner or a small group of friends? What about meeting 1-on-1 with a certified Personal Trainer to develop a fitness program to reach your exercise goals? Come speak with our certified personal trainers to discuss your fitness goals. Check in once you get here with the YSU App to receive a free prize.

Ask the Nutritionist
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Lobby
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Join YSU's Nutritionist for a table talk and learn all there is to know about proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.

YSU Volleyball vs Robert Morris
6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Beeghly Center
Cheer on the Lady Penguins as they take on Robert Morris at home.

Meet the Greeks
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center, Chestnut Room
Sponsored By: Student Activities
Come to this session to find out the meaning behind the letters. At this event, each active chapter will be present to share information about their individual organization and able to answer any questions you may have about joining Greek Life.

Wednesday, August 30

Canfield Fair
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield. OH 44406
Want to enjoy art, entertainment, animals, food, and FUN? Take the 15-minute drive to the Canfield Fair Wednesday, August 30 through Labor Day, Monday, September 4! While you're there, be sure to stop by the YSU tent to talk with fellow students, alumni, faculty, and staff; learn more about Pete's Pride; and pick up some YSU spirit items.

Handshake Lemonade Stand
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center, Upper Arcade
Sponsored By: Career & Academic Advising
Get introduced to Handshake, YSU's job, and internship posting service, and practice your handshake! When you meet an employer, the first impression is the last impression....and your handshake is your first impression.

Free Agent Countdown
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Lobby
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
The countdown is on to sign up for a team. Are you interested in signing up for one of the Intramural sports or looking for people to create a Super team? Come talk to one of our Intramural sports staff members and find out how to begin your journey to Intramural Immortality.

Meet the Trainer
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, S&C Area
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Interested in training with a partner or a small group of friends? What about meeting 1-on-1 with a certified Personal Trainer to develop a fitness program to reach your exercise goals? Come speak with our certified personal trainers to discuss your fitness goals.

Namaste at the Fountain
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center Fountain (Rain Location: Andrews Student Recreation & Wellness Center, Fitness Studio)
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Focusing on a variety of poses and breathing techniques, this class is geared towards those new to yoga and yogis alike! You will leave this class feeling energized and ready to face the semester. Yoga mats will be available.

Ask the Nutritionist
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Lobby
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
Do you want to seek nutritional information but don't know where to go or who to ask? The Campus Rec's licensed nutritionist is here to help you! Join her for a table talk and learn all there is to know about proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.

Snack and Learn: STEM Nation Support Services
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Moser Hall Courtyard (Rain Location: Moser Hall Lobby)
Sponsored By: College of STEM
STEM majors are invited to stop by and grab a snack while you meet Academic Advisors and representatives from STEM Professional Services and the Outreach and Scholarship Office. Ask questions about your major; learn about scholarship, volunteer, and engagement opportunities; and explore the support services available to help you obtain a co-op, internship, research experience, or full-time job! Dean Steelant will make an appearance as he kicks off his new STEM Nation vlog.

Student Veterans Welcome Cookout
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Veterans Resource Center, East Lawn (Rain Location: Veterans Resource Center)
Sponsored By: Veterans Resource Center
Are you a "student veteran?" Come enjoy a burger or a hot dog, grab a soft drink, and meet your fellow student service members/veterans! We'll have corn hole boards, playing cards, and video games for your enjoyment. Tour the Veterans Resource Center and learn about the benefits we offer student veterans as part of a "Veteran Friendly" Campus.

SGA's Ice Cream Extravaganza
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Campus Core (Rain Location: Kilcawley Center, Lower Arcade)
Sponsored By: Student Government Association
Come beat the heat of the new year with some free ice cream as you meet members of your student government at the SGA Ice Cream Extravaganza.

Table of Plenty and Aqua Wars
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: YSU Newman Center (254 Madison Avenue)
Sponsored By: Catholic Student Association
Join YSU for a free meal and our famous aqua wars in front of the YSU Newman Center (behind Lyden & Cafaro). Wear old clothes, get a free shirt, and prepare to shoot your friends with tye-dye clothes paint.

Open House and Mass
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: YSU Newman Center (254 Madison Avenue)
Sponsored By: Catholic Student Association
Join us for a tour of the YSU Newman Center (behind Lyden & Cafaro). Afterwards, join us at one of our Catholic masses.

