On the morning of Tuesday, February 16th, staff in the Division of Student Affairs received news of the sudden, tragic passing of dear friend and colleague, Michael Hanni. Those who had the privilege of working with Michael were able to connect with him through his dual position in both the Office of Student Conduct and Housing & Residence Life. He was passionate about the campus community members that he had the opportunity to partner with, as well as the students he was able to serve through his various positions on campus, including roles as the Coordinator for Student Conduct and Housing Coordinator in Cafaro House, assisting with Student Government Association (SGA) election processes, collaborating with Campus Recreation for his “At Home with Hanni” cooking series, and advising Residential Housing Association (RHA) and Theta Chi Fraternity. Prior to receiving his Master’s Degree in Student Affairs in Higher Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, Michael completed culinary school. This was a hot topic of conversation between him and former Vice President for Student Affairs, Dr. Eddie Howard, during Michael’s campus interview for the Coordinator for Student Conduct position. Dr. Howard was impressed by Michael’s culinary background and said that if “he had it to do over again,” he’d have gone into something cooking-related. Michael said that was a coincidence, since his dream was to be a Vice President for Student Affairs someday. Those who knew Michael don’t doubt that Michael would have continued to work passionately toward the goal. Michael wasn’t only a co-worker and colleague, he was also a friend to many. He was a nemesis on Browns/Steelers game days. He was an accountability partner when those in the office decided they were going to meal prep more often, and then a DoorDash buddy when everyone caved and wanted something quick. He was a go-to dog sitter because he missed his pup back home and regularly needed “dog time.” He was the kind of person to text Kilcawley House co-workers on days when it was particularly wet or icy because he wanted to make sure they didn’t slip on the bricks outside while walking into the office. He somehow knew the mornings when folks needed a pick-me-up without it being stated and had Dunkin’ ready and waiting on their desk. Michael was more than a YSU staff member. He is more than a COVID-19 statistic. He was a son, a grandson, a brother, and a friend. Please, in memory of Michael and for the safety of the overall YSU community, continue to take care of yourselves and each other. -Erin Hungerman, University Conduct Officer