Bearcats
Welcome
As you embark on this new experience as a Bearcat, we hope your first few weeks on campus set the stage for your college career. We hope you are just as excited to be at UC as we are to have you here!
Bearcats Welcome features signature events hosted by Student Affairs tons of events, from social to educational, and from optional to required. Don’t miss out on all the fun. Events will be shared on the GetInvolvedUC page and the Corq app. Don’t have a smartphone? No worries! We’ll also have an online schedule for you to view. All events are open to the entire campus community unless noted in the description. Follow us @uc_studentaffairs and @uofcincy for more information!
The Bearcat Bond
Save the Date!
We can't wait to see you on campus for Bearcats Welcome - August 19-September 5, 2025! The 2025 schedule will be shared in late Summer 2025!
Bearcats Welcome Schedule
There are a variety of events to attend during Bearcats Welcome! Our programs expand over the first three weeks of the semester. Don’t miss out on all the fun! You will also be able to view all events on GetInvolvedUC and the complimentary mobile app, Corq.
Transportation & Accessibility
The University of Cincinnati and City of Cincinnati are accessible through the UC Shuttle System and Cincinnati public transit system, Cincinnati Metro. UC Shuttle is available and easily tracked through the TRANSLOC app. The Cincinnati Metro partners with the University of Cincinnati to offer a discount to all students and employees for rides.
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Student Affairs Sponsored Activity
These events are hosted by the Division of Student Affairs, offering key programs and opportunities to connect with campus resources. Events not sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs are provided by student groups or other campus-affiliated organizations, offering a range of activities for all students.
Required Activity *Required for all first year students
These events are mandatory for all participants. Please ensure you attend as part of your Welcome Week experience.
Auditory stimulation
This event may involve activities with auditory stimulation such as loud sounds, noise, and music
Large groups
This event may involve activities with large amounts of social engagement in groups, teams, or crowds
Visual stimulation
This event may involve activities with visual stimulation, such as use of lights, colors, flashing/strobe lighting
Physical activity
This event may involve activities with physical activity, such as running, jumping, dancing, or other movements
Optional alternative activity
This event has an alternative method of participation such as a viewing location or alternative way to engage with the activity
Accommodations
The Bearcats Welcome team is committed to providing full access to all of our programs and services for participants with access needs. If you require accessibility accommodations to fully participate in Bearcats Welcome programs, please contact the Office of Accessibility Resources by email for assistance.
Get Involved on Campus
GetInvolvedUC is like having an involvement fair every day. It's an online community for UC students to discover opportunities to get involved on campus, join and manage student organizations, and see campus events. You can even request to join organizations through GetInvolvedUC.
Edit your profile: Personalize your profile. Change your preferred name and pronouns, update your privacy and notification settings, and declare your interests.
Download CORQ: CORQ is a mobile app that allows you to discover amazing events and groups around campus from your favorite mobile device. You can filter events for free food and giveaways. Download CORQ in the App Store or Google Play
Event Passes: Many campus events require checking in with your personal event pass. Open CORQ, sign in and go to your profile. Select 'Event Pass’ from the menu. Save it to your phone’s wallet to check in to events quickly.