Student Organizations

UC Influence

Not a class. Not a club. A real agency.

UC Influence is a student-run public relations firm at the University of Cincinnati that delivers ethical, strategic communication services to campus and community clients. Operating as a professional sales and service center, UC Influence goes beyond the traditional club or classroom model by providing students with paid, agency-style roles and real responsibility while they are still in school.

Students at UC Influence work in structured teams with defined roles, professional expectations, and direct client engagement. Through mentorship, collaboration, and accountability, students gain hands-on experience in strategic communication, project management, and client service—developing both practical skills and professional judgment.

Grounded in experiential learning and community-engaged practice, UC Influence is committed to ethical communication, meaningful partnerships, and high-quality work. The organization prepares students to enter the profession with strong portfolios, leadership experience, and a clear understanding of the responsibilities that come with influencing audiences and communities.

Communication that moves people.

Interested in joining UC Influence, partnering with our students, or learning more about how we can help your organization? Contact faculty advisor Dr. Autumn Miller at mille3a6@ucmail.uc.edu.

You can also find us on Instagram @ucinfluence.

University of Cincinnati's PRSSA

The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) was founded by its parent organization, the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA), in 1968. Today, PRSSA has more than 9,600 members in 284 universities across the country. The purpose of PRSSA is to cultivate a favorable and mutually advantageous relationship between students and professional Public Relations practitioners.

The University of Cincinnati Chapter gained their charter in 2005 and has since grown to more than 100 local members and nearly 50 National members. The Chapter also has a growing relationship with the local Cincinnati PRSA Chapter. Our mission:

To serve our members by enhancing their knowledge of public relations and providing access to professional development opportunities
To serve the public relations profession by helping to develop highly qualified, well-prepared professionals

If you would like to be added to our listserv for updates on meetings and events, please email ucprssa@gmail.com

Lambda Pi Eta

Lambda Pi Eta is the honor society of the National Communication Association.

The University of Cincinnati’s chapter of Lambda Pi Eta, Omega Sigma, exists to honor outstanding students within the Communication program, network students academically and professionally with each other and communication alumni, and encourage community engagement.

The Six Goals of Lambda Pi Eta are:

Recognize, foster, and reward outstanding scholastic achievement in Communication Studies
Stimulate interest in the field of Communication
Promote and encourage professional development among Communication majors
Provide an opportunity to discuss and exchange ideas in the field of Communication
Establish and maintain closer relationships between faculty and students
Explore options for graduate education in Communication Studies

To qualify for membership, communication majors must be juniors or seniors with a 3.0+ university GPA, and finished 12+ credit hours within the Communication program with a 3.25+ GPA. Each fall, all qualified nominees will be contacted with more details.

DMC Student Groups

The University of Cincinnati has numerous student groups dedicated to media. Find one that interests you. Or if you don't see what you are looking for, we invite you to create your own!

Cinematic Arts Collaborative

https://www.facebook.com/CinematicArtsCollaborative

Center for Film and Media Studies & UC Game Lab

https://www.facebook.com/ucfilm

UC Chapter of the Association of Black Journalists

https://www.facebook.com/UCABJ16/

Black Arts Collaborative

https://www.facebook.com/pg/blackartscollab.uc/about/

ONA Online News Association

https://www.facebook.com/ONAatUC/

The News Record

https://www.facebook.com/TheNewsRecord/