Proudly Cincinnati - March 2009

UC In The News

Co-op program expands its role
UC has been an acknowledged leader in experiential learning since cooperative education was founded here in 1906. That leadership role is taking on new dimensions to benefit students, employers, the university and the community.

UC named to Presidential Honor Roll for community service
The university’s ongoing efforts to serve the Cincinnati area and its citizens have received the highest federal recognition for educational institutions.

College of Business team wins business-case competition again
The Association for Corporate Growth’s Cincinnati Cup was won for the second straight year by a team of graduate students from UC’s College of Business. The competition features analysis and recommendations around merger and acquisition business cases.

UC research aims to help Ohio's economy
State leaders recently got a hands-on look at UC’s research efforts that have already proved to help Ohio’s economy or hold strong promise to do so in the future.

'Virtual projects' used to create online puzzles
The Discovery Channel has based a series of colorful and challenging online puzzles about lost architectural treasures on stunning, high-tech projects developed in the College of Design, Architecture, Art, & Planning.

UC People

New war vets helped by use of comics...seriously
Adjunct instructor Carol Tyler’s new graphic (comic) novel will model efforts to help combat veterans cope with their experiences. Read her fascinating father-and-daughter story and watch the video.

Honors student helps build freshman support system
Angela Schmidt is one of 54 UC Learning Community Peer Leaders who are working to help their newest fellow students succeed.

Students redefining 'Spring Break'
Rather than hit the beaches at traditional destinations, many UC students will spend their upcoming breaks serving others.

UC Support

Business owners impressed with UC, donate $4 million
Upon learning about UC’s strength in signage design, visual marketing and community planning, a Minnesota couple with no previous relationship to the university recently made $2 million gifts to the Colleges of Business and DAAP.

Alumni Association membership has its benefits
If you think a vibrant alumni community is important to UC and to you personally, then supporting your UC Alumni Association as a Sustaining or Life Member is a fundamental way to show it. Check out the benefits as well as some membership FAQ's.

UC Events

Reds games offer opportunities for active alumni
The upcoming baseball season means many alumni across the country will be gathering at designated Cincinnati Reds away games. Watch the UC Alumni Association’s national events calendar for these and other chances to join your fellow Bearcats via UCAA’s regional alumni networks.

UC Get Involved

New UC-branded credit card introduced
UC has partnered with Bank of America to offer the new, official, university-branded credit card. Using the card, which offers a strong rewards program, no annual fee and a competitive APR, benefits both the cardholder and UC.