Experience Changes Everything

Transcript

– [Alex] Welcome everyone to University of Cincinnati, top five in the nation for co-op and internships. An impressive ranking for sure. But one that makes a lot of sense, considering the fact that UC invented cooperative education more than 100 years ago. And while experience-based learning remains at the core of a UC education. Cincinnati’s innovative spirit and can-do attitude is reflected in everything, from its vibrant, big-league hometown to it’s one-of-a-kind, award-winning campus. I’m your host, Alex Boylan, and over the next half hour, we’re gonna take a closer look at the places, faces and features that make Cincinnati special. From a student who grew up just around the corner, to one who hails from another corner of the globe, to accomplished alumni who continue to make their mark. You’ll hear their personal stories and some of the many reasons that nearly 50,000 students choose UC. Welcome to Bearcat’s nation. This is “The College Tour”. Okay, let’s head over to UC’s internationally-renowned College Conservatory of Music, or CCM as it’s usually called. Did you know that CCM regularly takes on one of the top spots in Playbill Magazine’s list of top most represented colleges on Broadway? Well, Miles probably did. A double major in music and business, Miles found a unique opportunity at UC, and one that has allowed him to pursue and excel at, both of his passions. Just wait until you hear about the experiences he’s already gained as a student. It’s all yours, Miles. Take it away.

– Hey, thanks Alex. I remember during my senior year, I was accepted to 14 different universities around the nation. I wanted the whole college experience, meaning a university that encourages professional and creative growth, while allowing me to combine my passions of business and music. See, I’ve been a trumpet player for over a decade now, and I knew I didn’t wanna give that up when I went to college, ’cause I wanted a career that’d be fulfilling and creative. The University of Cincinnati provided me just that. See, UC invented cooperative education, and it’s still one of the best. Ranking top five in the nation, UC’s Co-Op Program started in the College of Engineering in 1906. And at the time it was considered experimental, but it was soon being copied by schools around the world. Now today, UC’s experiential learning opportunities are not limited to one college, or a handful of programs. It’s available to every single Cincinnati student. And students at co-op, work in organizations like Apple, NASA, Disney, and places as close as Downtown Cincinnati, to as far as Japan. And because students earn while they learn, they graduate with less debt. In addition to UC’s commitment to experiential learning, having the opportunity to learn and collaborate with internationally-renowned faculty and staff at the College-Conservatory of Music made choosing UC a no-brainer. Now one of my favorite things about my first year on campus, was the Career Fair. While many universities provide extracurricular opportunities to get involved on campus, UC’s organizations and clubs provide you with the core, industry-specific skills to make an impact in your community, but also just to meet cool people. Over the last two years, I’ve been able to take advantage of these opportunities, like host my own radio show, with UC’s very own student media outlet, Bearcats Media. Or coordinating monthly panels with the university Honors Program to integrate first-year students with university living. And it was through the involvement in these UC organizations that I gained the skills to be a competitive candidate for internships around the world. Locally, I intern in the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra as a marketing intern. Where I was able to interview Grammy Award winning conductors, artists and composers, and promote digital concerts. And nationally, I worked with JP Morgan Chase as an Advancing Black Pathways fellow. Where I learned the fast paced environment of a corporate business. Now, I’m working with the global distribution department with NBC Universal, as an international marketing and publicity intern, where I get to share and promote their award winning TV shows and blockbuster films. UC makes sure that the education you’re getting is not just skills for a job. It’s about finding your passions, getting real world experience, and preparing you for the skills to do more than what you thought was possible. Back to you, Alex.

– Miles, what an inspiring story. It’s almost unfair that someone is that talented on both sides of the brain, but seriously, we’re so glad you found Cincinnati where it’s possible to craft an academic plan as individual as you are. Thanks again Miles.