FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1
Federal Frenzy Face Off
Watch YSU bands battle it out for your vote! The winner will secure a spot on the Federal Frenzy lineup!
7–10pm • Westside Bowl, 2617 Mahoning Avenue
Sponsored by Penguin Productions
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2
YSU Bouldering Competition
Compete and have fun with climbers from other universities on more than 45 climbing routes. T-shirts, raffles, and mini-comps! Climbers of all skill levels are welcome to participate in this highly anticipated annual event hosted by YSU.
11am–2:30pm YSU Climbing Wall
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
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Greek FormalCelebrating unity between chapters, members of the Greek System and their guests dress to the occasion in formal attire for a night of dinner and dancing.
7–10pm DeBartolo Stadium Club, Stambaugh Stadium
Sponsored by Student Activities
Livin’ Y
Open House event for residents filled with a themed night of fun!
9–11pm Residence Hall TBA
Sponsored by Housing and Residence Life
FEBRUARY 3 THROUGH MARCH 3
Basketball League
Bring your skills to the Intramural hardwood. Dribble into spring’s most popular sport. This semester we will offer a 5 on 5 basketball league played on Sundays. This league has a six-week regular season followed by a playoff tournament. This league is open to all YSU students. Students are free to make their own team or join the league as a free agent. Free agents can be picked up by anyone until the registration deadline; after the deadline, the remaining free agents will be made into a Free Agent Team and get to participate in the league. Get your teams ready and look for a competitive league with jaw dropping plays and non-stop action. Help us make this season a slam-dunk.Register at imleagues.com.
12:30pm Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4
Healthy Stress EatingFREE Food! Come learn some tips and ways on how to stress eat…the healthy way. Course will be led by YSU human ecology students.
5–7pm Lobby, Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Co-Rec Volleyball Monday League
Intramural Volleyball is easily one of YSU IM’s most competitive sports. Register early (minimum 6 players / at least 3 women). This league has a 6-week regular season followed by a playoff tournament. We now offer Monday and Thursday leagues. Make your own team or join the league as a free agent. Free agents can be picked up by anyone until the registration deadline; after the deadline, the remaining free agents will be made into a Free Agent Team. Register at imleagues.com.
7pm Stambaugh Gym
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5Chinese New Year4–8pm Christman Dining
Sponsored by YSU Dining by Chartwells
Club Sports Officer MeetingsOfficer-specific meetings provide an opportunity for member leadership to receive area updates, discuss upcoming events, and brainstorm innovative club processes.
5:30–6:30pm • Hynes Room (2068), Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Arena Football LeagueTest your football skills with this new game invented by YSU Intramurals. This IM sport has the feel of a regular football game but with a faster pace and more scoring. Earn points from everything from touchdowns to first downs to sacks. You’re never out of the game with this high scoring, fast-paced sport. Register at imleagues.com.
7pm Stambaugh Gym
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Adulting 101: Does Your Digital Footprint Make the Right Impression?7–7:45pm Lariccia Lounge, Kilcawley Center
Co-sponsored by Student Experience and Housing & Residence Life
IFC Fraternity 101Are you curious to know what fraternities at YSU are all about? This is the place to find the answers! Additionally, hear about the steps to joining one of these chapters.
7– 8pm Bresnahan 1&2, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Activities
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5Adulting 101: Does Your Digital Footprint Make the Right Impression?
12–12:45pm Lariccia Lounge, Kilcawley Center
Co-sponsored by Student Experience and Housing & Residence Life Meditation and Mindfulness
Take time for yourself and enjoy the practice of being completely in the moment, in an open, aware, non-judgmental, and relaxed way. Mindfulness and meditation is a practice of self-discipline that can lead to a sense of well-being and an open acceptance of life.
6:30–7:30pm Meditation Studio, Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Co-Rec Short Field Soccer League A co-rec fan favorite among American and International students alike. This league has all the action of a full soccer game compacted onto one shortened field. Teams consist of five players with a minimum of two women on the field. With our smaller field there are no offside calls and the game is played at a fast pace that is sure to get the competitive spirit kicking! Make your own team or join the league as a free agent. Free agents can be picked up by anyone until the registration deadline; after the deadline, the remaining free agents will be made into a Free Agent Team and get to participate in the league. Register at imleagues.com.
7pm • WATTS
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 7
Organize Your Life
Are you always losing keys, phone, etc.? Stop by the Rec Center Lobby to learn some tips on how to keep yourself organized this year. Sponsored by Staples! Register at
ysu.edu/reccenter.
