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December 12, 2025
Spectrum News journalist Javari Burnett spoke with UC Dean Alicia Ribar and UC nursing students Megan Romero and Nevaeh Haskins about proposed new federal student loan rules. Romero and Haskins, both seniors, were filmed in the College of Nursing’s Simulation Lab.
December 12, 2025
Cincinnati media organization provided news coverage of Decision Day activities at the University of Cincinnati on Dec. 10, 2025. Surprise announcements of the 2026 Marian Spencer Scholarship recipient occurred during the day.
December 11, 2025
The University of Cincinnati admits its newest Bearcats for Fall 2026. Interest in the university is at an all-time high with more than 35,000 applicants for admission. Decision Day was also a time to celebrate 10 new Marian Spencer Scholarship recipients.
December 12, 2025
Spectrum News journalist Javari Burnett spoke with UC Dean Alicia Ribar and UC nursing students Megan Romero and Nevaeh Haskins about proposed new federal student loan rules. Romero and Haskins, both seniors, were filmed in the College of Nursing’s Simulation Lab.
December 12, 2025
Cincinnati media organization provided news coverage of Decision Day activities at the University of Cincinnati on Dec. 10, 2025. Surprise announcements of the 2026 Marian Spencer Scholarship recipient occurred during the day.
December 11, 2025
The University of Cincinnati admits its newest Bearcats for Fall 2026. Interest in the university is at an all-time high with more than 35,000 applicants for admission. Decision Day was also a time to celebrate 10 new Marian Spencer Scholarship recipients.
December 10, 2025
The British Government announced the 43 American students who will receive Marshall Scholarships for 2026, including UC alumna Taylor Allgood. The new recipients will begin their graduate studies at leading universities in the United Kingdom next September.
December 10, 2025
Discover the inspiring journey of Nick “Da” Barber Baynes, a Cincinnati entrepreneur and father of three, who returned to the University of Cincinnati after 13 years to complete his bachelor’s degree. Learn how he balanced business, family, and online learning to achieve his dream and motivate others to finish what they start.
December 9, 2025
UC alumna Taylor Allgood has been selected as a 2026 Marshall Scholar. She is only the second Bearcat to win the honor and the first since the 1960s. Allgood credits her UC experience and particularly her work in the Bearcats Pantry.
December 8, 2025
UC will celebrate fall commencement with two ceremonies at Fifth Third Arena Dec. 12.
December 5, 2025
Reesë Tuttle earned five college degrees before graduating high school, but the University of Cincinnati's School of Information Technology provided her the opportunity to have a traditional college experience — even if just for the year it took her to complete her second bachelor's degree. She shares why she decided to pursue a bachelor of science in information technology (BSIT) at UC, as well as how her new startup, a security training platform, was developed with the ultimate goal of saving lives.
Student Experience
Learn how to write a standout cover letter for internships, co-ops and jobs. UC experts share tips, templates, examples and formatting best practices.
December 5, 2025
The University of Cincinnati is launching a clinical trial testing a student-designed, machine-learning powered platform to match patients with cancer to support groups specifically tailored to their needs and concerns.
December 4, 2025
Two University of Cincinnati co-op students engage children in hands-on “Superhero Activation” activities at the Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center, helping young visitors learn kindness, courage and how to be upstanders.
December 3, 2025
UC College-Conservatory of Music welcomes the holiday season with its annual Feast of Carols concerts on Dec. 6-7, 2025 in Corbett Auditorium. Tickets are on sale now through the CCM Box Office.
December 3, 2025
UC College-Conservatory of Music hosts the CCM Conducting Master Class on March 5-8, 2026. Open to emerging and established conductors, participants will have the opportunity to learn from CCM Director of Orchestral Studies Mark Gibson while working with the CCM Philharmonia.
Campus Recreation
Discover the best hidden gems on the University of Cincinnati campus — from rooftop gardens and cozy coffee shops to hammocking spots and the CRC lazy river.
December 2, 2025
CCM Musical Theatre student, Nick Gundrum, has been chosen as a semifinalist for the American Pops Orchestra NextGen Collegiate Vocal Competition. The NextGen Competition was founded by APO Music Director, Maestro Luke Frazier, and is dedicated to celebrating collegiate students who show promise in popular song, musical theatre and jazz. The Next Gen Competition evaluates students based on vocal technique, stage presence and interpretive skill.