Learn to Climb Part 1: The Basics
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Climbing Wall
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
One of our Certified Climbing Wall Instructors will guide you in a highly interactive, hands-on clinic where you will learn the basics of climbing including holds, moves, gear, and more. The session will end with free-climb time and climbing games! Minimum/Maximum participants: 4/16. The clinic is free for students, but you must sign up for this clinic online at https://store.reccenter.ysu.edu/ and click register, or in the Andrews Administrative Offices.

Thursday, August 31

Canfield Fair
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH 44406
Want to enjoy art, entertainment, animals, food, and FUN? Take the 15-minute drive to the Canfield Fair Wednesday, August 30 through Labor Day, Monday, September 4. While you're there, be sure to stop by the YSU tent. Talk with fellow students, alumni, faculty, and staff; learn more about Pete's Pride; and pick up some YSU spirit items.

Youngstown's - Take Home - Walk of Fame
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Campus Core (Rain Location: Kilcawley Center, Lariccia Lounge)
Sponsored By: Pete's Planners & Student Activities

Free Agent Countdown
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Lobby
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
The countdown is on to sign up for a team! Are you interested in signing up for one of the Intramural sports or looking for people to create a Super team? Come talk to one of our Intramural sports staff members and find out how to begin your journey to Intramural Immortality.

Student Veterans Welcome Cookout
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Veterans Resource Center, East Lawn (Rain Location: Veterans Resource Center)
Sponsored By: Veterans Resource Center
Are you a "student veteran?" Come enjoy a burger or a hot dog, grab a soft drink and meet your fellow student service members/veterans! We'll have corn hole boards, playing cards, and video games for your enjoyment. Tour the Veterans Resource Center and learn about the benefits we offer student veterans as part of a "Veteran Friendly" Campus.

Ask the Nutritionist
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Andrews Student Recreation and Wellness Center, Lobby
Sponsored By: Campus Recreation
The Campus Rec's licensed nutritionist is here to help. Join her for a table talk and learn all there is to know about proper nutrition and a healthy lifestyle.

First-Year Student Mixer
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center, Ohio Room
Sponsored By: First Year Student Services
Come get to know other First Year students across campus. We'll have food, games, and tons of fun! Be ready to compete for some great YSU prizes and more. This event is come and go anytime, so stop in when you can.

Graduate Student Social
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Pollock House on Wick Ave.
Sponsored By: College of Graduate Studies
Graduate students enrolled for the fall 2017 semester, please join President Tressel and the College of Graduate Studies staff for food, fun, and fellowship. Come and get to know your fellow graduate students. Bring your appetite and any questions that you may have.

Friday, September 1

YSU Day
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: All over campus
Sponsored By: First Year Student Services & Student Activities
YSU turns 50 today! On September 1, 1967, the university officially joined the Ohio System of Higher Education as Youngstown State University. Be on the lookout for fun activities, giveaways, and more throughout the day.

United Way Day of Caring
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Location: Covelli Centre (229 E. Front St. Youngstown OH)
Sponsored By: United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley
The United Way Day of Caring is a community-wide day of volunteering. They have teamed up with several local organizations to revitalize a South Side Youngstown neighborhood. This project consists of painting, construction, landscaping, cleaning, and installing smoke detectors. Volunteers can also participate by completing tasks, odd jobs, and organizing activities for local non-profit organizations.

Canfield Fair
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd, Canfield, OH 44406
While you're there, be sure to stop by the YSU tent to talk with fellow students, alumni, faculty, and staff; learn more about Pete's Pride; and pick up some YSU spirit items.

Penguin Famous Tie Dye
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Kilcawley Center, Outside Awning
Sponsored By: First Year Student Services
Come and tie-dye a YSU Shirt. Shirts are provided to students for free and will be available in a variety of sizes on a first come, first served basis.

Party Bus to the Canfield Fair
4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Location: 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd, Canfield, OH 44406
Hop on the YSU shuttle to take the 15-minute ride to the Canfield Fair. A YSU pep rally will take place at 5 PM so wear your YSU gear and spread YSU cheer at the Canfield Fair. We have a limited number of seats and free tickets available.

Saturday, September 2

Canfield Fair
8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Location: 7265 Columbiana-Canfield Rd., Canfield, OH 44406
While you're there, be sure to stop by the YSU tent to talk with fellow students, alumni, faculty, and staff; learn more about Pete's Pride; and pick up some YSU spirit items.

YSU Football Game
1:00 pm
Location: Heinz Field (100 Art Rooney Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15212)
Our #YoungstownFamous Penguins made it all the way to the FCS National Championship Game last season. So make the trip to Pittsburgh and watch our Penguins take on the Pitt Panthers in the first game of their sure to be remarkable run for the championship.