The Graduate College at the University of Cincinnati

05/30/2026

What’s on your summer reading list... beyond the required reading?

05/28/2026

Strengthen your writing skills this summer with two online Graduate Writing Workshops hosted by the Academic Writing Center and the Graduate College.

📅 Thurs. June 18, noon–1:30 p.m.
✍️ Writing the Successful Dissertation or Thesis
Explore practical strategies for managing dissertation or thesis writing, building mentorship support systems and developing a writing process that works for you. Register → getinvolved.uc.edu/event/12478238

📅 Thursday, July 16 | Noon–1:30 p.m.
✍️ Learning to Process, Receive and Apply Feedback on Your Writing
Learn strategies for responding to feedback, constructively disagreeing when appropriate and incorporating feedback into your writing. Register → getinvolved.uc.edu/event/12478241

Open to graduate students in all disciplines. Free to attend.

05/27/2026

Low key NGL this trend is already old news, which makes it very millennial of us to post it now 💀

05/26/2026

Planning to graduate this semester? Don't forget to submit your application by Tues. June 2! Email [email protected] with any questions.

05/26/2026

University of Cincinnati geography doctoral student Hannah Dahlke analyzed 15 years of restaurant data in Cincinnati neighborhoods to understand how major events like the Great Recession and COVID-19 affected independently owned restaurants. Her research found that both economic crises and neighborhood conditions significantly influence whether local restaurants survive over time.

What helps a restaurant survive — and what leads to closure? 🍽️📊

UC geography doctoral student Hannah Dahlke studied 15 years of restaurant data across Cincinnati neighborhoods to examine how events like the Great Recession and COVID-19 impacted independently owned eateries throughout the city. Her research highlights the challenges restaurants face and the role neighborhood factors can play in long-term survival.

Read more 🔗 uc.edu/news/articles/2026/05/uc-cincinnati-restaurant-closures-study.html

05/25/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Memorial Day! The Graduate College salutes all men and women who have given their lives while serving our country today and every day.

05/22/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

Reminder: There are no classes on Monday, so enjoy the long weekend, relax and take advantage of everything happening around Cincinnati!

05/21/2026

🗞️ Read all about it! University of Cincinnati graduate programs are earning national recognition across high-demand fields

The latest U.S. News and World Report rankings highlight strong momentum in programs including:

#4 Criminology UC College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services
#9 Nurse Anesthesia University of Cincinnati College of Nursing
Clinical Psychology rising nearly 40 spots College of Arts & Sciences, University of Cincinnati
Top 100 MBA UC Lindner College of Business

From groundbreaking research and clinical training to community partnerships and workforce preparation, Bearcats are making an impact across Cincinnati and beyond!

Read more from UC News → uc.edu/news/articles/2026/05/uc-graduate-programs-rise-in-national-rankings.html

05/19/2026

✍️ Summer Graduate Student Writing Accountability Group sessions are here!

Join fellow graduate students for dedicated writing time, accountability, FREE LUNCH and community support while working on seminar papers, theses, dissertations, conference proposals, creative writing and more.

Summer 2026 sessions:
📅 Tuesdays: June 16, June 23 and July 21
⏰ 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
📍 Clifton Court Hall 4290
🖱️ Register on GetInvolved

Participants are welcome to stay for the full session or drop in as their schedule allows. Free UC shuttle service is available between West and Medical campuses with a valid UC ID. Limited reciprocity parking may also be available for UC permit holders when space permits.

Presented in partnership with the Taft Research Center, University of Cincinnati, the Academic Writing Center and the Graduate College.

05/15/2026

💚 May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental wellness is about the small, everyday habits that help you feel balanced, supported and healthy.

Try:
▪️ Moving your body
▪️Spending time outside
▪️Practicing mindfulness or meditation
▪️Connecting with friends and family
▪️Getting enough sleep
▪️Taking breaks when needed
▪️Reaching out for support

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious or struggling to cope, don't wait to reach out. UC offers many ways to recharge and relieve stress. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides free, unlimited therapy—both individual and group—as well as embedded counselors in every college. Schedule online or call 513-556-0648.

And learn more about resources available to you → bit.ly/UCGradCollegeMentalHealth