There's always something interesting and noteworthy going on at UC's College of Education, Criminal Justice, Human Services, and Information Technology, from innovative instruction to compelling research to exciting events and presentations.
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May 28, 2025
UC criminologist Francis Cullen co-led a study on American opinions about mass incarceration. The study concludes that Americans don’t want their tax dollars spent on more prisons and feel there should be alternate means to punish nonviolent offenders.
May 23, 2025
When a ransomware attack on Kettering Health made national headlines, local outlets turned to University of Cincinnati’s cyber experts for context and scope regarding the developing story. Richard Harknett, PhD, and Jacques Bou Abdo, Phd, explained to the media what drives ransomware attacks, why health institutions are a common target and what to look out for as a customer.
May 22, 2025
Students in UC’s Transition and Access Pathways program (TAP) are learning the power of giving back through a hands-on partnership with Magnified Giving. By researching local nonprofits and awarding grant money, TAP students are gaining leadership skills while making a real impact in their community. This inspiring collaboration proves that everyone has the power to give—and to lead. Read more about how these students are changing lives, including their own.
May 14, 2025
A new study, co-led by criminal justice researcher Michael Benson, is the topic of discussion on a WVXU segment. The study found that there are unique challenges for white collar criminals who reenter into society after incarceration. Benson is a professor emeritus and senior research associate in the UC School of Criminal Justice.
May 5, 2025
When Emma Kalinowski first arrived at UC, she went through a handful of major changes before her burgeoning love of fitness led her to the School of Human Service's Exercise Science program. Now a senior about to graduate and inspired by a recent internship experience, she's readying to start a master's program in the fall. The CECH student spoke with us about her time at UC and her plans for a career in pediatric exercise physiology.
April 30, 2025
University of Cincinnati School of Information Technology students excel in real-world work experiences. Students Emma Brantley, Anna Pham and Deon Sequeira were honored this spring.
April 25, 2025
The University of Cincinnati will celebrate another record spring commencement as undergraduate ceremonies return to Nippert Stadium.
Dave Kelley of the School of Human Services is a renowned Sport Administration professor and coordinator of the Online Master’s Degree Program. Kelley talks about the role sports played in his early days; how he arrived at the idea for the Internship Playbook (and one essential tip for any intern); the origin story of the Cincinnati Public Schools All-Star Showcase and more.
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