What weโre about
Established in 2009, we are a dynamic group of professionals that view State College as a great place to call home. It's no secret that State College is a transient town. We understand it can be difficult to socialize and feel close to the community. SCYP creates a welcoming environment for all young professionals. We may be a group young professionals, but at heart this is a organization to socialize. Our members are typically between the ages of 22 and 45, but we do not have an age requirement. If you are young at heart and have a passion for our area, you're welcome...no encouraged...to join!
Membership dues can be purchased at https://scyoungpros.com/membership/. Not sure if you're ready to commit? That's okay! Check out an event or two.
We have three main values at SCYP.
Live
No matter what brings you to the State College area, we are one community. At SCYP, we believe in being active and involved in making our community a better place. We volunteer and fundraise with a passion and energy for everyone living in Happy Valley.
Work
Everyoneโs favorite subject! Chances are you might have moved to State College for a new job or potentially graduate school (thatโs work, right?) We get it. We work here, too! SCYP provides a year-round forum for young professionals to connect, collaborate, and learn from each other. No matter your profession, together we build a foundation upon which State College can build its future.
Play
Life canโt be all work โ We have some fun along! State College has an abundance of opportunities to kick back, relax, and have fun. Whether you are settling down or passing through, we may be colleagues and neighbors, but most of all, we are friends.Whether itโs on the softball field, at a happy hour, or volunteering, SCYP offers events to meet new people and make new friends.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Handbuilt Pottery Fairy House Class for Young ProfessionalsDiscovery Space of Central Pennsylvania, State College, PA$40.00
Description: Join us for a SCYP Members Only Handbuilt Pottery Fairy House Class at the Rivet. During this 3 hour class, each participant will create a house approximately 5 inches in size. The class will begin with each person receiving a slab of clay to cut out their pieces. Theyโll learn how to slip, score, and attach the pieces, then have the opportunity to underglaze their houses, allowing for colorful decoration. Afterward, the Rivet will bisque fire and glaze the pieces, which will be ready for pickup in approximately 3-5 weeks.
Date: Thursday, April 24th
Time: 5PM to 8 PM
Location: The Rivet, 1224 N Atherton St, State College, PA 16803
Cost: $40 per personSignup Form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScBAF1oWsF4wqPKNCfC4Ep6ao1RAAFOzy-TrQA3hyEvIqZdIQ/viewform?usp=sharingYou must complete both the SCYP signup form and the Rivet registration and payment for this class.
Space is limited to 8 participants max. Please sign up early if you are interested!
- Spring Creek Park Clean Up with State College Young ProfessionalsSpring Creek Park, State College, PA
Enjoy a weekend day outside with a good deed by helping keep Spring Creek Park one of the best parks in the area at our spring clean-up!
Volunteers will help by picking up litter, maintaining planting beds and walkways, trail cleanup, and many more activities supervised by the Centre Region Parks & Recreation (CRPR) staff. SCYP is an official Park Partner through CRPR.
Help your community out, spruce up the park, enjoy nature, and hang out with some other SCYP members! Non-members are encouraged to participate.
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Logistics:
-We will meet in the MAIN parking lot area accessed from the entrance off Houserville Road.-Be sure to bring water and work/gardening gloves. We have a few pairs of gloves we can lend to volunteers. Please wear a SCYP shirt if you have one to help represent SCYP as we work to make the park beautiful! If you don't have a t-shirt, we'll be giving out legacy SCYP t-shirts to volunteers (sizing is limited).
-After the event, some of the group usually heads to a local spot for lunch!
- May Sips Social for Young ProfessionalsChamps Sports Grill, State College, PA
Join us on Wednesday, May 7th at Champs Sports Grill (N. Atherton location) for our monthly social!
THIS IS AN OPEN EVENT โ no invite needed!
Address: 1611 N Atherton St, State College, PA 16803
Date/Time: Wednesday, May 7th at 5:30 PM โ 7:30 PMAbout Sips:
Sips is a chance for you to network with new folks, catch up with old friends, and learn about the many upcoming SCYP events. Bring your friends or co-workers with you, itโs a great time for all.Non-Members:
Not a member? Just want to test drive SCYP for a night? Stop on by! Non-members may attend Sips for $8. Participate in a Sips and youโll get a chance to meet with current members, board members, and see what SCYP can offer you. By the end of Sips if you would like to become a member, you may apply your $8 to the cost of your membership!Members:
Card-carrying SCYP members get in free to our monthly Sips events and enjoy many perks throughout the year. Have you picked up your 2025 SCYP membership yet? You can get it here: https://square.link/u/LK4UilW0
