This year has been one of self-assessment for Youngstown State University as it faces a 5 percent decline in student enrollment and budget concerns that have had a negative impact on the university’s revenue. Going forward, YSU is navigating through a change in leadership after President Jim Tressel announced plans to step down, ending his eight-year tenure as YSU president. His final year has been challenging. In February, the university cut seven full-time faculty members in alignment with the findings from a comprehensive review.
