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Bearcat entrepreneurs pitch for $25K at 1819

June 23, 2026

University of Cincinnati students and alumni competed for part of a $25,000 prize pool during the New Venture Championship, a startup pitch challenge at the 1819 Innovation Hub.

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How do you study the world’s smallest materials?

June 22, 2026

In a paper published in the journal Nature Materials, University of Cincinnati Assistant Professor Hanxun Jin highlighted advances in ultrasensitive technology to measure and manipulate some of the tiniest nanomaterials used in manufacturing, aerospace, medicine and more.

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1

Bearcat entrepreneurs pitch for $25K at 1819

June 23, 2026

University of Cincinnati students and alumni competed for part of a $25,000 prize pool during the New Venture Championship, a startup pitch challenge at the 1819 Innovation Hub.

2

How do you study the world’s smallest materials?

June 22, 2026

In a paper published in the journal Nature Materials, University of Cincinnati Assistant Professor Hanxun Jin highlighted advances in ultrasensitive technology to measure and manipulate some of the tiniest nanomaterials used in manufacturing, aerospace, medicine and more.

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Rivers expert says satellite technology can help protect drinking water

June 17, 2026

University of Cincinnati environmental engineering professor Dongmei Feng is using satellite remote sensing to study rivers around the world and protect drinking water supplies. As co-lead author of a paper in Nature Water and the recipient of two major federal grants, Feng is developing tools to monitor nutrient pollution and toxic algal blooms from space, with applications for cities like Cincinnati.

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Hollywood insiders name CCM grad Spencer Lackey as up-and-coming horror director

June 16, 2026

Since graduating from UC's College-Conservatory of Music, Spencer Lackey (BFA Acting, '17) has established himself as a buzz-worthy creator of short-form horror content. Lackey's TikTok, Instagram and YouTube channels have attracted millions of followers and his work has increasingly caught the attention of entertainment industry insiders. Now, his career may be entering an exciting new phase: The Hollywood Reporter recently named Lackey as a potential "next big thing in the horror space."

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UC hosts Apex Legends Esports championship

June 16, 2026

College gamers from across the U.S. and Canada headed to the University of Cincinnati’s Esports Innovation Lab to compete at Apex Legends’ highest level in the Queen City Championship.

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CCM students create installation for BLINK 2026

June 15, 2026

Students from UC College-Conservatory of Music are creating a dazzling display for BLINK, the nation's largest public light and art festival. Illuminated by ArtsWave, BLINK transforms 30+ city blocks from Cincinnati's Over-the-Rhine through Northern Kentucky on Oct. 8-11, 2026.

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UC grad and Honda employee helps race team win Indy 500

June 11, 2026

UC engineering graduate JP Suozzi helped driver Felix Rosenqvist win the Indianapolis 500 as a trackside engineer with Honda Racing. While on co-op with Meyer Shank Racing, Suozzi monitored Honda engine performance at the track, contributing to the closest finish in Indy 500 history.

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UC’s largest housing project takes shape

June 8, 2026

Block 1 and Block 2, a new residence hall complex topped out this spring as an impressive gateway to campus emerges along the south side of the University of Cincinnati.

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Why Ohio is built to lead the AI economy

June 3, 2026

Ohio’s skilled workforce, long industrial legacy, low cost of doing business and focus on future technologies position it to lead the U.S. in an automation-driven economy.