UCserves


UC Serves brings together staff and faculty from across the University of Cincinnati to work on projects proposed by local non-profit partners. UC Serves allows staff and faculty to be on the front lines of our institutional commitment to service and community impact.

Friday, May 15, 2026


Staff and faculty volunteers should visit Bearcats Landing for UC Serves information or to register. Local non-profits interested in partnering should contact community.engagement@uc.edu for more information.

UC Serves is a demonstration of the university's commitment to urban impact and investment in faculty and staff development. Join us for this day of intentional, focused service to the communities surrounding the University of Cincinnati campuses.

Questions? Contact community.engagement@uc.edu. 

Don’t forget to reward yourself for giving back! Log Be Well UC points if eligible to earn wellness dollars. Login or create account in the Personify Health Portal to log UC Serves participation under “Attend a UC sponsored event." Submit the form for 1,000 points ($10 in wellness)! Email wellness@uc.edu with questions about Be Well UC, the Personify Health Portal, or logging UC Serves participation.

UC Serves in the news

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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

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Ella Davis

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

A Bearcat for Life shares how the University of Cincinnati shaped her journey to becoming a nurse through mentorship, community, and Bearcat pride.

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Morgan Passek

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

Cincinnati has allowed me to follow my dreams! Having studied International Business and Marketing at Lindner, I was able to hone my skills, build confidence and raise my hand for opportunities that took me across the globe.

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Megan Pando

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

Megan Pando built her future at UC. From DAAP studios to founding Makers Social, her Bearcats for Life story is about creating fearlessly and building boldly.

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Kevin Krebs

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

A Bearcat for Life story about giving back to the University of Cincinnati, finding purpose through leadership, and carrying UC’s legacy forward.

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Henry Green

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

From unforgettable experiences to global connections, see how UC made Henry Green a proud Bearcat for life.

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Kendall Jacobson

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

Learn how Kendall Jacobson, UC alumna and owner of Uncle Woody’s, found friendship, community, and lasting memories as a Bearcat for life.

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Jordyn Bailey

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

Discover how Jordyn Bailey, Class of ’26, found lifelong friendships, mentorship, and belonging at UC, making her college experience truly transformative.

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Latoya Chambers

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

Discover how UC helped Latoya Chambers find her purpose as an educator, advocate, and servant leader. Read her journey as a first-generation student, TRIO alumna, and proud Bearcat for Life.

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Natalie Ochmann

BEARCATS FOR LIFE

From marching band memories to career milestones, discover how UC’s Bearcat Bands shaped a lifelong love for Cincinnati, campus spirit, and the red-and-black pride that makes a Bearcat for Life.