On October 30, Barry Estabrook, the author of the book “Tomatoland,” spoke here at UCBA on the subject of industrial agriculture. The book and the lecture chronicle the deplorable working conditions of the tomato field workers in Florida. Unfortunately, most of what the workers endure is perfectly legal, since agriculture […]
Author: Dennis Halpin
Fashion: Hot Shoes for Cold Temps
This season, make sure you have on the hottest shoes for the oncoming cold weather. Here is a count down of all the latest shoe trends on fashion runways. 8. Wedge ankle boots: Designer brand Isabel Marant executes this trend perfectly. Wear these boots with mini-skirts or super skinny jeans […]
Book Review: Crazy Britches-An Unorthodox Path to Glory
UCBA English Professor Mike Roos’s new book, “One Small Town, One Crazy Coach,” is a very fun read. Even if you do not possess even the most basic knowledge of basketball, you will understand that this crazy, eclectic coach, Pete Gill, means business, and you will see how his small […]
French Club Celebrates National French Week
To celebrate National French Week, the UCBA French Club held an Eiffel Tower building contest using unconventional materials such as marshmallows, Styrofoam cups, Q-tips and popsicle sticks and facts about the Eiffel Tower (see photo above). About 20 students, faculty and staff participated in the activities and enjoyed a sampling […]
Dental Hygiene Students Get 2nd Place in State Competition
On November 2, students from all 12 Ohio dental hygiene programs presented table clinics in competition at the Ohio Dental Hygienists’ Association Annual Session. With over 70 participants, the UCBA Dental Hygiene program had eight clinics participate, with one of the UCBA clinics receiving a second place award for its […]
ARTrageous Saturdays Schedule Announced
UCBA last week announced the 2013-2014 season of ARTrageous Saturdays. The performing arts series for kids features a lineup of puppets, plays, marionettes, music, comedy, and more. The series began on November 16, with “In Step,” in which dancers from the Cincinnati Ballet provided a peek into the typical day […]
Rhythm ‘N’ Blue Ash Begins Next Week
UCBA’s Rhythm ‘N’ Blue Ash concert series returns to the campus for the 2013-14 season. This year’s program begins with The Chenille Sisters, who will perform here November 23. Cheryl Dawdy, Grace Morand, and Connie Huber blend harmonies that have been described as “heavenly” in a show filled with passion, […]
Student Life Office Seeking Orientation Leaders
Throughout the months of December and January, the UCBA Student Life Office will be holding information sessions for the student Orientation Leader (SOL) program. The sessions will take place on December 4 from 2-3 p.m.; January 15 from 5:30-6:30 p.m.; January 16 from 10-11 a.m.; and January 21 from 1-2 […]
Wells Gets Top Vet Tech Teaching Award
On October 30, Professor Jennifer Wells, Head of the UCBA Veterinary Technology Program, was named one of the top veterinary technology professors in the U.S. by VetTech.com. To be qualified for this award, a professor has to be experienced, highly credentialed, actively teaching, and serving in a leadership role […]
Alternative Thanksgiving November 13
On Thursday, November 13, the UCBA Multicultural Affairs Office will be hosting an Alternative Thanksgiving in Room 100 of Walters Hall from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The luncheon will emphasize the Native American and European viewpoint on American Thanksgiving celebrations. Lunch will feature Native American cuisine. Students, faculty and […]