UCF Launches School of Technology, Leadership and Innovation to Help Organizations Turn Technology into Performance The new university-wide initiative connects faculty expertise in engineering, computing, business, and the human sciences with organizations seeking to better leverage technology for performance and growth.
Atomic Vision: UCF Researchers Create New AI Model for Molecular Analysis Professor Shruti Vyas’ new AI model could accelerate research by enabling researchers to see the shape of molecules, which could improve drug discovery and development.
UCF’s Champion for Criminal Justice Leaves Impact on Field College of Community Innovation and Education Interim Dean Ross Wolf will hang up his badge after 34 years with the Orange County Sheriff’s Office but remains committed to his role at UCF in supplying knowledgeable and capable graduates ready to serve.
UCF Electrical Engineering Professor Named National Academy of Inventors Fellow Reza Abdolvand’s natural curiosity led to a career in academia, 15 electrical engineering patents and recognition as a National Academy of Inventors Fellow.
UCF Alum Offers Innovative Solutions for Classroom Struggles Pairing her elementary education degree with the entrepreneurship skills she acquired at UCF, Kelly Shea ’23 is a business owner passionate about inspiring young inventors.
UCF Alum’s Influence on Rise of Florida’s Space Coast Peter Cranis ’84 ’88MA has helped re-ignite tourism along Florida’s Space Coast, a region that’s renewed, fresh, and for the communications alum, personal.
UCF Alumni Announces 2026 Class of 30 Under 30 Honorees The honor recognizes our outstanding highly skilled graduates who fuel innovation, service and economic impact in Florida and beyond.
UCF’s McClenty Hunter Jr. Performs on Grammy Award-Winning Album Hunter is the third UCF music faculty member to earn recognition from The Recording Academy.
Celebrating the Lunar New Year Two associate professors with expertise in Chinese society and culture share the history behind the holiday, lucky foods and more about the Year of the Horse.