12–2pm • Lobby, Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Concert SeriesOur series continues with emerging artists. Grab your friends and come out for a good time!
8–10pm • The Hub, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Penguin Productions
Co-Rec Volleyball Thursday League
Intramural Volleyball is easily one of YSU IM’s most competitive sports. Register early (minimum 6 players / at least 3 women). This league has a 6-week regular season followed by a playoff tournament. We now offer Monday and Thursday leagues. Make your own team or join the league as a free agent. Free agents can be picked up by anyone until the registration deadline; after the deadline, the remaining free agents will be made into a Free Agent Team. Register at imleagues.com.
7pm • Stambaugh Gym
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8
Silent RaveParty to the Sounds of the DJ and come in your neon colors!
8–11pm • Ohio Room, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Housing & Residence Life
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9
College Night Ski and Snowboard
Ski or snowboard under the lights at Brandywine Ski Resort during their late night ski. Price includes lift tickets, transportation, and snacks. Bring your own gear, or rent at a discounted rate of $15.
Leaving on Feb 8 from the Rec Center at 6pm Returning on Feb 9 at 2am
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11
Penguin Women Recognition Nomination Invitation
Nominate an outstanding female faculty member, advisor, student leader, or staff member to receive an award during the Penguin Women Recognition Lunch!
Nominations are due on March 8 at 5pm.
Sponsored by Student Activities
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12
Step Afrika!African American Dance Company dedicated to the tradition of stepping.
6–8pm Chestnut Room, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Housing & Residence Life
Co-sponsored by Bitonte College of Health and Human Services, Student Activities and SALSA
E-Gaming
Try your hand at our new E-Gaming leagues. Game system will be in sections of Xbox One and PS4. League play will be four weeks plus playoff and championship dates. Games will be played online at your own game station. Results of games will be sent via email to admin for submission. Register now to solidify your spot at ysu.edu/reccenter.
7pm From Your Home!
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Adulting 101: Road Trip on a Budget
7–7:45pm Lariccia Lounge, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Experience
Co-sponsored by Housing & Residence Life WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Adulting 101: Road Trip on a Budget12–12:45pm Lariccia Lounge, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Experience
Co-sponsored by Housing & Residence Life Galentines DinnerReservations required to dine in style with your pals! Visit our website for more information.
4–8pm Christman Dining Commons
Sponsored by YSU Dining by Chartwells Black Greek 101
Learn the meaning behind the letters including the creation and purpose of Black Greek organizations. Hear how to join one of these chapters. This session is for Non-Greeks only.
7–8:30pm • Ohio Room, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Activities
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Adulting 101: Road Trip on a Budget12–12:45pm Lariccia Lounge, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Experience
Co-sponsored by Housing & Residence Life Galentines DinnerReservations required to dine in style with your pals! Visit our website for more information.
4–8pm Christman Dining Commons
Sponsored by YSU Dining by Chartwells Black Greek 101
Learn the meaning behind the letters including the creation and purpose of Black Greek organizations. Hear how to join one of these chapters. This session is for Non-Greeks only.
7–8:30pm • Ohio Room, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Activities
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 14 I Love YSU Day
Share the love & show your appreciation for the Penguins who make a difference in your life!
10:30am–1pm The Cove, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Activities
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16Guinathon
YSU’s dance marathon brings together YSU students and the Youngstown community to generate support for Akron Children’s Hospital Mahoning Valley and Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Stay tuned for details. Police Physical Fitness Assessment Testing Certification valid for 1 year! Tests offered: 1.5 mile run, 300 meter run, One minute Sit-Up, One minute Push-Up, 1 RM free-weight bench press (under discretion of department standards), Vertical leap test. Testing is offered in packages of 1, 4 and 6 options. Pre-Registration ONLY. No Day of Registration will be accepted. Cost: $30 for 1 test, $85 for 4 tests and $100 for all six tests
Registration: 7:30am. Testing begins at 8am • Lobby, Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Adulting 101: Loans, Leases and Money Management 7–7:45pm • Lariccia Lounge, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Experience
Co-sponsored by Student Activities
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Adulting 101: Loans, Leases and Money Management
12–12:45pm • Lariccia Lounge, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Experience
Co-sponsored by Student Activities
Nothing But Heart
Fun, games and knowledge about heart health.
