TicketsJan. 18, 2012
The University of Cincinnati celebrates this week's Bearcat Friday Winner!
The University of Cincinnati Athletic Department developed a way for campus offices and businesses around the country to join in on the fun and show their Bearcat spirit!
This week's Bearcat Friday Winner is Luxottica Retail. The Bearcat mascot took a trip to Luxottica Retail in Mason on Friday, January 13th. The Bearcat surprised employees that were volunteering their time in the OneSight department as they helped recycle eyewear for those in need throughout the world. The Bearcat also took a tour of the in-house workout facility, Mason-ette cafeteria and Sunglass Hut store. There were several UC fans in the crowd and everyone was eager to have their picture taken with the Bearcat. The entire staff went out of their way to make the Bearcat feel more than welcome and even raffled off two tickets to an upcoming Men's basketball game.
"The Bearcat's visit to Luxottica Retail was great. He put a lot of smiles on faces as he visited with our associates who have volunteered to recycling eyewear for OneSight. It was cool to see the faces light up as he walked through the hallways. I wish every week ended with a Bearcat Friday. I had a blast!" said John Damron, Systems Administrator and lifelong Bearcat fan.
Luxottica is a leader in premium fashion, luxury and sports eyewear. Luxottica was the world's first eyewear manufacturer to enter the retail market. Some of Luxottica's house brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley and Vogue. Luxottica has several leading optical retailers including LensCrafters, Pearle Vision, Sears Optical and Target Optical, as well as several leading specialty sun retailers including Sunglass Hut and Ilori. For more information about Luxottica, please visit their website at www.luxottica.com
How Does Bearcat Friday Work?
Sponsored by the UC Department of Athletics, UC Office of Trademarks, and the UC Alumni Association, Bearcats fans can participate in the fun and show support by signing up and wearing red and black on Fridays throughout the academic year. In addition to competing against other participating groups to show off your Bearcat spirit with pride, registering will make you eligible to win prizes for your group and maybe even get a visit from the Bearcat himself.
Register your business/group by clicking here. Random businesses will be selected to participate in Bearcats Friday and will be contacted if chosen.
Your business/group will receive a sign to display showing your support to our students, faculty, staff, and alumni, and that you are a proud member of Bearcats Nation!
For more information on how you can be a part of Bearcat Fridays, please contact Carla Lopez in the UC Marketing/Fan Development Office at 513-556-1081.