Upcoming Events

Check out what is up and coming!

Upcoming Events

  • Puppy Palooza

    Relax and play with adoptable puppies from New Lease on Life to kickoff fall semester! In partnership with YSU Campus Rec, we will be donating a wide variety of pet supplies and will be accepting donations throughout the event! Dry food, canned food, beds, blankets, toys, treats, cleaning supplies, and more will be accepted for both cats and dogs! Stop by and see us, no registration required!

    Campus Rec Lawn

    Tue, August 25, 2026

    10AM - 2PM

  • YSU Day @ Pickle Fest

    Celebrate YSU Day at campus's first pickle fest! Enjoy pickled-themed food, prizes, a pickle eating contest, and even learn how to make pickles to take home! We will be teaching you how to jar your own pickles with the perfect seasonings and the crunch of a lifetime! No registration required! Stop by and see us!

    Campus Rec Lawn

    Tue, September 01, 2026

    3PM - 6PM

  • Featured Produce - Peppers

    Keep an eye out for peppers at Christman Dining Hall all month long! From stir fry dishes to roasted red pepper hummus, from roasted red pepper vinaigrette to our loaded vegetable pizza, this veggie will be in the spotlight all month long!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Tue, September 01, 2026

    Lunch and Dinner

  • Station Vacation

    Pack your appetite and grab your passport—Christman Dining Hall is heading out on a Station Vacation! Each week, we'll "travel" to a new state, country, or region around the world, bringing back authentic flavors, unique ingredients, and exciting recipes inspired by that destination. Join us as we take your taste buds on a journey around the globe—one delicious destination at a time! Swipe in and see us for lunch!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Thu, September 03, 2026

    11AM - 2PM

  • Fresh Forward - Chicken and Waffle Pizza

    It's National Chicken Month! Swipe in at Christman Dining Hall to try our incredible Chicken and Waffle pizza!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Fri, September 04, 2026

    11:00AM - 2:00PM

  • Station Vacation

    Pack your appetite and grab your passport—Christman Dining Hall is heading out on a Station Vacation! Each week, we'll "travel" to a new state, country, or region around the world, bringing back authentic flavors, unique ingredients, and exciting recipes inspired by that destination. Join us as we take your taste buds on a journey around the globe—one delicious destination at a time! Swipe in and see us for lunch!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Thu, September 10, 2026

    11AM - 2PM

  • Game Nights and Tasty Bites

    Get ready for an evening of friendly competition, great company, and delicious snacks! Join us for Game Night & Tasty Bites, where the dining hall transforms into the ultimate hangout spot. Challenge your friends to classic board games, discover new favorites, and enjoy plenty of laughs along the way. While you're strategizing your next move, fuel up with a variety of tasty snacks and shareable treats perfect for game night. Whether you're a board game champion, a casual player, or just here for the food, there's something for everyone. Swipe in and see us!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Mon, September 14, 2026

    4PM - 8PM

  • Station Vacation

    Pack your appetite and grab your passport—Christman Dining Hall is heading out on a Station Vacation! Each week, we'll "travel" to a new state, country, or region around the world, bringing back authentic flavors, unique ingredients, and exciting recipes inspired by that destination. Join us as we take your taste buds on a journey around the globe—one delicious destination at a time! Swipe in and see us for lunch!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Thu, September 17, 2026

    11AM - 2PM

  • National Cheeseburger Day

    It's national Cheeseburger Day! Stop by the Smoke and Fire Food truck to get $1 off your smash burger!

    Smoke and Fire Food Trailer

    Fri, September 18, 2026

    11:00AM - 7:00PM

  • Fresh Forward - Candy Bar Overnight Oats

    Swing by the Maag Cafe, Stack'd, the Schwebel Cafe, or Christman to try our amazing new Fresh Forward feature, Candy Bar Overnight Oats! The best start to your morning or a delicious sweet treat - you decide! Purchase this new Fresh-To-Go item all week long!

    All Retail Locations

    Mon, September 21, 2026

    All Day Long

  • All About Apple Fest

    Get ready to crunch into something delicious at All About Apple Fest! We're celebrating everyone's favorite fall fruit by featuring apples in every corner of the dining hall. From sweet treats and refreshing beverages to savory entrées and creative sides, our culinary team is putting a fresh twist on classic apple flavors! Join us for a day filled with orchard-fresh favorites, seasonal flavors, and plenty of apple-inspired fun. One fruit, endless possibilities! Swipe in and see us!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Wed, September 23, 2026

    11AM - 2PM

  • National Coffee Day

    Get a free drip coffee with the purchase of a breakfast sandwich at the Maag Cafe all day long!

    Maag Cafe in Maag Library

    Tue, September 29, 2026

    7:30AM - 5:00PM

  • Fall Fire Fest

    Join us for live music, fall activities, delicious food, and our famous s'mores bar from 6:00PM - 9:00PM outside of Beeghly Hall! No registration is necessary - we cannot wait to see you there!

