Local media highlight UC's Bicentennial and Homecoming
Nov. 9 marked UC's 200th anniversary and Homecoming parade, game and events
Saturday, Nov. 9, marked 200 years to the day that the first classes were held at the University of Cincinnati. This past weekend, UC concluded a yearlong Bicentennial celebration, coinciding with Homecoming. Thousands joined in the festivities of the Bicentennial Bash, Homecoming Parade and football game and other events around campus — and local media were on hand to capture the excitement.
- Cincinnati Enquirer: University of Cincinnati Homecoming Parade 2019
- Local 12: UC to celebrate homecoming with bicentennial bash
- WCPO: Meet Lucille the baby bearcat, UC’s adorable live mascot
- CityBeat: Everything We Saw at University of Cincinnati’s Homecoming 200th Anniversary Parade
- Cincinnati Enquirer: University of Cincinnati alum and World Series champ Kevin Youkilis to lead homecoming parade
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