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Youngstown State University students named to the Dean's List for Spring Semester 2025.

Youngstown State University students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average have been named to the President's List for Spring Semester 2025.

Youngstown State University students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average have been named to the President's List for Fall Semester 2024.

Youngstown State University students named to the Dean's List for Fall Semester 2024.

We are proud to recognize your significant achievement in receiving this badge from the Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork at Youngstown State University. This award highlights your unwavering commitment to inclusivity, teamwork, and making a positive impact within your community. Your actions demonstrate a profound understanding of the importance of collaboration and the value of supporting others. You are a shining example of leadership and a source of inspiration for your peers. Keep up the fantastic work, and continue to lead with compassion and integrity. We are excited to see all the wonderful contributions you will make in the future!

We are proud to recognize your significant achievement in receiving this badge from the Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork at Youngstown State University. This badge acknowledges your proactive efforts in exploring and advancing your career goals. Your dedication to professional development and your strategic approach to building a successful career path are truly commendable. You have shown great initiative and foresight in preparing for your future, setting a powerful example for your peers. Keep striving towards your aspirations with the same enthusiasm and determination. We look forward to witnessing the incredible successes that lie ahead on your career journey!

We are proud to recognize your significant achievement in receiving this badge from the Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork at Youngstown State University. This award is a testament to your dedication, growth, and resilience. This badge recognizes the personal strides you've made in your journey, highlighting your commitment to self-improvement and leadership development. Your journey is an inspiration to your peers and a reflection of the values we uphold at the Tressel Institute. Continue to build on this momentum as you progress in your academic and personal endeavors. Well done, and we look forward to seeing the great things you will accomplish in the future!

We are proud to recognize your significant achievement in receiving this badge from the Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork at Youngstown State University. This award reflects your dedication to developing a strong foundation in financial literacy and planning. Your proactive approach to managing your finances and your commitment to building a secure financial future are commendable. By mastering these essential skills, you are setting yourself up for long-term success and setting a positive example for your peers. Continue to build on this knowledge and stay focused on your financial goals. We are excited to see how your financial acumen will contribute to your future endeavors.

We are proud to recognize your significant achievement in receiving this badge from the Tressel Institute for Leadership and Teamwork at Youngstown State University. This award reflects your dedication to developing a strong foundation in financial literacy and planning. Your proactive approach to managing your finances and your commitment to building a secure financial future are commendable. By mastering these essential skills, you are setting yourself up for long-term success and setting a positive example for your peers. Continue to build on this knowledge and stay focused on your financial goals. We are excited to see how your financial acumen will contribute to your future endeavors.

Rebecca Catlos, Steven Boschert and Zachary Clark, students from the Williamson College of Business Administration, were selected as the John D. Beeghly Fellows for the 2024 Spring Semester. The John D. Beeghly Fellows program provides students with a paid fellowship working with the Ohio Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Export Assistance Network (SBDC EAN) and the APEX Accelerator at Youngstown State University. Projects include domestic and international market research, financial modeling, export readiness studies, business viability analysis, cash flow projections, sales forecasting, marketing & social media strategies, research on government contracting opportunities, marketing capability statements and outreach for government contracting efforts. Students gain valuable career-related work experience to competitively position themselves in the job market upon graduation.

FEATURE STORY Story by: Trey Turner, Master of Arts in Professional Communication At Youngstown State University, students are not only driven by academic goals, they're also passionate about lending a helping hand to the Youngstown community. Jor...

Youngstown State University students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average have been named to the President's List for Fall Semester 2023.

Youngstown State University students named to the Dean's List for Fall Semester 2023.

In the realm of Astronomy and Physics, Alexa Beyer, senior astronomy and physics student at YSU stands out as a bright star on the academic horizon. Beyer has been completely immersed in her field of study, conducting research, presenting at a national conference and balancing life as a student athlete, member of the Sokolov Honors College and active member in her community. Originally from DeWitt, Michigan, Beyer came to YSU to play Lacrosse, drawn to the small city feel. "I love Youngstown because it was a small university, but it was big enough. There's a great community surrounding it and the athletic programs seem super promising," Beyer said. "As soon as I stepped on campus, I knew this is definitely where I want to go."

Youngstown State University students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average have been named to the President's List for Spring Semester 2023.

Youngstown State University students named to the Dean's List for Spring Semester 2023.

More than 1,500 students were awarded undergraduate and advanced degrees and certificates at Youngstown State University's Spring Commencement.

Youngstown State University's Association of Classified Employees union has awarded three students with scholarships for their excellence as student employees.

Fourteen business students have been selected to participate in the pilot Ohio Procurement Internship Program in the Williamson College of Business Administration at YSU. Students selected for this competitive program completed specialized coursew...

For the second time in program history, Youngstown State University's Concrete Canoe team placed second overall at the national American Society of Civil Engineers' annual Concrete Canoe Competition. YSU also finished second at the 2021 competition.

Youngstown State University's Steel Bridge team made program history by placing second overall in the National Steel Bridge Competition.

Business students from the Williamson College of Business Administration, were selected as the John D. Beeghly Fellows for the 2023 Spring Semester. The John D. Beeghly Fellows program provides students with a paid fellowship working with the Ohio Small Business Development Center, Export Assistance Network and the APEX Accelerator at Youngstown State University. Projects include domestic and international market research, financial modeling, export readiness studies, business viability analysis, cash flow projections, sales forecasting, marketing & social media strategies, research on government contracting opportunities, marketing capability statements, and outreach for government contracting efforts. Students gain valuable career-related work experience to competitively position themselves in the job market upon graduation.

Graduating seniors in Youngstown State University's College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics spent the Spring semester working with NASA, researching and designing a method to power a lunar city.

Two Youngstown State University students are the recipients of a $500 scholarship from the Air Space & Forces Association 371.

Jason Hess, a Mechanical Engineering major and member of the Sokolov Honors College from West Middlesex, Pennsylvania is Youngstown State University's first-ever recipient of the prestigious Truman Scholarship. Hess was announced as a 2023 Truman Scholar by the Board of Trustees of the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation. The Truman Scholarship is the premier graduate scholarship for aspiring public service leaders in the United States. "Jason perfectly exemplifies the outstanding leadership potential, commitment to a career in public service, and academic excellence the Harry S. Truman Scholarship Foundation is looking for when naming their scholars," said Helen K. Lafferty, interim president of YSU. "This is a well-deserved honor and we celebrate Jason's hard work in the classroom and his dedication to make an impact in his community."

Youngstown State University students named to the Dean's List for Fall Semester 2022.

Youngstown State University students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average have been named to the President's List for Fall Semester 2022.

Youngstown State University students named to the Dean's List for Spring Semester 2022.

Youngstown State University students earning a perfect 4.0 grade point average have been named to the President's List for Spring Semester 2022.

More than 775 students were awarded undergraduate and advanced degrees and certificates at Youngstown State University's Fall Commencement.