Good morning, Clermont County. Education innovation is taking center stage at UC Clermont, which has been selected as one of just seven institutions pioneering North America's first Autism-Inclusive Campus Designation. This groundbreaking initiative isn't merely about accommodation—it's reimagining education entirely, with plans to launch the first neuroinclusive online degree programs from a public university next fall, creating a model that could transform higher education nationwide.
In business circles, a major shift is underway as Hillenbrand, one of Cincinnati's largest public companies, transitions to private ownership in a massive $3.8 billion acquisition by Dallas-based Lone Star Funds. Meanwhile, local comedy troupe Holy Cannoli is bringing laughter with purpose to Hoffner Pub through their 24-hour comedy marathon on October 17-18. The around-the-clock entertainment extravaganza features nearly two dozen acts while supporting the Esperanza Latino Center—proving that in Clermont County, even staying up all night can serve a greater good.
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🧩 UC Clermont pioneers autism-inclusive education on a national scale. The Ohio college has been selected as one of seven pilot institutions for North America's first Autism-Inclusive Campus Designation. Led by Professor Patty Goedl and colleagues, the initiative goes beyond accommodation to create welcoming environments for neurodivergent students. UC Clermont plans to launch the first neuroinclusive online degree programs from a public university next fall, featuring courses designed with multiple content formats, flexible breaks, and digestible information chunks. The team believes these evidence-based approaches will benefit all students while establishing a model other institutions can follow.
💼 Dallas firm scoops up Cincinnati giant in $3.8 billion deal. Hillenbrand, one of Greater Cincinnati's largest public companies, is being acquired by private equity firm Lone Star Funds based in Dallas. The transaction, valued at $3.8 billion, will reduce the number of publicly traded companies in the Cincinnati region. CEO Kimberly Ryan currently leads Hillenbrand, which will transition from public to private ownership once the acquisition is finalized.
🎭 Cincinnati's 24-hour comedy marathon returns with a charitable twist. Local improv group Holy Cannoli is hosting "Fun Filled: The 24-Hour Comedy Revival" at Hoffner Pub from October 17-18. The event will showcase nearly two dozen local comedy and entertainment acts performing around the clock, with proceeds benefiting the Esperanza Latino Center. Holy Cannoli, winners of Cincinnati's Queen City Cup improv competition, was inspired to revive the 24-hour format after facing it as their final competition challenge last year. Tickets are pay-what-you-can with a suggested donation of $25.
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