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WVXU: Women veterans of color feel out of step in higher ed
April 5, 2022
Finding your place in higher ed is more difficult for women of color veterans
School of Human Services
Welcome to the School of Human Services at the University of Cincinnati, where your journey to an exciting and impactful career begins. We offer a dynamic blend of undergraduate and graduate programs that will prepare you for a world of possibilities in behavior analysis, counseling, exercise science, health promotion and education, public health, school psychology, and sport administration.
Serving Communities and Transforming Lives
Our programs at the University of Cincinnati School of Human Services are deeply rooted in research-based practices, equipping students for high-demand careers in the humanities and social sciences. Through robust community partnerships, our students gain invaluable applied experiences, making meaningful contributions to society. Across our various programs, our students consistently outperform national averages on key examinations, reflecting the excellence of our educational offerings.
Together we can empower individuals and communities to achieve their fullest potential and create a brighter, heathier future for all.
The School of Human Services offers degrees in:
With a social sciences degree, you’ll work alongside future professionals in the dynamic world of human services. With immense pride, we offer a wide range of carefully crafted degree programs designed to empower you with the knowledge and expertise needed to have an impactful and successful career.
Through our Bachelor's, Minor, and Certificate Programs, we provide best practices based on research, along with real-world experience to prepare you for a career serving others and improving your community.
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Explore a world of possibilities with our Doctorate, Master's, and Graduate Certificate Programs. These pathways offer numerous opportunities to elevate your career while making a positive impact on your community – including an online human services degree. Rooted in research, each program is a catalyst for shaping you into a true difference maker.
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Real World Connections
We are unified in making real world connections in our research, field experiences, and partnerships. See highlights of our real world experiences that will prepare you to be leaders in your chosen career upon graduation.
Faculty & Staff
Our faculty are leaders in contributing to best practices knowledge in our disciplines. All doctoral students are involved in research, with additional opportunities for graduate and undergraduate students. See faculty profiles to learn about their research interests and current projects.
News & Features
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UC’s executive director of identity and inclusion makes a space for multi-racial students
February 14, 2022
Brandi Elliott, the Executive Director of Identity and Inclusion, creates a safe space for all students on campus.
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WVXU: UC gets federal grant to help fight the opioid crisis
September 18, 2019
Shauna Acquavita of the School of Social Work, Michael Brubaker of the Counseling Program in the School of Human Services and Angela Clark of the College of Nursing appeared on Cincinnati Edition on WVXU on September 18, 2019 to discuss a federal grant UC received to help improve training for students on treating people with substance use disorder.
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Daily Mail: Is it now time to get annoyed with co-workers vaping in the office?
August 21, 2023
More research needs to be done to determine whether secondhand vaping is causing the same issues as secondhand cigarette smoke, but researchers such as UC's Ashley Merianos discourage vaping in the office. Merianos, a tobacco use researcher, was cited in an extensive article by The Daily Mail which covered the topic of vape use in the office.
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David Kelley: The driving force behind UC's Sport Administration program
August 8, 2023
Having dedicated and innovative faculty is the key toward upholding any academic program. David Kelley, PhD, is passionate about helping students bridge the gap between theory and practice and provides hands-on opportunities for his students, inspiring them to explore their passions and pursue their goals.
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Study: Thirdhand smoke may harm children
January 8, 2024
UC tobacco researcher Ashley Merianos is looking more closely at thirdhand smoke, which is the presence of toxic tobacco by-products that remain on surfaces such as furniture, décor, walls and floors.