The Bearcat Experience
Join the University of Cincinnati for our premier counselor program, University of Cincinnati Counselor Showcase.
During this invitation-only event, you will:
- Explore our dynamic campus in one of the nation's “Top College Towns” (WalletHub)
- Connect with our academic colleges through hands-on, experiential learning opportunities
- Hear directly from current Bearcats about the student experience at UC
- Enjoy a curated taste of downtown Cincinnati
- Gain insights into the application process, advising strategies, and key updates from Admissions and college partners
Without a doubt, you will leave University of Cincinnati Counselor Showcase with a wealth of knowledge — and some new professional connections — that will equip you to better assist your students. We look forward to hosting you!
March 2-4, 2026
Due to space limitations, registration is required.
As our guest, transportation to and from Cincinnati, daily transportation to and from campus, lodging at a nearby hotel (single rooms), and all meals during the event will be covered by the University of Cincinnati.
Lodging will be provided at Hotel Celare steps off the University of Cincinnati campus.
The Bearcat Experience Agenda
Monday, March 2, 2026
- Arrival & Check-In
- Pre-Welcome Coffee Chats
- Welcome Reception
- Dinner in Downtown Cincinnati with Student Panel
- Dessert Social at Hotel Celare
Tuesday, March 3, 2026
- Breakfast at our Medical Campus
- Hands-on Experiential Learning Session with Academic Colleges
- Lunch in campus dining facility
- Campus Tour
- Hands-on Experiential Learning Session with Academic Colleges
- Special Topic Conversations
- Cheer On the Men's Basketball Bearcats
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
- Breakfast Resource Fair with a variety of support offices
- Hands-on Experiential Learning Session with Academic Colleges
- Advising Best Practice Presentations
- Program Closure
- Depart Campus
2025 Bearcat Experience Attendees
- Agnes Knott | Lake Zurich Senior High School
- Whitney Horton | Lake Highland Preparatory School
- Torria Buckley | Pike High School
- DeVonne Sorel | YMCA Black & Latino Young Achiever
- Marie Lyon | Canterbury School
- Craig Smith | Grove City High School
- Melanie Watts | Westland High School
- John Kulmann | Fulfillment Fund
- Kila Joseph | Walnut Ridge High School
- Alexandra DiLacqua | Rock Canyon High School
- Tyler Tazwell | Middleton High School
- Dominique Gunn | I Know I Can (IKIC)
- Beth Ritt | Holy Name High School
- Catalina Donelly-Vazquez | Blue Valley North High School
- Rachel Baker | Whitehall-Yearling High School
- Carri McGahan | Warren Township High School
- Alexandria Harris | Perrysburg High School
- Dawn Lee-Britt | Columbus Alternative High School
- Jimena Esparza Zamora | Westland High School
- Jacquelyn Ellis | Lincoln Foundation
- Connie Kessler Siverton | Lawrence North High School
- McCall Pace | Cherry Creek High School
- Thomas Woodford | Hilliard Darby High School
- Blessing Famule | Franklin Heights High School
- Jennifer Holz | Saint Ignatius High School
If you have any questions about The Bearcat Experience, please don't hesitate to reach out to our email.