Division of Student Experience
MARCH 2020 EVENTS

Sunday, March 1
and Monday, March 2

Interviews at the Rec

Deadline to apply was February 19
3:30–7:30p | Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Monday, March 2 

Save the Ovaries. Period.

Donate your spare change all month long for ovarian cancer research and awareness.
Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation

Tuesday, March 3

Club Sports Council Meeting
Attendees will share and receive updates on all things Club Sports.
5:30p | Hynes Room, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation

Thursday, March 5

DIY Series:  Crunch Lab
Create a mix of food for an on-the-go snack.
4–8p | Christman Dining Commons
Sponsored by YSU Dining by Chartwells           
Friday, March 6
Annual Student Awards Deadline
The deadline for applications and references for individual student leadership, advisor and organization awards is today! For further information, please contact Student Activities at (330) 941-3575.
Sponsored by Student Activities
Saturday/Sunday, March 7&8
Bookstore Closed

March 9-March 14

Spring Break
Monday, March 9
Spring Break Staycation: Ray’s Indoor Bike Park
Ray’s is a “fun experience for every level of rider” in an old factory that is an “indoor mountain bike paradise”.
Pre-registration is required for this program at store.reccenter.ysu.edu.
1–8p | Meet at the Rec Center,
Travel to Ray’s
Sponsored by Campus Recreation

Wednesday, March 11

Spring Break Staycation: Learn to Kayak Clinic
Quickstart your kayak workshop in this brief introduction to paddling a kayak. Pre-registration is required for this program at store.reccenter.ysu.edu
9a–12p | Meet at the Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation

Thursday, March 12

Faculty & Staff Kickball Tournament
Presented by Spirit & Tradition Committee

Friday, March 13

Bookstore Closed
The store will be closed all day for inventory.

Spring Break Staycation: Cuyahoga Valley National Park

End spring break with a 4-6 mile moderate hike through CVNP. Trip will go in sun, rain, or snow. Pre-registration is required for this program at store.reccenter.ysu.edu.
10a–4p | Meet at the Rec Center, Travel to CVNP
Sponsored by Campus Recreation

Saturday, March 14 and Sunday, March 15

Bookstore Closed

March 16-19

Women’s Health Week
Check out the Campus Rec events for this week.
Sponsored by Campus Recreation

March 16–March 21

Smoothie Sale
$3 Smoothies all week!
7:30a–6p | Bookstore
Sponsored by YSU Barnes & Noble

Monday, March 16

Art Therapy Program
Engage in a fun, simple activity that uses artistic expression as a means of stress relief.   
5–7p | Lobby, Rec Center            
Co-sponsor: Meridian HealthCare
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Tuesday, March 17
St. Patrick’s Day
Enjoy traditional Irish music on campus.
11a–1p | The Cove, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Activities
             
St. Patrick’s Day Dinner
Come celebrate and enjoy traditional Irish cuisine!
4–8p | Christman Dining Commons
Sponsored by YSU Dining by Chartwells           

Campus Rec Open Soccer Deadline
Deadline to register to play 11 on 11 soccer.
6p | Go to store.reccenter.ysu.edu
Sponsored by Campus Recreation

Hip Hop Off
Come join the Hip Hop Club Sports team and learn some new dance steps to be the most savage person in da’ club!
7–9p | Aerobics Studio, Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Wednesday, March 18
Stress Relief Massages
FREE relaxation massages.
12–4p | Meditation Studio, Rec Center  
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Thursday, March 19
Adulting 101
This series teaches some basic life skills that go mostly untaught in classrooms, but are essential to successfully maneuvering grown-up responsibilities.
4–5p | The Cove, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Activities
 
Thursday, March 19
Health is Wealth
Come learn from a qualified YSU Human Ecology student about proper nutrition.
1–2p | Conference Room, Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Self Defense Clinic
Learn how to defend yourself by using some simple techniques.
5–7p | Aerobics Studio, Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Friday, March 20
Veterans Awareness Training
Training designed to give faculty and staff an understanding of military culture, challenges faced, and resources available for the success of the student veteran population at YSU.  Registration required. Lunch provided.
11a–1:30p | Veterans Resource Center
Sponsored by Veterans Services
Penguin Nights Goes WEST
A boot-scootin’ good time with music, grub, cowboy diversions, and everything that is fun about country!
10p–2a | Kilcawley Center
Co-sponsor: Student Activities
Sponsored by Kilcawley Center
March 23-28
YSU Cares Week
Visit ysu.edu/studentactivities or the YSU App for a list of opportunities this week.
Sponsored by Student Activities
Monday, March 23
Alex Sheen: Because I Said I Would
Because I Said I Would founder Alex Sheen discusses the importance of honoring your promises by telling emotional and inspiring stories that have been shared with him through this movement.
2p | Chestnut Room, Kilcawley Center   
Co-Sponsor: Department of Communications
Sponsored by Student Activities
Tuesday, March 24
Superfood Tuesday: Mushrooms  
Enjoy this month’s Superfood for dinner!             
4–8pm | Christman Dining Commons
Sponsored by YSU Dining by Chartwells                 

Cavs Game vs. Sacramento Kings
Join us as we take the Fox Sports Ohio Bus from campus to Cleveland! Spots are limited, so reserve & purchase your $20 Cavs ticket at store.reccenter.ysu.edu
4-11p | Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse  
Co-sponsors: Campus Recreation, Student Activities & Residence Life

Pickleball Tournament
Double elimination tournament for any YSU Faculty or Student.
7–9p | Stambaugh Stadium, Basketball Courts
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Wednesday, March 25
American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED with First Aid Option
Participants who successfully complete the course will be certified in Adult CPR and AED for 2 years. Pre-registration is required for this program at store.reccenter.ysu.edu.
3–4p | Aerobics Studio, Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation

Insta Famous Wings
Make sure to post about how good these wings are!
4–8pm | Christman Dining Commons
Sponsored by YSU Dining by Chartwells

Open Soccer League (Wednesday League)
This league is a 11 on 11 Co-Rec League that never fails to get the competitive juices flowing.
7–11p | Farmer’s Field
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Thursday, March 26
Outdoor Photo Clinic & Trip
You will be led through a small introduction to outdoor photography followed by a photography hike in Mill Creek Park the following week. Pre-registration is required for this program at store.reccenter.ysu.edu.
4–6p | Lobby, Rec Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Billiards Tournament
This double elimination 8 ball tournament is open to all current YSU students.    
5–7p | The Cove, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation            

Table Tennis Tournament
A fast-paced action and high-level one-day table Tennis Tournament.
5–7p | The Cove, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Campus Recreation
Friday, March 27
YSU Cares Week Visit SA Penguin Day of Caring
Sign up to volunteer at various sites at store.reccenter.ysu.edu.
4–7p | Various Sites in Youngstown
Co-Sponsor: Campus Recreation
Sponsored by Student Activities
Saturday, March 28
Greeks in the Streets
The fraternities and sororities are doing their part by donating their time volunteering to help
with a community service project.
7:30a–12:30p | Meet at the Schwebel Room, Kilcawley Center
Sponsored by Student Activities
Monday, March 30
330 Day
Celebrate local music with The Summit FM!
7–10p | Stambaugh Auditorium
Sponsored by Penguin Productions