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Ancient Maya blessed their ballcourts

April 26, 2024

Using environmental DNA analysis, researchers identified a collection of plants used in ceremonial rituals in the ancient Maya city of Yaxnohcah. The plants, known for their religious associations and medicinal properties, were discovered beneath a plaza floor upon which a ballcourt was built, suggesting the building might have been blessed or consecrated during construction.

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CCM shares 2024 alumni and distinguished service awards

April 26, 2024

UC's College-Conservatory of Music is proud to present alumni and distinguished service awards to outstanding members of our community at the end of each academic year. The 2024 awards are presented to four accomplished alumni and one dedicated patron in a private virtual event on April 23.

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Engineering student studying flight physics of birds

April 24, 2024

After earning a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering in Nepal, Sameer Pokhrel came to the United States to further his education. From an early age, he had a lifelong fascination with aviation. As an adult, he transformed this fascination into a career, pursuing a doctoral degree in aerospace engineering at the University of Cincinnati's historic program. Here, he has succeeded in research, instruction, and was recently named Graduate Student Engineer of the Month by the College of Engineering and Applied Science.

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UC Exercise Science Expo highlights community connections and industry expertise

April 24, 2024

On March 28, 2024, the University of Cincinnati’s Exercise Science (EXSC) program, part of the School of Human Services, hosted the university’s inaugural Exercise Science Expo in the Tangeman University Center. The event, which was open to UC EXSC students, brought together industry representatives, community partners and recent alumni for a full day of networking, special speakers, internship and job opportunities, and more.

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Engineering students present at third annual Expo

April 24, 2024

This spring, senior students at the University of Cincinnati's College of Engineering and Applied Science came together to present their final capstone projects at the third annual CEAS Expo. College faculty, staff, alumni and industry professionals attended the event to witness the innovation that is created at CEAS.

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Students get a ‘Jumpstart’ on their careers in Dallas

April 23, 2024

Students from Carl H. Lindner College of Business’ Jumpstart program — a pipeline between UC Blue Ash and the business college that provides students with additional support toward transitioning into a bachelor’s degree program — experienced a whirlwind visit to Dallas during spring break 2024.

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UC, Nexigen agree to collaborate on AI security

April 23, 2024

An agreement between the University of Cincinnati and information technology and cybersecurity firm Nexigen will lead to collaboration on artificial intelligence, which includes a goal of making the technology more secure. Nexigen, one of the Cincinnati region's largest IT service and cybersecurity firms, builds technology solutions for companies in the United States. While not a legally binding contract, the agreement between the Kentucky-based company and UC will lead to cooperation on securing grants, give UC students real-world experience and provide Nexigen with expertise from UC faculty and students.

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Rock of Truth installed on Sigma Sigma Commons

April 22, 2024

The University of Cincinnati’s Sigma Sigma Commons is home to a new sculpture by Jon Isherwood. Commissioned by UC alumni of Sigma Sigma, an honorary fraternity, the Rock of Truth was unveiled during Alumni Week on Friday, April 12.