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The Office of Housing & Residence Life at Youngstown State University would like to be your home away from home while you are on campus. We believe that living on campus greatly enhances your YSU education and provides a fuller college experience. Whether you are an out-of-town or local student, you will find a residential campus community that fosters academic success and personal growth. You’ll
08/10/2026
Countdown to Move-In is ON! 🐧
With YSU Freshman Move-In right around the corner on August 19th, let’s play a quick pre-game!
Look closely at rooms A, B, and C—can you spot the subtle clues and guess which room belongs to the incoming freshman? 🔍✨
Drop your answer (A, B, or C) in the comments or DM us!
Match the red outline with the correct building and screenshot your result to our inbox for a prize! 📸🎁
It’s a Freeze Frame Challenge from Youngstown State University Housing & Residence Life! 🐧✨
🚨 FREEZE FRAME CHALLENGE PART 2 🚨
Match the coordinator to the residence hall! Pause the video when you think you’ve got the correct answer and DM us a screenshot for a chance to win a prize! 🎉
Our winners from the first freeze frame challenge are A.H. Mou & emma price 👏🏼 Keep an eye on your DMs for when to come pick up your prize!
Ready? Hit play…then screenshot your guess!
04/13/2026
Make a difference for your fellow Penguins by dropping off food, professional clothes, or kitchen items at any residence hall bin through May 1st. Your donations directly support the Penguin Pantry and Student Career Closet as you move out for the semester!
03/31/2026
Throughout March, we’ve been honored to celebrate some truly incredible individuals for Women’s History Month. Each of these women was nominated for their outstanding contributions, leadership, and the way they inspire those around them. We are proud to recognize them as our Women of the Month nominees!
The Autumn Door Decorating Contest ends TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 — which means time is almost up! 🍁🚪✨
If your door isn’t decorated yet, this is your sign to grab some fall flair, get creative, and show off your style. Cozy, spooky, festive — whatever your vibe is, make it shine!
09/24/2025
Think you’ve got luck? 🍀🐧
The Penguin Scratch Game is LIVE — and cards are disappearing fast.
👉 Play here: https://ysuhousingandresidencelife.github.io/PenguinGames/
🎁 Odds of hitting the lottery? 0.000001% (basically zero).
⚡ Odds of winning Penguin Scratch? up to 40% — That’s not just luck… that’s opportunity!!!
Winners: flex it by typing , or in the comments 🏆
09/22/2025
YSU Family Weekend 2025
October 3–5
Bring your crew to campus for a weekend of football, theatre, bingo, picnics, and nonstop Penguin pride.
✔️ Register by Sept. 26 for football tickets, parking, and special scarves (for on-campus residents).
✔️ Nominate by Sept. 24 for Family of the Year — the winning family gets game-day recognition, free passes, YSU spotlight features, and a $500 bookstore gift.
For more information and registration: ysu.edu/housing-and-residence-life/family-weekend
Food Lockers (Meshel Hall, Cushwa Hall, Williamson Hall, Maag Library) Available at these four locations on YSU's campus, GrubHub Campus food lockers will offer a quick and convenient way to pick up meals. You will be able to order through the Grubhub Campus app, choose a nearby locker, and enjoy fresh, hot food with scheduled pickups every 30 minutes—perfect for students, faculty, and staff on the go!
09/09/2025
🔥👨🍳 Christman Dining Commons is the spot! 11AM–2PM (Tomorrow 9/10) — see you there, Penguins!
| Monday | 8am - 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am - 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am - 5pm |
| Friday | 8am - 5pm |