Author: Emily Burch

Arts

Book Review: “Ishmael”-Must Have Earnest Desire to Save the World

If there is anything to be taken away from the novel “Ishmael,” by Daniel Quinn, it is this: the Earth is dying due to our own hand, and we are the only ones who can stop it. The novel, a short 262-page moderate read, presents a fictitious scenario in which […]

Arts

String Fever Plays College Picnic

String Fever, a band made up of UCBA faculty, entertained at the College Family Picnic on Sept. 5. Members (left to right) are professors Ruth Benander, Margaret Cheatham, Julie Mitchell, Rhonda Pettit, and Mike Roos.

Features

Study Abroad in Costa Rica Provides Thrill of a Lifetime

My experience doing the Costa Rica Study Abroad provided by UCBA was phenomenal. I enjoyed every minute of it, literally. It was definitely one of those things that you get the chance to do once in a lifetime. Being awarded the full scholarship was such an aid that I will […]

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Record Numbers Use UCBA/Clifton Shuttles

In four days 1500 students used the free shuttle program setting a record high since the program has been in effect, according to UCBA Director of Special Projects Tom Cruse. There are currently two buses with possible plans for a third one, Cruse said. One bus seats 20 students, while […]

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National Arts & Humanities Month Events

In October, UCBA will celebrate National Arts and Humanities Month with art, music, photography, poetry, film, book signings, and scholarly presentations by UCBA faculty. All events are free and open to the public. Calendar of Events Oct. 1-31 Art Exhibit: Food for Thought, Professor John Wolfer, MFA, curator, Muntz Hallway, […]

Arts

Video Games: Ninja Storm 3-Practice Your Chops

#8220;Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm 3″ might seem like an odd game when you’re not a fan of the Anime/Manga series, but I assure you this game is one of the best you’ll ever play. The game is in the format of a 3D fighter game. Each player has one main […]

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Two Offices Move

The UCBA Career Center has moved to Flory Center, Room 120. The Center can help with resume and cover letter writing, interviewing and networking skills, and searching for jobs. Schedule an appointment by calling (513) 745-5671 or emailing careercenter@ucblueash.edu. The Advising Center will move to M125 across from the UCBA Bookstore.

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2014 Study Abroad Offerings to Visit Britain, France, and Quebec

In the summer of 2014, UC Blue Ash College is offering two different study abroad programs for students to pick from.  One will be a four-week program in Britain open to everyone, and the other will be a French language and culture program in Quebec, open only to students with […]

Arts

Music: Why Listen to Musicians Who Are Only In It for Money?

The feeling that I get when I start driving and realize that I forgot my auxiliary or iPod cord is indescribable. You mean I have to listen to the radio? It’s a sad realization, because when radio stations aren’t playing commercials, they’re playing songs that deserve to be put into […]

Sports

Fantasy Football Booming

It happens every year in the middle of August. A large part of the male population, and some females even, become consumed by a little thing called Fantasy Football. Each league meets before the NFL season kicks off and holds a mock draft, where participants select the players they hope […]