The Jambar : August 31, 2023

Abstract

YSU's Athletic Department put together successful performances in the Horizon League during the 2022-2023 academic year, which led to the university to be awarded the James J. McCafferty Trophy. YSU's Board of Trustees and other committees met June 21 and 22 to discuss budget plans, investments and audits, enrollment and the university's future. Students at YSU are guaranteed a price-locked tuition plan known as the Penguin Promise, but incoming freshmen will be paying more than their predecessors. The former site of the M60 parking garage reopened last week as a parking lot. Interim President Helen Lafferty talks about her goals for the university. Warren "Bud" Williamson III donated 165 acres to the university to become the The Williamson Innovation Park for STEM activities. The Rock the Lot fundraising event marked the commencement of YSU's preseasons, Aug. 19. Student Government representatives are featured. The Black Student Union is expanding this year with more opportunities for its members and community-based involvement. The Andrew's Recreation and Wellness Center has various services to offer YSU students and the start of the fall semester is an opportunity to get active. A puppy from Puppy Palooza, an event meant to create a sense of peace on campus through bonding with animals, was reported missing but has since been returned. Two students, Brooklyn Bunish and Madeline Huff, competed with Team USA in Liverpool, England in the first International Baton Twirling Federation Championships. With a strong start to its season, the YSU women's soccer team defeated Saint Francis University, University of Akron and Duquesne University, but had its three-game win streak cut short by Canisius University. The YSU women's volleyball team opened its 2023 season with an invitational. Since the start of training camp, the YSU football team has been busy at Stambaugh Stadium preparing for the upcoming 2023 season.