YoungstownStateUniversity Youngstown State University, an urban research university, emphasizes a creative, integrated approach to education, scholarship and service. YSU encompasses 140 acres just north of downtown Youngstown and offers associate, bachelors, masters and doctorate degrees. The university competes in Division I NCAA athletics. 1 University Plaza Youngstown, OH 44555 330-941-3000 (general info) ysu.edu Specialattractions oncampusinclude: University Athletics Sports fans can watch a full range of NCAA athletics, including the four-time national champion football team and three-time NCAA Tournament qualifier women’s basketball team. Various facilities on campus 1 University Plaza Youngstown, OH 44555 330-941-1978 (ticket office) ysusports.com McDonough Museum of Art A center for contemporary art and ideas on the campus of Youngstown State University, this museum hosts touring exhibits, as well as student and faculty art. Check website for schedules. Tues-Sat 11-4 525 Wick Ave. Youngstown, OH 44502 330-941-1400 mcdonoughmuseum.ysu.edu Ward Beecher Planetarium A variety of astronomy programs are presented January through May and September through December. Check website for schedule. All programs are free and open to the public. In 2017, the planetarium installed an all new 4K digital projection system with full dome video. The 5.1 Dolby surround sound, gives the visitor a theater-quality sound experience. The existence of the planetarium is due to the generosity of Youngstown industrialist and philanthropist, Ward Beecher. Ward Beecher Hall 1 University Plaza Youngstown, OH 44555 330-941-1370 wbplanetarium.org 10 11 12 13