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Youngstown State University is a comprehensive urban research university that offers over 11,500 students more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs of study. As a major educational and economic development resource in the region, YSU is known for its focus on academic research and creative programs that transform its students into successful professionals, scholars and leaders.

Located in the heart of the Tech Belt between Cleveland and Pittsburgh, YSU provides opportunities for students to actively participate with accomplished faculty, often in one-on-one settings, on advanced research and creative collaborations. The beautiful 145-acre campus includes high-tech classrooms, state-of-the-art labs and performance facilities, a variety of on-campus housing options and recreational facilities among the best in the nation. The university's 21 athletics teams, including the four-time national champion football team, compete on the Division I NCAA level, while the Dana School of Music and the Department of Visual and Dramatic Arts
offer a variety of performances on and off campus. For more information, visit www.ysu.edu.

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Youngstown State University is a comprehensive urban research university that offers over 11,500 students more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs of study. As a major educational and economic development resource in the region, YSU is known for its focus on academic research and creative programs that transform its students into successful professionals, scholars and leaders.

Located in the heart of the Tech Belt between Cleveland and Pittsburgh, YSU provides opportunities for students to actively participate with accomplished faculty, often in one-on-one settings, on advanced research and creative collaborations. The beautiful 145-acre campus includes high-tech classrooms, state-of-the-art labs and performance facilities, a variety of on-campus housing options and recreational facilities among the best in the nation. The university's 21 athletics teams, including the four-time national champion football team, compete on the Division I NCAA level, while the Dana School of Music and the Department of Visual and Dramatic Arts
offer a variety of performances on and off campus. For more information, visit www.ysu.edu.

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Youngstown State University students recognized at Student Awards Banquet

YSU students received a variety of honors during the annual Student Awards Banquet on campus.
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Achievement (Other) - 2014 Apr 29

Students Recognized as Youngstown State University Presidential Mentors

Twenty-five Youngstown State University students were recognized recently for their participation in the YSU Presidential Mentors Program. The mentors regularly meet with the university president to provide feedback and advice on a variety of campus topics. The students were honored at the recent Student Awards Banquet.
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Achievement (Other) - 2014 Apr 25

Students receive Youngstown State University Pin Awards

Five Youngstown State University students recently received the Pin Award, which annually recognizes graduating seniors who have achieved academic success and demonstrated outstanding leadership, motivation and creativity in university and community activities.
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Achievement (Other) - 2014 Apr 25

Youngstown State University students honored for Emerging Leaders Program

Eighteen YSU students were honored at the annual Student Awards Banquet for their participation in the YSU Emerging Leaders Program. The program is designed to strengthen leadership knowledge and skills.
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Achievement (Other) - 2014 Apr 25

YSU students place high in international mathematics competition

Two teams of Youngstown State University undergraduate students won Meritorious awards in this year's Mathematical Contest in Modeling, placing the teams in the top 11 percent of the more than 6,500 teams who competed worldwide.
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Achievement (Other) - 2014 Apr 22

Youngstown State University students receive Greek Awards

Youngstown State University students involved in fraternities and sororities received awards at the annual Greek Sing competition.
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Achievement (Other) - 2014 Apr 16

Youngstown State University students excel at regional moot court competition

Youngstown State University students beat out teams from schools throughout the Midwest, including the University of Chicago and Case Western Reserve University, to place first and second in the Midwest Regional Tournament of the American Collegiate Moot Court Association.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 Dec 11

Youngstown State University students receive NEXUS awards

A new grant program in Youngstown State University's College of Creative Arts and Communication designed to encourage students across all of the college's disciplines to engage in innovative research and creative projects has presented its first awards.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 Nov 19

YSU students present research at QUEST

QUEST showcases the scholarly achievements of YSU undergraduate and graduate students. The event includes research and scholarship in all forms - scientific findings, musical scores, engineering designs and analyses, panel discussions, poetry readings, dance performances, honors and senior theses, study abroad experiences, and more.
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Achievement (Other) - 2014 Apr 16

YSU students showcase consulting work

A group of students at Youngstown State University recently showcased consulting work they completed this semester with area small businesses. Students helped the businesses develop websites and social media plans.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 May 8

Students in YSU Dance Ensemble present spring concert

The Youngstown State University Dance Ensemble presented its annual spring concert in May, showcasing more than 30 students performing a dozen dances in a variety of genres, including jazz, tap, modern, musical theater and hip hop.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 May 7

Students honored at Youngstown State University Student Awards Banquet

Youngstown State University students were recently recognized at the annual Student Awards Banquet. Sponsored by the YSU Student Government Association, the YSU Division of Student Affairs and the YSU Student Activities Office, the banquet honors current students and groups/organizations for academic excellence and overall achievement during the academic year.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 May 6

Students receive Youngstown State University Pin Awards

Seven Youngstown State University students recently received the Pin Award, which annually recognizes graduating seniors who have achieved academic success and demonstrated outstanding leadership, motivation and creativity in university and community activities.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 May 6

Students recognized as Youngstown State University Presidential Mentors

Twenty-six Youngstown State University students were recognized recently for their participation in the YSU Presidential Mentors Program. The mentors regularly meet with the university president to provide feedback and advice on a variety of campus topics. The students were honored at the recent Student Awards Banquet.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 May 6

Youngstown State students honored for Emerging Leaders Program

Ten YSU students were honored as the annual Student Awards Banquet for their participation in the YSU Emerging Leaders Program. The program is designed to strengthen leadership knowledge and skills.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 May 3

YSU students present research at QUEST

QUEST showcases the scholarly achievements of YSU undergraduate and graduate students. The event includes research and scholarship in all forms - scientific findings, musical scores, engineering designs and analyses, panel discussions, poetry readings, dance performances, honors and senior theses, study abroad experiences, and more.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 Apr 9

Students launch YSU chapter of Women in Communications

The primary goal of the organization is to promote and improve the ability of women at Youngstown State University to work within the various communication fields, like journalism, marketing, public relations and editing.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 Apr 5

Student-run TV program earns national honor

Homework Express, a TV show produced by students at Youngstown State University, has earned a national honor.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 Mar 21

Youngstown State students participate in Bahamas Field Program

A group of Youngstown State University students participated in the YSU Bahamas Field Program during spring break.
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 Mar 21

YSU Phi Kappa Phi inductees

More than 100 students at Youngstown State University have been inducted into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation's oldest, largest and most selective collegiate honor society. The following students were inducted:
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Achievement (Other) - 2013 Mar 12

Area students from YSU excel at national MathFest

The following area students at Youngstown State University made presentations at the Annual Summer Meeting of the Mathematical Association of America and Pi Mu Epsilon held earlier this summer in Madison, Wis.:
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Achievement (Other) - 2012 Aug 13

Area Residents Among First Class of Youngstown State University's New School Psychology Program

The following area residents are among the first dozen students accepted into the first class of Youngstown State University's new graduate-level school psychology program:
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Achievement (Other) - 2012 Jul 12

Area Residents Among First Class of Youngstown State University's New School Psychology Program

The following area residents are among the first dozen students accepted into the first class of Youngstown State University's new graduate-level school psychology program:
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Achievement (Other) - 2012 Jul 11

Area YSU students present at QUEST research celebration

The following Youngstown State University students made presentations at the 22nd annual QUEST research celebration on April 3:
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Achievement (Other) - 2012 Apr 4

Local YSU students present research at national mathematics event

The following Youngstown State University students made presentations at the Annual Summer Meeting of the Mathematical Association of America and Pi Mu Epsilon, also known as MathFest:
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Achievement (Other) - 2011 Aug 18
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