Programs & Events

Wednesday, January 14  |  Commuter Student Winter Resource Fair
Time: Wednesday, January 14 at 11 am-2 pm

Location: Commuter Student Lounge, Steger Student Life Center 645

What to Expect: We understand that the winter is an especially difficult time to be a commuting student, and we want to help support your experience with free gear* (gloves, hand warmers, car scrapers, and travel coffee mugs). And we want to help you build community with other commuter students! We will have bagels, coffee, and games! Stop by briefly or join us to hang out, grab some free items*, and get to know other commuting students.
*Available while supplies last – be among the first 100 students to get your free items!

Thursday, January 22  |  Off-Campus Housing Workshop
Time: 11 am-12 pm

Location: Lindner College of Business, Room 2130

What to Expect: Join us to learn more about budgeting, searching, and leasing an off-campus apartment in the Uptown area. We believe that all Bearcats should be equipped with information about their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, so join us to learn more.

Saturday, January 31  |  Cats in the City: Ice Skating @ Fountain Square (RSVP Required!)

Time: 5 pm-7 pm

Location: Metro Stop on University Avenue & Jefferson Avenue; Take bus to Downtown Cincinnati

What to Expect: Meet us at the Ice Rink at Fountain Square downtown. We will have a free warming tent, skate rental, and drinks for everyone who attends. RSVP required – only the first 65 attendees may participate. We love Cincinnati, and we love helping connect students to resources throughout our city! One of our favorite partners is the Cincinnati Metro. Did you know you can ride for free?! Let us help you get your bus pass, get on/off the bus, and learn more about public transit in Cincinnati by joining us for a unique “Cats in the City” experience, similar to a field trip but a free way to explore your city alongside other Bearcats!

Thursday, February 5  |  Off-Campus Housing Resource Workshop
Time: 11 am-12 pm

Location: Lindner College of Business, Room 2130

What to Expect: Join us to learn more about budgeting, searching, and leasing an off-campus apartment in the Uptown area. We believe that all Bearcats should be equipped with information about their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, so join us to learn more.

Saturday, February 7  |  Neighborhood Clean-Up: CUF Neighborhood
Time: 11 am-1 pm

Location: CUF Neighborhood - Meeting Location TBD

What to Expect: The CUF Neighborhood is located south and west of Uptown West campus. The vibrant involvement of the neighborhood councils  and associations is part of what makes life in Cincinnati unique! We believe that Bearcats should be involved in the places they live, not just as students, but as citizens of their neighborhood. We encourage students to get to know their neighbors by hosting neighborhood clean-ups, in which we work with local, long-term residents and students to come alongside one another and clean-up their neighborhood. Volunteer hours are available. Please join us to help clean-up the CUF Neighborhood and get to know your neighborhoods!

Monday, February 9  |  Off-Campus Housing Fair
Time: 10 am-2 pm

Location: Tangeman University Center (TUC) 3rd Floor Atrium (300)

What to Expect: Join us to learn more about available property leases in the Uptown area and resources that help you navigate your role and experience as a tenant. We will have over 20 property managers and owners in addition to campus and community resources to help support your experience as a tenant and renter in Uptown. 

Friday, February 13  |  Commuter Student Valentine's Day Build Your Own Bouquet
Time: 12 pm-3 pm

Location: Commuter Student Lounge, Steger Student Life Center 645, Mainstreet, University of Cincinnati

What to Expect: Happy Valentine's Day! Valentine's Day is a day to celebrate those you love, care for, and feel supported by, including yourself! We understand that there is a lot of work in being a student, especially a student who commutes to and from campus. We want to celebrate, encourage, and support you by providing you with materials to build your own Flower Bouquet. Stop by the Commuter Student Lounge, grab a flower sleeve and some individual stems to build your bouquet! In addition, we will have some resources and information specific to our Commuter Student Services and other resources that we offer to help you take care of yourself!

Saturday, February 21  |  Neighborhood Clean-Up: Corryville Neighborhood
Time: 11 am-1 pm

Location: Corryville Neighborhood - Meet at the Center for Community Engagement, 2728 Short Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45219

What to Expect: The Corryville Neighborhood is located east of Uptown West campus and west of Uptown East campus. The vibrant involvement of the neighborhood councils  and associations is part of what makes life in Cincinnati unique! We believe that Bearcats should be involved in the places they live, not just as students, but as citizens of their neighborhood. We encourage students to get to know their neighbors by hosting neighborhood clean-ups, in which we work with local, long-term residents and students to come alongside one another and clean-up their neighborhood. Volunteer hours are available. Please join us to help clean-up the Corryville Neighborhood and get to know your neighborhoods!