    Beeghly Hall and Lincoln Avenue

    Thu, October 01, 2026

    6:00PM - 9:00PM

  • Fresh Forward - Shawarma Roasted Turkey Wrap

    Swing by any of our retail locations, the Pico Coolers, or the Christman Corner Market to try this delicious feature all week long!

    Cushwa Cafe, Schwebel Cafe, Maag Cafe, Pico Coolers, Christman Corner Market

    Mon, October 05, 2026

    All Week Long!

  • Pierogi Fest

    Swipe in and join us at Christman Dining Hall as we feature a wide variety of pierogies leading up to National Pierogi Day!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Tue, October 06, 2026

    11:00AM - 2:00PM

  • National Pierogi Day

    Swipe in and join us at Christman Dining Hall as we feature a wide variety of pierogies and partner with our incredible friends at Mrs. T's Pierogies to pass out some cool t-shirts, pens, stickers, and more!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Thu, October 08, 2026

    11:00AM - 2:00PM

  • National Pulled Pork Day

    That freshly-smoked pulled pork that you know and love from the Smoke and Fire Food Trailer will be available all day long! Sandwiches, quesadillas and more - stop by the trailer and order your new favorite!

    Smoke and Fire Food Trailer

    Mon, October 12, 2026

    11:00AM - 7:00PM

  • Featured Produce at Wellfest

    Join us and our friends at Campus Rec for Wellfest! We will be featuring delicious apple and cinnamon infused water with pumpkin spice protein bites that you are sure to love! Learn all about what the incredible nursing students are up to and enjoy a healthy freebie!

    Campus Rec

    Wed, October 14, 2026

    9:00AM - 1:00PM

  • Red and White Day

    Celebrate Penguin pride with traditions old and new, including painting the Rock in honor of its 60th anniversary, snapping photos with Pete the Penguin at the Polaroid photo booth, exploring the Mineral Museum as it celebrates its 25th anniversary, and enjoying a variety of fun activities, giveaways, and campus spirit throughout the day!

    Campus Rec

    Fri, October 16, 2026

    10:00AM - 2:00PM

  • Homecoming Tailgate

    Join us for a fun Homecoming Tailgate before the game starts! We will be featuring sandwiches from Smoke and Fire as well as some tasty sweet treats before the big game! Go Guins!

    M-70 Parking Lot

    Sat, October 17, 2026

    4:00PM - 6:00PM

  • Game Nights and Tasty Bites

    Get ready for an evening of friendly competition, great company, and delicious snacks! Join us for Game Night & Tasty Bites, where the dining hall transforms into the ultimate hangout spot. Challenge your friends to classic board games, discover new favorites, and enjoy plenty of laughs along the way. While you're strategizing your next move, fuel up with a variety of tasty snacks and shareable treats perfect for game night. Whether you're a board game champion, a casual player, or just here for the food, there's something for everyone. Swipe in and see us!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Mon, October 19, 2026

    4PM - 8PM

  • Iconic Food Series - Philly Cheesesteaks

    Stop by the Smoke and Fire Food Trailer all week long to try out our delicious take on Philly Cheesesteaks! Don't have time to stop by? No need to worry! We will be featuring these sandwiches at Christman Dining Hall as well! Swipe in and see us!

    Smoke and Fire Food Trailer, Christman Dining Hall

    Tue, October 20, 2026

    All Week Long!

  • Dining Advisory Committee Meeting

    Join us at Cushwa Hall for our Monthly Dining Advisory Committee Meeting! Come prepared to discuss all things dining and enjoy a free catered meal! We look forward to seeing you there and hearing all about your dining experience!

    Cushwa Hall, Third Floor - Room 3342

    Wed, October 21, 2026

    4:00PM - 5:00PM

  • Fresh Forward - Middle Eastern Tofu Bowl

    Swipe in and try this delicious recipe at Christman Dining Hall for lunch and dinner - featured at our Gallery Station!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Mon, October 26, 2026

    Lunch and Dinner

  • Halloween Bash

    Join us and our friends at Campus Rec for the Halloween Bash! We will be featuring a variety of Halloween mocktails while Campus Rec will provide pumpkin smashing and fun crafts! See you there!

    Campus Rec

    Tue, October 27, 2026

    3:00PM - 5:00PM

  • Smart Sips, Smart Choices

    Join us as we partner with Student Counseling Services to learn about safe drinking! YSU Student Counseling and Mahoning County MHR Board will be hosting an Alcohol/Drugs screening while we provide a variety of Halloween themed mocktails that you are sure to love! There will also be games, prizes, and so much more! See you there!

    Beeghly Hall - McKay Auditorium

    Wed, October 28, 2026

    11:00AM - 2:00PM

  • Mini Pumpkin Scavenger Hunt

    Swipe in and see us at Christman for a mini pumpkin scavenger hunt! Mini pumpkins filled with candy, vouchers, and a secret grand prize? Sign us up! See you there for some Halloween fun!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Fri, October 30, 2026

    11:00AM - 2:00PM

  • Halloween Tailgate

    Join us for a fun Halloween Tailgate before the game starts! We will be featuring sandwiches from Smoke and Fire as well as some tasty sweet treats before the big game! Go Guins!

