In this episode, Kate Bonansinga, Director of the School of Art, and Aaron Cowan, Director of the UC Art Collection, sit down to explore the history and future of the University of Cincinnati's Art Collection. Predating the university itself, the collection now holds more than 5,000 works. Bonansinga and Cowan discuss recent additions, including a 300-plus piece corporate gift of regional art, research linking art history and chemistry to restore campus murals, and plans for a permanent, public home on campus.
February 16, 2026
Five DAAP-connected students were named to the UC Alumni Association’s Senior 100 for 2026, recognizing outstanding seniors for leadership, campus involvement and dedication to the UC community.
January 14, 2026
From gallery exhibitions to flower-studded and figure filled paintings, University of Cincinnati alumnus Alexandra Franz is forging an artistic path shaped by cross-disciplinary curiosity, community connection and a deep commitment to creative growth.
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Photo taken by Henry Levesque, a PhD student in the Regional and Development Planning Program at DAAP, during a visit to the UC Art Collection. Jackets are given individually to students who work on preserving creative works.
Photo | Henry Levesque
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September 16, 2026
UC communication design student Grace Nunn used co-ops at Live Well Collaborative, NELSON Worldwide and now Procter & Gamble to build human-centered design skills in accessibility, research and empathy.
September 9, 2026
The University of Cincinnati recorded its largest enrollment ever in fall 2026 with more than 54,400 students, driven by record first-year enrollment, growth at UC Blue Ash and rising College Credit Plus participation.
September 4, 2026
UC President Neville Pinto invites eligible students to apply for two of our university’s top awards — the PLME & PMGSE.