The Jambar : March 03, 2022

Abstract

Two people have reported their catalytic converter stolen from their vehicle on YSU's campus in February. The sixth annual Guinathon dance marathon raised over $72,000 for Akron Children's Hospital. YSU hit a record low number of COVID-19 cases for the sixth week in a row. YSU's STEM Expo has a successful turnout of students and employers as the pandemic winds down. YSU offers biofeedback and light therapy for students who want to brighten up their mood and health. The Youngstown community gets ready for St. Patrick's Day fun. Ellen Tressel talks of her journey and impact on the community. YSU's Accessibility Services is a department on campus specialized to help students with any disability. Jacob Harver, YSU graduate student, is documenting the history of transportation through the Mahoning Valley as well as advocating for hiking and bike trails. Local journalists discuss the challengers of representing minority groups in a field with low rates of diversity. YSU students painted the rock in the center of campus the colors of the Ukrainian flag in light of the current conflict. The YSU men's basketball team had its historic season cut short as it took a loss in the first round of the Horizon League Men's Basketball Championship. The YSU women's lacrosse team captured its second consecutive home victory over Saint Francis University and will host Akron March 3 at the WATTS in what will be their 2022 MA conference opener. The YSU track and field team look to continue its dominance in the outdoor season after having a historic showing at the Horizon League Indoor Track and Field Championships Feb. 26-27. The YSU women's basketball team are conference champions for the 1st time since the 1998-1999 season.