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Radhika Grandhi

Radhika Grandhi

“The myriad situations that I have experienced while leading and participating in student organizations have provided me with many friendships and fostered a deeper understanding of the complexities of effective communication. As a leader, I have facilitated the diffusion of ideas by catalyzing activities for diverse populations.”

Radhika Grandhi

Chizi Igwe

“Being involved at UC has been one of the best decisions I made during my collegiate experience. It has given me the chance to develop and strengthen necessary leadership skills. It has also given me the chance to network with countless influential people, and really get the full experience from college.”

Radhika Grandhi

Kaitlin Dauner

Being involved with student organizations on campus has enabled me to interact with a diverse group of inspiring individuals who have helped shape the person I have become. They have fostered my passion for UC and I have built lasting relationships with other students, faculty, and staff”

Radhika Grandhi

Kenneth Day

“UC2019 reinforces the importance of diversity, and a prevalent benefit of campus involvement is the multiplicity of peers I have met. Involvement has increased my passion and drive, for I have realized how astounding it is to work alongside fellow students to achieve success in our organization’s ventures.”

Radhika Grandhi

Brendan O’Brien

“Student organizations supplement classroom education by offering a chance to practice leadership through service to others. Getting involved provides unique opportunities to lead, learn, and serve, that never be offered in a classroom.”

Radhika Grandhi

Joseph Azevedo

“My education does not end after classes. Student organizations have taught me the great value of individual awareness and collective action.”

Radhika Grandhi

Jacklyn Woniger

UC senior Jacklyn Woniger isn’t afraid to make waves in her pursuit of both athletic and academic excellence.

Radhika Grandhi

Keenen Maull

“Being involved in student organizations opens your eyes to who you are and what you are like. If it weren’t for campus involvement, I would not have had the experiences that helped me grow into the person I am now.”

Radhika Grandhi

Elaine Schomaker

“Being involved in a student organization gives me the chance to experience the various cultures and perspectives of other students while having an impact on the UC community. I have grown closer to the student body and the people that make UC the amazing university that it is today.”

Radhika Grandhi

Dana Richman

“Being involved makes college more than just going to class, but rather a growing-up experience or a journey. Through this experience you meet other students with diverse interests and gain life and leadership skills.”

Kendo

Tier Level:Recreational

President: Rachel Sawicki

Advisor:Gary Vaughn

Coach: Christopher George/Kazuheiko Bessho

Dues 2011-2012: Free

Season begins:September 2011

Practice schedule: Monday 9:30pm to 10:45pm; Tuesday 7:30pm to 10pm; Thursday 9:30pm to 10:45pm; all in Multipurpose Room A in CRC.

Club History: The UC Kendo Club was started by Gin Ando in 2007. The club is a branch of the regional federation ECUSKF. The main focus was, and still is, to promote awareness of Japanese culture through the practice and understanding of Kendo in the Cincinnati area.

Accomplishments: The club started with a few dedicated members of low/no rank and now has to 2nd degree Black Belts, two 1st degree Black Belts, two students testing for 1st degree Black Belts, as well as many members of other various levels. One member has won 1st place in an individual category at a tournament, as well as the UC team making it to semi-finals in a large tournament and two UC representatives participating in the United States National Kendo Tournmanet.

Website: www.uckendo.cjb.net

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