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Vic and Laura Troha
BEARCATS FOR LIFE
University of Cincinnati alumni turn children’s books into a way to give back in Cincinnati, supporting local kids and families in need.
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Tell us your story
Your Bearcat journey inspires others. Once a Bearcat, always a Bearcat. Share your story to celebrate the connections, experiences and pride that unite Bearcats everywhere and help future Bearcats see what’s possible.
Bearcats for LIfe Spotlight
Cashmere Wright
"Being a Bearcat for life means more than just cheering for Cincinnati — it’s who I am. The University of Cincinnati shaped me on and off the court, teaching me what hard work, discipline, and community really mean."
Built in Cincinnati. Giving Back to Cincinnati.
Some Bearcats leave Cincinnati after graduation. Others build their lives here.
Across industries, neighborhoods and generations, UC alumni are choosing to stay, lead and give back to the city that shaped them. They’re launching businesses, raising families, mentoring students and investing in the community long after commencement.
This is what Bearcats for Life looks like — rooted in Cincinnati.
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Christina and Miles Davis
BEARCATS FOR LIFE
UC alumni Christina and Miles Davis built a thriving Cincinnati cookie business while serving their community as Bearcats for Life.
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Abby Revetta
BEARCATS FOR LIFE
Discover how third-generation Bearcat Abby Revetta ’17 found her purpose at the University of Cincinnati. From internships to lifelong friendships, UC shaped who she is — and who she’ll become.
Read more Bearcats for Life stories
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Christina and Miles Davis
BEARCATS FOR LIFE
UC alumni Christina and Miles Davis built a thriving Cincinnati cookie business while serving their community as Bearcats for Life.
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Vic and Laura Troha
BEARCATS FOR LIFE
University of Cincinnati alumni turn children’s books into a way to give back in Cincinnati, supporting local kids and families in need.
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Theo Marshall
BEARCATS FOR LIFE
I’m lucky to be the daughter and granddaughter of UC grads, and my family deeply values the education UC provides—my dad even went back to finish his bachelor’s after 42 years
UC taught me the values of teamwork, philanthropy and discipline. It’s where I formed lifelong friendships and where I met my husband. Without the University of Cincinnati, I wouldn’t have the life I cherish today.
Kylee Gemmer Class of '18
Find Out What Makes You a Bearcat for Life
Discover Where You Belong
Every Bearcat has a unique spark — whether you’re driven by ambition, creativity or community. Take our short quiz to see which type of Bearcat you are and discover how UC can help you turn your passions into purpose.
Take the quiz, get your result and share it using #BearcatsForLife to show your UC pride.
I’m a Bearcat for Life because UC turned ambition into action and teammates into family. The mix of spirit, service and real-world problem solving at UC is the Bearcat way — now and for life.
Thavishka Gamage Class of '26
What it means to be a Bearcat for Life
Discover the story behind our namesake — from the real bearcat animal to the UC spirit it represents — and how being a Bearcat is more than a name, it’s a lifelong community.
Refer a Future Bearcat
No one inspires future Bearcats like those who’ve lived the UC experience.
Share the name of a student who would thrive here — and help them start their own Bearcat story.