UC adds new industrial and systems engineering degrees
July 20, 2023
The College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) at the University of Cincinnati introduced both undergraduate and graduate degrees in industrial and systems engineering (ISE). The versatile degrees, housed in the Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, will equip students with skills and experiences that will prepare them to design, analyze and optimize complex systems and processes within various industries using a blend of skills from engineering, data science, computer science and business. Students can choose to focus their degree on the growing fields of data analytics, healthcare systems and Industry 4.0/5.0.
UC Makerspace empowers Greater Cincinnati's K-12 STEAM educators
July 19, 2023
Evan Lewis, manager of creative resources at the Cincinnati Museum Center (CMC), was already a hands-on educator when he embarked on a two-week professional development opportunity this summer in the University of Cincinnati Ground Floor Makerspace. The experience took his making skills to the next level.
The Columbus Dispatch: Allison Russo is a rising political star
July 19, 2023
David Niven gave commentary to The Columbus Dispatch with regard to Ohio House Minority Leader Allison Russo (D). The editorial lauds Russo as a stellar politician who would have a better chance in rising through the political ranks in any other state, due to the Republican stronghold in Ohio politics.
UC hosts exercise to prepare Ohio for potential cyberattacks
July 18, 2023
The Ohio Cyber Range Institute (OCRI) at the University of Cincinnati hosted a cybersecurity exercise that is preparing the state to respond to attacks and gaining attention from governments that want to emulate the approach, Cincinnati media reported.
How to track animal of legend? Look to the poop
July 18, 2023
A team of researchers led by the University of Cincinnati applied isotopic analysis to jaguar scat to investigate the habitat needs of the big cats in the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Preserve of Belize in Central America. The study demonstrates a novel and noninvasive technique for identifying the landscape use and conservation needs of elusive wildlife.
UC grad harnesses education to support women entrepreneurs
July 17, 2023
Most small business owners struggle to navigate the long and winding road to success, especially entrepreneurs from underrepresented communities. Yet, while an increasing number of banks and nonprofits are creating small business assistance programs, they need help identifying the professionals who could use their support.
WVXU: How university co-op programs help reduce student debt
July 17, 2023
After the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a plan to cancel student debt, many borrowers will have to start paying back their loans later this year. UC started its co-op program more than 100 years ago and continues to create more experienced-based learning opportunities for its students, even helping some students graduate debt free.
WVXU: UC/Children’s pilot new WIC enrollment method to reach the eligible
July 17, 2023
Researchers from the University of Cincinnati and Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center have received federal funding to develop user-friendly enrollment tools for Greater Cincinnati residents eligible for WIC, the federal assistance program called the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children.
UC prepares to host statewide cybersecurity exercise
July 14, 2023
Experience gained at the largest Department of Defense (DOD) unclassified cyber defense exercise is helping the Ohio Cyber Range Institute (OCRI) at the University of Cincinnati develop the nation's premier civilian cybersecurity operation in Ohio.