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UC team unveils Wyandot Removal Trail across Ohio

October 24, 2025

Rebecca Wingo, an associate professor of history and director of the public history program in the University of Cincinnati’s College of Arts and Sciences, is featured in a WVXU story about new historical markers honoring the Wyandot people—the last Indigenous nation forcibly removed from Ohio.

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John Updike called his letters dull. They’re anything but.

October 23, 2025

James A. Schiff, founding editor of The John Updike Review and UC English professor, edited Selected Letters of John Updike, the first comprehensive collection of the author’s correspondence. Drawing from thousands of letters spanning Updike’s life, Schiff offers new insight into the writer’s personal and literary world. The volume was edited by The New York Times.

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UC team unveils Wyandot Removal Trail across Ohio

October 24, 2025

Rebecca Wingo, an associate professor of history and director of the public history program in the University of Cincinnati’s College of Arts and Sciences, is featured in a WVXU story about new historical markers honoring the Wyandot people—the last Indigenous nation forcibly removed from Ohio.

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John Updike called his letters dull. They’re anything but.

October 23, 2025

James A. Schiff, founding editor of The John Updike Review and UC English professor, edited Selected Letters of John Updike, the first comprehensive collection of the author’s correspondence. Drawing from thousands of letters spanning Updike’s life, Schiff offers new insight into the writer’s personal and literary world. The volume was edited by The New York Times.

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From political science to insurance underwriting

October 22, 2025

A career in insurance wasn’t in the cards for Max Roberts when he started his political science degree at UC, but that was where he landed. “I originally thought I’d pursue law or public policy,” said Roberts. “Political science gave me a strong foundation in critical analysis and communication, skills that turned out to be surprisingly relevant in the insurance world.”

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Beshear, DeWine talk bipartisanship in Cincinnati

October 22, 2025

The University of Cincinnati's Portman Center for Policy Solutions played host to Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear for a moderated talk about the benefits of bipartisanship.

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UC undergrads: Spice up your spring class schedule

October 15, 2025

For UC students, spring semester may seem pretty remote. After all, homecoming, finals and holiday break are still around the corner. But spring enrollment season is here, and if you want to get into some fun and interesting electives, the College of Arts and Sciences has a range of options, covering topics from artificial intelligence to the ancient world to the iconic classic Barbie doll. Early enrollment started Sept. 22, and appointments for continuing undergrads begin Oct. 20. Why not take a class that helps get you a few credit hours while having a memorable time learning? Here is a sampling of the unique courses offered through the College of Arts of Sciences. See one you like? Don't wait--these classes fill up fast!

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A new ‘Reading Rainbow’ brings nostalgia

October 15, 2025

University of Cincinnati media studies professor Nancy Jennings weighed in on the reboot of "Reading Rainbow," the beloved PBS children’s program that inspired generations to read, in a recent Washington Post article. The story was also published by Stars and Stripes and local media.

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UC hosts governors for bipartisan conversation

October 10, 2025

The University of Cincinnati welcomes Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear for a conversation on policy and leadership. The discussion, titled "Across the River and Across the Aisle," will be moderated by former U.S. Sen. Rob Portman and is being sponsored by the Portman Center for Policy Solutions.

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Museum helps UC Chemistry celebrate 150 years

October 10, 2025

UC's Oesper Collections in the History of Chemistry museum is helping to celebrate 150 years of UC chemistry. The chemistry museum features scientific artifacts, books, journals, photos and prints chronicling the development of chemical science over the centuries.

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Politics follow you on the road

October 6, 2025

Researchers at the University of Cincinnati found that drivers were far more likely to honk after being cut off by a vehicle bearing a political bumper sticker, particularly one for the opposing political party.

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Swiftie in school

October 6, 2025

UC’s Taylor Swift class gained attention on Oct. 2, when Local 12 reporter Chelsea Sick visited campus to cover the course the day before the release of Swift’s new album, The Life of a Showgirl.