Bearcat Buddies is a weekly commitment for the entire semester. Training and a background check are required to participate. Additional details about How to become a Bearcat Buddy can be found here. Contact BearcatBuddies@uc.edu with questions or concerns.
You must select EVERY weekly session in order to be properly registered. Even if you know you will be absent on a specific day you must register for all sessions. *Tip: Toggle the "Register to All Shifts" button to "Yes" upon registering.
Training: Training is required for all tutors annually. Tutors will receive 3 service hours for attending training once per academic year. If you did not complete training this Fall, you must complete the Virtual Orientation form and all the steps listed.
Background Check: All tutors are required to complete a local background each year. Background check forms can be found here, but will also be distributed to all tutors in person and via email. Please print out the form, complete it with the instructions below, and bring it with you to the training. Contact bearcatbuddies@uc.edu with questions or concerns.
Directions for Background Check Submission: 1) Cannot be filled out with a pencil, only pen. 2) Must be printed signed with a pen, then scanned/photographed and emailed. 3) Must have a full address including address, city, and zip code. 4) Must include a photo of passport copy with the form along with passport number if no social security number.
Contact bearcatbuddies@uc.edu with questions or concerns.
