By Jessica Stamp At Youngstown State University, social work students have an opportunity to gain field work experience with the University Partnership Program. The program allows students to obtain real-life experience and internships in a competitive field. The program partners with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services, Institute…

By Samantha Smith The dean of Williamson’s College of Business, Betty Jo Licata, announced her retirement for the end of the fall 2021 semester.  Licata became the dean of the college when she first began working at Youngstown State University in July 1995, almost 26 years ago. She has worked…

By Kelcey Norris  A group of freshmen at Youngstown State University dedicated their first year on campus to enriching the education of the younger generation. The Honors Helping Future Scholars program started in the YSU Honors College.  They have been able to connect YSU students virtually with 44 middle and…