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5 things to do in Cincinnati, Ohio

The Georgetown Alumni Club of Cincinnati “knows how to mix our connection with the Hilltop with the City of Seven Hills.” During last year’s Hoyas Give Baxa event, they volunteered with Matthew 25: Ministries to help sort donated goods for global disaster victims.

Planning a trip to Cincy? Here are a few activities they recommend:

  • Roebling bridge, Cincinnati - dawn

    Riverwalk and John A. Roebling Suspension Bridge

    You can cross over this National Historic Landmark on foot and explore nearby Covington, Kentucky.

  • Front facing view of the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

    National Underground Railroad Freedom Center

    Tour this inspirational museum on the banks of the Ohio River, once a critical boundary.

  • chili

    Chili tasting

    This savory-sweet chili is perfect for any occasion, but none better than a ball game!

  • Mural in Washington Park Cincinnati called the

    City murals

    Catch a few of the more than 300 permanent outdoor murals on the city streets.

  • fiona the hippo

    Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

    Plan a day for exploring Cincy’s world-famous zoo, especially Fiona the Hippo.

GUSIF participants come from all different backgrounds, many with little to no prior experience in business or finance. They meet weekly to learn and review financial concepts, accounting basics, and more.
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Student investors set a high standard

Founded in 1996 by Bryan Giraudo (C’97) and Seong Kim (B’97), the Georgetown University Student Investment Fund (GUSIF) is much more than a club. Students run an active portfolio with $1.8 million in assets from the Georgetown University endowment and Georgetown University Alumni Association (GUAA), often outperforming Standard & Poor’s index.

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Fr. Phil Burrows, S.J., Georgetown’s inaugural VP of Mission & Ministry, with David Coffey (G’03) and Jarryd Delaney (SCS’24) at Club of Seattle event
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Lecture series unites Hoyas around the world

In 2020, GUAA’s regional clubs began hosting distinguished guest speakers as part of the Manresa Lecture Series, named after the city in Spain where St. Ignatius of Loyola experienced a profound transformation and developed his Spiritual Exercises.

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A forum where Hoyas thrive

On March 19–21, Georgetown University Women’s Forum, spon- sored by the GUAA, celebrated Georgetown alumni from all 11 schools. The annual event featured speakers, interactive workshops, networking opportunities, and more at the Royal Sonesta Capitol Hill, next to the Georgetown Capitol Campus.

Photos: Lissa Ryan Photography

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