Proudly Cincinnati - April 2008

UC Community Remembers Chris Demakes

For nearly a quarter of a century, Chris Demakes was the beloved leader of the UC Alumni Association. In the wake of his passing last month, Bearcats are fondly recalling his warmth, his ability to connect with people, and his enduring Bearcat pride.  Read more.

UC In The News

UC responds to new Ohio plan for higher education
Ohio’s new approach to higher education has garnered much attention, and President Nancy Zimpher says UC is well positioned to help the strategic plan for the new University System of Ohio roll out successfully. Read President Zimpher’s response.

Strive report outlines region's educational blueprint
The first annual report for Strive, the regional collaborative to ensure enhanced educational opportunity from birth through college, was released recently. Visit the highly interactive Strive Web site, and watch an interview with Larry Johnson, dean of UC’s College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services, who was recently honored by the Cincinnati Human Relations Commission.

Record-high applications prompt creative solutions
UC is adapting to historic demands for spots in the 2008 freshman class. Creative thinking and teamwork will offer admission to 300 more students than last year’s record-breaking class. Read more.

UC, Cincinnati Zoo celebrate arrival of ‘Baby Bearcat’
Uptown partners UC and the Cincinnati Zoo announced the return of a live binturong, or bearcat, to Cincinnati. A contest to name the three-month-old female is now underway. Read more.

UC People

Knehans named CCM Dean
An award-winning composer and accomplished administrator from the University of Tasmania will be the new leader of UC’s College-Conservatory of Music. Meet Dean Knehans.

UC Senior named nation's Best Co-op
Architecture major Nick Sillies was named the top co-op student in the U.S., thanks to his work with global firms managing international building projects. Read more.

Greek Week demonstrates campus-community connections
UC student Brian Rapien, Greek Week president, extols the benefits and good will that come out of this week’s activities. Read more.

Thomas honored
UC’s Mike Thomas received the All-American Football Foundation’s 2008 award recognizing top directors of athletics. Read more.

UC Support

UC earns funding to strengthen Ohio's competitiveness
A UC proposal, in partnership with leading Ohio businesses, is one of seven proposals statewide awarded funding as part of the state’s new Choose Ohio First Scholarship Program. Read more.

UC Events

Alumni Weekend, May 16-18
It’s the Spring version of Homecoming! All Bearcats are invited back to campus for Alumni Weekend and its full schedule of university and college activities. Read more.

UC Get Involved

New UCAA Web site debuts
It just became easier to learn about the UC Alumni Association and how to become more engaged as an alum. Take a look.

Football season starts now
Coming off one of their most memorable years ever, the Bearcats  unofficially start their 2008 season with Bearcat Bowl II, the annual spring game. Make plans to follow the Bearcats all year.

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