Saturday, February 28  |  Park Clean-Up: Bellevue Park
Time: 11 am-1 pm

Location: Bellevue Park; Look for the "Bearcats Buddies" Mini Van

What to Expect: Bellevue Park is located near Uptown West campus. The parks around the University of Cincinnati are such a unique and fun feature of living in this part of the city. We believe that Bearcats should not just be students, but citizens of the city of Cincinnati and we want to encourage students to be aware of the aspects of the city that are available to them, including the beautiful parks near campus. We encourage students to join us to walk around the parks, pick up trash, and find ways to explore these beautiful nature areas near campus. Volunteer hours are available. Please join us to help clean-up Bellevue Park!

Wednesday, March 4  |  Off-Campus Meet-Up: Coffee & Cram @ Fable Cafe
Time: 6 pm-8 pm

Location: Fable Cafe, 3117 Harrison Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45211

What to Expect: Join us for "Coffee & Cram", an off-campus meet-up located at Fable Cafe (located in Cheviot, OH, on the westside of Cincinnati). Our off-campus meet-up's are designed to bring Bearcat community to your neighborhood! We believe that your community as a Bearcat should not only be centered around your experience on campus, but we also want to help you get connected by coming to you. Coffee & Cram is an event where you can come and hang out in the coffee shop and do whatever you need to do - whether that's catch up with friends, get to know other commuter students, or take the space to study quietly on your own. We will provide free drinks for up to the first 100 attendees, so be sure to arrive right at the beginning of the event!

Thursday, March 5  |  Off-Campus Housing Resource Workshop
Time: 11 am-12 pm

Location: Lindner College of Business, Room 2130

What to Expect: Join us to learn more about budgeting, searching, and leasing an off-campus apartment in the Uptown area. We believe that all Bearcats should be equipped with information about their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, so join us to learn more.

Saturday, March 7  |  Cats in the City: Cincinnati Art Museum (RSVP Required!)
Time: 1 pm-3 pm

Location: Meet at Center for Community Engagement, 2728 Short Vine Street, Cincinnati, OH, 45219 (Transportation provided to/from Cincinnati Art Museum.)

What to Expect: Meet us at the Cincinnati Art Museum in downtown Cincinnati to learn more about the art and history present in our area and around the world. RSVP required - only the first 40 attendees will be able to participate. Transportation provided - meet at the Center for Community Engagement (address above). We love Cincinnati, and we love helping connect students to resources throughout our city! One of our favorite partners is the Cincinnati Metro. Did you know you can ride for free?! Let us help you get your bus pass, get on/off the bus, and learn more about public transit in Cincinnati by joining us for a unique “Cats in the City” experience, similar to a field trip but a free way to explore your city alongside other Bearcats!

Saturday, March 28  |  Neighborhood Clean-Up: Clifton Neighborhood
Time: 11 am-1 pm

Location: Clifton Neighborhood - Meeting Location TBD

What to Expect: The Clifton Neighborhood is located north of Uptown West campus. The vibrant involvement of the neighborhood councils  and associations is part of what makes life in Cincinnati unique! We believe that Bearcats should be involved in the places they live, not just as students, but as citizens of their neighborhood. We encourage students to get to know their neighbors by hosting neighborhood clean-ups, in which we work with local, long-term residents and students to come alongside one another and clean-up their neighborhood. Volunteer hours are available. Please join us to help clean-up the Clifton Neighborhood and get to know your neighborhoods!

Sunday, March 29  |  Off-Campus Meet-Up: Picnic at the Park @ Winton Woods
Time: 12 pm-3 pm

Location: Winton Woods; Specific Location TBD; Look for the Bearcats Buddies Van

What to Expect: Join us for "Picnic in the Park" at Winton Woods! Our off-campus meet-up's are designed to bring Bearcat community to your neighborhood! We believe that your community as a Bearcat should not only be centered around your experience on campus, but we also want to help you get connected by coming to you. Picnic in the Park is an event where you can come and hang out at a park in the Cincinnati area. We welcome you to do whatever is helpful for you - catch up with friends, play games, get to know other commuter students, or bring your own blanket to sit and relax. Dogs are welcome as long as they are leashed and friendly to other dogs and humans! We provide yard games and table top games, as well as pizza for the first 100 attendees,s o be sure to arrive right at the beginning of the event!