12–1:30pm • Lower Level Arcade Area, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Housing & Residence Life
Order of Omega Scholarship Dinner
Order of Omega presents this event honoring Greek Life members that made the honor roll and demonstrated academic excellence. Guests will enjoy desserts and research presentations by Greek Life students. Attendees are encouraged to bring a faculty member of their choice, so that the academic community can see the excellent work done by Greek Life students.
7–9pm • Ohio Room, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Activities
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 22
Mercy Health Dental Van
Exams, cleanings, fillings, extractions, X-rays. Call for appointment: 330-941-3489.
Sponsored by Mercy Health Student Health Center
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 23
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I Am Not Your Negro Film Screening
The film explores the history of racism in the USA through Baldwin’s reminiscences of civil rights leaders Medgar Evers, Malcolm X, and Martin Luther King, Jr, as well as his personal observations of American history.
12:30–4pm • Youngstown Public Library, East Branch
Sponsored by Student Activities
Co-sponsored by YSU Black Alumni Chapter
Track and Field
Horizon League Championships
3pm • WATTS
Livin’ Y
Open House event for residents filled with a themed night of fun!
9–11pm • Residence Hall TBA
Sponsored by Housing & Residence Life
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24
Track and Field
Horizon League Championships
12pm • WATTS
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 25 – MARCH 2
The Great Rec Race
Strength & Conditioning Area, Rec Center
Compete against other YSU students, faculty and staff in this challenging self-paced race. Run a 5k and cycle 10 miles on the track and bicycles during the week and the best times will be recorded. Whoever completes the race at the fastest time at the end of the week will win and be crowned the rec race champion.
February 25 - March 2 (NIRSA Week)
FEBRUARY 25
Mini Golf Madness
Putt, putt, Go! Come play the crazy world of mini golf on a wacky course and have a wild time!
12–4pm • Rec Center: Court C
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED with First Aid Option
Upon completion of the online portion, skills will be reviewed and checked in person. Participants who successfully complete the course will be certified in Adult CPR and AED for 2 years. A first aid option is also available for an additional $15 and an additional 30 minutes onto the course. Participants must complete blended learning portion online prior to training or they cannot be certified.
3:30–4:30pm • Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Multicultural Monday!
Join Student Diversity Council in Celebrating our Diverse Student Population!
4–6pm • Lariccia Lounge
Sponsored by Student Activities
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 26
Bench Press Competition
Bench press your body weight in our mini-combine style bench press competition. Participants will have to try to bench their body weight or a percentage of their body weight.
12–4pm • S&C Area, Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Club Sports Expo
Join our Expo for some showcase gaming. Meet Club Sports members.
5–7pm • Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Grocery Bingo
Play Bingo, Win Groceries!
5–8pm • Christman Dining Commons
Sponsored by YSU Dining by Chartwells
Adulting 101: What’s in Your Emergency Kit?
7–7:45pm • Lariccia Lounge, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Experience
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 27
Adulting 101: What’s in Your Emergency Kit?
12–12:45pm • Lariccia Lounge, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Experience
Co-sponsored by Campus Recreation
Table Tennis Tournament
Whether you know the game as Table Tennis or Ping-Pong, the widely accepted International rules make the sport the most popular activities offered. The students who sign up to participate in this competition have come to expect the fast-paced action and high-level play that makes this an Intramural favorite. Serve up a winner and register today. Register at imleagues.com.
5pm • The Cove, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Billiards Tournament
Come take your shot at YSU Intramurals Tournaments. Double elimination 8-ball tournament. Register at imleagues.com.
5pm • The Cove, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28
Intro to Outdoor Photography with Peter Zelinka
YSU alumnus and self-described “nomadic nature photographer”, Peter Zelinka, will be talking about his outdoor photography expeditions, demonstrating gear, and teaching basics on outdoor photography and photography expeditions. Check out his work at peterzelinka.com
3–5pm • Room 2069, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
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Billiards Tournament
Come take your shot at YSU Intramurals Tournaments. Double elimination 8-ball tournament. Register at imleagues.com.
5pm • The Cove, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 28
Intro to Outdoor Photography with Peter Zelinka
YSU alumnus and self-described “nomadic nature photographer”, Peter Zelinka, will be talking about his outdoor photography expeditions, demonstrating gear, and teaching basics on outdoor photography and photography expeditions. Check out his work at peterzelinka.com
3–5pm • Room 2069, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
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