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Knights Do That Podcast: Advice for Young Actors

Hollywood actor Adrian R’Mante ’96 discusses his journey from UCF to landing his hit role as Esteban Julio Ricardo Montoya de la Rosa Ramírez on The Suite Life of Zack and Cody.

5 UCF Scholars to be Inducted into Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida

The organization’s members are top scholars and researchers from universities, public agencies, and industries statewide who are committed to addressing key issues and challenges impacting Florida.

Elite Students Coming to UCF for North America Collegiate Programming Contest

UCF will host and compete against 49 other top student programming teams — including Stanford, MIT, Harvard, Caltech, UCBerkeley and Georgia Tech.

Announcing UCF’s New Senior Vice President for Student Success

Paul Dosal plans to start in this new position on July 1 to create the culture, opportunities and support for our students to unleash their potential.

UCF Softball Advances to Super Regionals

The Knights topped No. 24 Michigan 9-4 in the Orlando Regional final to advance to their first Super Regional in program history.

UCF Med School’s Historic Milestone — 10th Graduating Class

UCF’s medical school has now graduated 956 doctors and has gained a national reputation for its excellence, innovation and pioneering spirit as it helps build an emerging Medical City at Lake Nona.

From the Lab to Real Life

Three UCF undergraduates are recipients of the esteemed Goldwater Scholarship, validating that their research work could bring groundbreaking results.

2022 UCF Medical Grad Putting Service at Forefront in Medicine

As part of the UCF College of Medicine’s 10th graduating class, Michael Chiang ’20MS is the first Knight to earn a dual degree in medicine and hospitality.

Aerodynamics of Perching Birds Could Inform Aircraft Design

A team of UCF researchers have investigated the mystery behind different bird perching maneuvers to better understand the aerodynamic forces of landing an aircraft.

UCF’s Planetary Science Rock Stars Guests at MegaCon 2022

UCF faculty participate in pop culture convention to help people understand space science and why it matters in an entertaining way.

Limbitless Solutions Recognized as One of Florida’s Best Manufacturing Companies

The UCF-based company is being honored with a Florida Sterling Manufacturing Business Excellence Award for its model operations.

Goodwill Industries of Central Florida to Offer Free Tuition for Employees, Selects UCF as Participating Partner

All full and part-time Goodwill employees with at least 90 days of continuous employment are eligible to participate in the program, which covers 100% of their tuition, books and other fees in advance.

UCF Developing Scam Screener for the Elderly

A research team is creating tools to help doctors screen older adults who may be at a higher risk for getting scammed.

Recipe Swap with Bite Knights: Spring Rolls

Led by Knights, the cooking show’s episode features traditional dishes to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.

Dean Named for the College of Community Innovation and Education

Grant Hayes, interim provost and senior vice chancellor for Academic Affairs at East Carolina University, starts at UCF Aug. 1.

UCF Nursing Student, Leukemia Survivor Inspired by Nurse Alumna who Treated Him

Max Jones beat the odds and is now pursuing a career path in pediatric oncology thanks to the mentorship of his nurses, including a very special alumna, Delaney Postma ’15.

From the CFO: We Are Going Live with Knight Vision — What’s Next?

Knight Vision will help our systems, policies, practices and procedures catch up to our level of excellence in academics, public service, and research.

UCF Opens New Huntington’s Disease Multispecialty Clinic

Located in Research Park, the new clinic offers multidisciplinary care from the College of Medicine, School of Social Work, and College of Health Professions and Sciences.

UCF Class Spotlight: Asian Humanities

This course covers regions and countries beyond India, Japan, Korea and China and highlights the impact of local cultures on global issues.

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Efforts to Reach At-risk Youth in Orange, Orlando Gain Momentum

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Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month: Meet UCF Professor Stella Sung

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UCF Faculty Member Provides Group Trauma Therapy to Ukrainian Counselors Over Zoom

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UCF Scientist Probes Flesh-eating Bacteria for Clues to Next Pandemic

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Pathways 2022: The Carlos Malamud Prize Exhibition 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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