Thursday, April 2  |  Off-Campus Housing Resource Workshop
Time: 11 am-12 pm

Location: Lindner College of Business, Room 2130

What to Expect: Join us to learn more about budgeting, searching, and leasing an off-campus apartment in the Uptown area. We believe that all Bearcats should be equipped with information about their rights and responsibilities as a tenant, so join us to learn more.

Saturday, April 4  |  Park Clean-Up: Burnett Woods
Time: 11 am-1 pm

Location: Burnett Woods; Specific Meeting Place TBD; Look for the "Bearcats Buddies" Mini Van

What to Expect: Burnett Woods is located near Uptown West campus. The parks around the University of Cincinnati are such a unique and fun feature of living in this part of the city. We believe that Bearcats should not just be students, but citizens of the city of Cincinnati and we want to encourage students to be aware of the aspects of the city that are available to them, including the beautiful parks near campus. We encourage students to join us to walk around the parks, pick up trash, and find ways to explore these beautiful nature areas near campus. Volunteer hours are available. Please join us to help clean-up Burnett Woods!

Wednesday, April 8  |  Commuter Student Event: DIY Potted Plants
Time: 2 pm-4 pm

Location: Commuter Student Lounge, Steger Student Life Center 645, Mainstreet, University of Cincinnati

What to Expect: We are in the final weeks of the semester and we want to celebrate all the ways you have GROWN! You have had challenges, celebrations, and so many things in between. We recognize that being a commuter student has many benefits and many barriers, and we want to help you see the ways that you have faced all these aspects of your experience. Join us in the Commuter Student Lounge to plant a mini succulent in a pot and reflect on your growth as a commuter student. In addition, let us give you some resources and information on how you can continue to grow as a commuter student in the coming semesters. We are so proud of you and cannot wait to celebrate this semester and academic year together!

Saturday, April 11  |  Cats in the City: OTR & Findlay Market Tour
Time: 1 pm-3 pm

Location: Metro Stop on University Avenue & Jefferson Avenue; Take bus to Downtown Cincinnati

What to Expect: Meet us at Findlay Market for a downtown Cincinnati Experience, including paroosing Findlay Market and a tour of the Over-the-Rhine neighborhood, focusing on the historical context and significant places to visit and experience in the area. We love Cincinnati, and we love helping connect students to resources throughout our city! One of our favorite partners is the Cincinnati Metro. Did you know you can ride for free?! Let us help you get your bus pass, get on/off the bus, and learn more about public transit in Cincinnati by joining us for a unique “Cats in the City” experience, similar to a field trip but a free way to explore your city alongside other Bearcats!

Saturday, April 11  |  Park Clean-Up: Fairview Park
Time: 11 am-1 pm

Location: Fairview Parks; Look for the "Bearcats Buddies" Mini Van

What to Expect: Fairview Park is located near Uptown West campus. The parks around the University of Cincinnati are such a unique and fun feature of living in this part of the city. We believe that Bearcats should not just be students, but citizens of the city of Cincinnati and we want to encourage students to be aware of the aspects of the city that are available to them, including the beautiful parks near campus. We encourage students to join us to walk around the parks, pick up trash, and find ways to explore these beautiful nature areas near campus. Volunteer hours are available. Please join us to help clean-up Fairview Park!

Thursday, April 23  |  Off-Campus Meet-Up: Coffee & Cram @ Upside Brew
Time: 6 pm-8 pm

Location: Upside Brew, 329 Ludlow Avenue, Cincinnati, OH, 45219

What to Expect: Join us for "Coffee & Cram", an off-campus meet-up located at Upsdie Brew (located in Clifton). Our off-campus meet-up's are designed to bring Bearcat community to your neighborhood! We believe that your community as a Bearcat should not only be centered around your experience on campus, but we also want to help you get connected by coming to you. Coffee & Cram is an event where you can come and hang out in the coffee shop and do whatever you need to do - whether that's catch up with friends, get to know other commuter students, or take the space to study quietly on your own. We will provide free drinks for up to the first 100 attendees, so be sure to arrive right at the beginning of the event!