March 29, 2023

Dominique Tanner, a biomedical engineering doctoral candidate at the University of Cincinnati, finds motivation from her sister. Diagnosed with epilepsy at just a few months old, her sister has experienced seizures all her life. Tanner became determined to learn about the condition and dedicated herself to a career in helping her sister and others like her. She is the second black woman to receive a Ph.D. in biomedical engineering at UC and was named Graduate Student Engineer of the Month by the College of Engineering and Applied Science.

October 13, 2021

GE will partner with UC to launch Next Engineers, a program to boost diversity among young engineers by reaching out to Cincinnati-area students ages 13 to 18. GE will invest $5 million locally as part of a $100 million commitment to improve opportunities in engineering for underrepresented groups around the world.

January 24, 2022

University of Cincinnati students Maricela Manzanares and Nina Greene are getting an early start in the world of research, thanks to scholarships and mentorship at UC.

September 21, 2023

Rising 9th and 10th graders experienced a free, weeklong, immersive engineering camp at the University of Cincinnati as part of GE's Next Engineers program. Students completed hands-on engineering design challenges while being mentored by GE Aerospace volunteers, industry professionals and current College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) students.

June 10, 2024

As a first-generation student from Dubai, Jonathan Raj’s international background has been instrumental in shaping his expertise in intercultural communication and cross-disciplinary collaboration through the University of Cincinnati's NEXT Innovation Scholars program.

March 1, 2023

Women of Cincy spoke to Assistant Dean Whitney Gaskins in the University of Cincinnati's College of Engineering and Applied Science about her foundation, helping marginalized populations feel welcome at UC and the people in her life who made a difference.

May 15, 2024

GE Aerospace Foundation is investing further in its Next Engineers program, including the Cincinnati location facilitated by the University of Cincinnati, extending the program locally through 2028. Engineering Academy, a three-year engineering education program for high-schoolers, graduated its first cohort of students. Students who complete the program and go on to pursue an engineering degree in college will receive a scholarship.

November 4, 2022

UC College of Engineering and Applied Science Assistant Dean of Inclusive Excellence and Community Engagement Whitney Gaskins talks to Cincinnati Edition about UC's efforts to improve diversity in high-tech occupations.

June 15, 2021

Rachel Wiggins, aerospace engineering doctoral student at the University of Cincinnati, is testing a rotating detonation engine that is smaller and more efficient than existing combustion engine technology. Outside of her research work, Wiggins launched Women in Flight, a student organization that fosters a supportive environment for women in aerospace and aviation fields. She was named Graduate Student Engineer of the Month by the College of Engineering and Applied Science.

July 7, 2021

Vernisha Walker's passion for designing a better environment led her to return to University of Cincinnati to finish her degree in civil engineering, bringing with her experiences from almost a decade out of the field, 6 years in the health insurance industry, and becoming a first-time mother.