UCF Today
- Georgiopoulos Reappointed Dean of UCF’s College of Engineering and Computer ScienceGeorgiopoulos joined UCF in 1986 as an assistant professor and was first appointed dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science in 2013.
- Mighty Knights Program Helps Children with Complex Communication and Motor NeedsThe program, which launched in Spring 2022, provides inclusive playdates that feature art, music, movement and sensory exploration.
Arts
- UCF Legal Studies Documentaries Wins 4 EmmysTwo documentary projects chronicling senior lecturer Irene Pons ’00 and her students’ journey along the U.S.-Mexico border have earned major recognition.
- Top 20 UCF Today Stories of 2023From major accolades to campus updates, innovative research and expert insight on current events, here are the most-read stories of the year.
Business
- Ex-entrepreneurs Can Thrive in the Right Employee Roles, UCF Researcher Finds in New StudyAssistant Professor Jeff Gish co-authored a study which found that former entrepreneurs can successfully transition into employees, especially in roles that harness their entrepreneurial spirit.
- UCF Economist: Recession Keeps on ‘Slippin’, Slippin’, Slippin’ Into the Future’The U.S. economy is entering a period of slower growth that could last for two years, according to Sean Snaith.
Colleges
- Georgiopoulos Reappointed Dean of UCF’s College of Engineering and Computer ScienceGeorgiopoulos joined UCF in 1986 as an assistant professor and was first appointed dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science in 2013.
- Stories of Innovation, Discovery Highlight UCF Research Top 10 News List of 2023The annual top 10 research news list is based on UCF Today page views and coverage UCF research received by global, national, state and local media.
Community
- Mighty Knights Program Helps Children with Complex Communication and Motor NeedsThe program, which launched in Spring 2022, provides inclusive playdates that feature art, music, movement and sensory exploration.
- UCFPD Adds 3 New Officers to TeamMeet the newest officers set to join the patrol division on UCF’s main campus.
Health
- Game Mimics Reality to Improve Life for Older Adults with CancerA team led by UCF College of Nursing Endowed Professor Victoria Loerzel ’07PhD was awarded a $2.5M grant to test the innovative intervention that simulates symptoms and self-management.
- Top 20 UCF Today Stories of 2023From major accolades to campus updates, innovative research and expert insight on current events, here are the most-read stories of the year.
Opinion
- Proud to Be: UCF Alumna, Miss Universe Jamaica’s Caribbean Heritage is Her Driving ForceBeing Jamaican is a major part of Toshami Calvin ’19’s identity and something she says she will always claim proudly as she represents the island on a global front.
- My Roots Run Deep: UCF Alumna Pays Homage to Her Caribbean HeritageJune is National Caribbean Heritage Month which celebrates the rich history, culture and contributions of Caribbean American people in the U.S. UCF alumna Timanni Walker ’16 shares her admiration for her Jamaican heritage.
Research
- UCF Student Awarded $25,000 Google-CAHSI Dissertation Award for VR, AR ResearchComputer science doctoral student Esteban Segarra ’22MS is one of only five recipients of this year’s award, which will help support his work to leverage video games for real-world solutions.
- Stories of Innovation, Discovery Highlight UCF Research Top 10 News List of 2023The annual top 10 research news list is based on UCF Today page views and coverage UCF research received by global, national, state and local media.
Science & Tech
- UCF Student Awarded $25,000 Google-CAHSI Dissertation Award for VR, AR ResearchComputer science doctoral student Esteban Segarra ’22MS is one of only five recipients of this year’s award, which will help support his work to leverage video games for real-world solutions.
- Stories of Innovation, Discovery Highlight UCF Research Top 10 News List of 2023The annual top 10 research news list is based on UCF Today page views and coverage UCF research received by global, national, state and local media.
Sports
- Top 20 UCF Today Stories of 2023From major accolades to campus updates, innovative research and expert insight on current events, here are the most-read stories of the year.
- UCF Accepts Invitation to Face Georgia Tech in Gasparilla BowlKnights to play Yellow Jackets at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida on Dec. 22.
Student Life
- UCF Hosts Fall 2023 Commencement Dec. 15-16Thousands of highly skilled graduates will provide talent to in-demand fields including engineering, computer science, nursing, and digital and emerging media.
- Resources and Support for Students During Fall 2023 Finals WeekTo help you balance schoolwork with opportunities to refresh and recharge, here are many UCF resources available to support success and well-being.
Coronavirus Updates
- April 2022 CARES Act UpdatesApril 10, 2022 The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) 2022 1st Quarterly Report encompasses both HEERF II and HEERF III funding. The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 included additional COVID-19 relief through the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA) Act, also known as, HEERF II funding. The CRRSAA requires that institutions spend at least…
- COVID-19 Updates: The Next PhaseApril 14, 2022 On campus and throughout our community, the number of COVID-19 cases has dramatically declined from its peak in early January. It appears we may soon be in the endemic phase of COVID-19. This means that while COVID-19 will still circulate, the combination of natural infection, vaccination and effective treatments have made the…