    M-70 Parking Lot

    Sat, October 31, 2026

    10:00AM - 12:00PM

  • Chick-fil-A Pop-Up

    Your favorite sandwiches are coming back to campus for a Chick-fil-A Pop-Up! Swing by the Schwebel Cafe in the Williamson School of Business starting at 11AM until all of the sandwiches are gone! We will be accepting Flex Dollars, Pete's Points, Credit, Debit and Cash! See you there!

    Williamson School of Business

    Mon, November 02, 2026

    11;00AM - 2:00PM

  • National Sandwich Day

    Join us for National Sandwich Day at Stack'd! Get $1 off all of our Regional Favorites or a Build Your Own Creation!

    Cushwa Cafe - Stack'd

    Tue, November 03, 2026

    11;00AM - 5:00PM

  • Grubhub Pop-Up

    Want to try our delicious Ghost Kitchen menu and pick up some awesome Grubhub merch? Swing by the Cushwa Cafe to learn all about our Grubhub Food Lockers and enjoy a sampling of our menu!

    Cushwa Cafe - Cushwa Hall

    Wed, November 04, 2026

    11;00AM - 1:00PM

  • National Nacho Day

    Happy National Nacho Day! Swipe in and see us at Chrismtan Dining Hall for a full nacho bar featured at our Gallery Station for lunch and dinner!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Fri, November 06, 2026

    11;00AM - 7:30PM

  • Cookies and Carts

    Mario Kart and Cookies - a match made in gamer heaven! Join us at the Rec Center for a fun night of racing, sweet treats, and dodging shells and bananas! See you there!

    Campus Rec

    Tue, November 10, 2026

    3:00PM - 5:00PM

  • Veteran's Day

    Campus will be closed for Veteran's Day! All of our retail locations including the Cushwa Cafe, the Maag Cafe, the Schwebel Cafe, the Smoke and Fire Food Trailer and the DeBartolo Food Lockers will be closed as well! Christman Dining Hall will be open for Brunch from 10:00AM - 2:00PM, Lite Lunch from 2:00PM - 4:00PM and Dinner from 4:00PM - 8:00PM!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Wed, November 11, 2026

    10:00AM

  • Fresh Forward Bites

    Want to try a delicious new way to start your day? Swing by any of our cafes to try our capicola cheddar egg bites! We will feature these for a full week so don't miss them!

    Cushwa Cafe, Maag Cafe, Schwebel Cafe

    Fri, November 13, 2026

    All Week Long

  • National Bundt Day

    Happy Nation Bundt Day! Swipe in and see us at Christman for dinner to try some delicious mini bundt cakes made in-house by our amazing bakery team! With a variety of flavors to choose from, you are in for a sweet treat!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Sun, November 15, 2026

    4:00PM - 8:00PM

  • Featured Produce - Sweet Potatoes

    Swipe in at Christman to try a delicious Sweet Potato Bisque that is sure to warm you up on a chilly fall day! We will also be featuring a variety of sweet potato treats in Pete's Bake Shop! Swipe in and see us!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Mon, November 16, 2026

    11:00AM - 8:00PM

  • Dining Advisory Committee Meeting

    Join us at Cushwa Hall for our Monthly Dining Advisory Committee Meeting! Come prepared to discuss all things dining and enjoy a free catered meal! We look forward to seeing you there and hearing all about your dining experience!

    Cushwa Hall, Third Floor - Room 3342

    Wed, November 18, 2026

    4:00PM - 5:00PM

  • Friendsgiving at Christman

    It's FRIENDSGIVING! Join us at Christman for a delicious feast with all of the classic Thanksgiving favorites including turkey, mashed potatoes, dinner rolls, and so much more! See you there!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Thu, November 19, 2026

    4:00PM - 8:00PM

  • National Cashew Day

    Swipe in at Christman to try our house-made Cashew Butter! All the deliciousness of Peanut Butter except we make it with Cashews! Swipe in and see us!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Mon, November 16, 2026

    11:00AM - 8:00PM

  • Thanksgiving Break

    Happy Thanksgiving, Guins! Christman Dining Hall will be closed on Thursday, November 26th but will be open from 11:00AM - 2:00PM for Brunch on Friday the 27th and Saturday the 28th! All of our retail locations will be closed starting on the 26th, but they will reopen for regular hours on Monday the 30th!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Thu, November 26, 2026

  • Last Week of Classes

    The semester is just about over, Guins! Finish out the week strong, you are almost there!

    YSU

    Mon, November 30, 2026

    All Week Long

  • Midnight Breakfast

    Take a well-earned study break and refuel with breakfast favorites before finals week begins! Join us at Christman for a night of food, fun, and relaxation!

    Christman Dining Hall

    Mon, December 07, 2026

    9:00PM - 12:00AM

  • Finals Week Snacks

    Keep an eye on our Instagram (@avifreshservesysu) to see all of our pop-up locations for snacks, sweet treats, and more for the entirety of Finals Week! Let's Go Guins!

    All Over Campus

    Tue, December 08, 2026

    All Week Long!