UCF Grad’s Mission to Build Pipeline of Young Innovators Guided by their two-time alum instructor and UCF researchers, three Oviedo High School students are ready to represent Central Florida at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).
UCF Students Sweep Scholarships at Creative South Conference UCF School of Visual Arts and Design students built connections and confidence needed to succeed in the industry at the premiere design conference.
One Stage, Thousands of Beginnings: How UCF Graduates Power Florida’s Workforce Graduation isn’t the finish line. It’s the moment thousands of Knights step into the industries and communities shaping our state’s future and beyond.
UCF’s Spring 2026 Commencement Set for May 8–9 Graduates will hear from distinguished speakers who’ve made significant contributions in space, higher education, healthcare, technology and business.
UCF Assistant Professor Named Among Nation’s Top Nurse Leaders Joy Parchment ’15PhD is one of only two nursing experts in Florida named to the 2026 class of fellows of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership, recognizing her impact through research and mentoring future leaders.
Lifelong Knight Fred Kittinger ’80 Retires, Leaving Legacy of Collaboration and Growth One of UCF’s biggest champions retires at the end of April after more than two decades of bridging partnerships for his alma mater.
First-Gen Alumnus Behind Transformational Gift Believes in Power of Philanthropy to Change Lives With a $50 million gift, entrepreneur Barry Miller ’95 is investing in the next generation of Knights — helping them build the skills and connections that have fueled his success.
UCF Receives $50 Million Gift to Establish the Barry S. Miller College of Business The largest gift in university history positions UCF to lead the future of technology-driven business education.
Honoring Family Legacies by Opening Doors for First-Generation Students Business alum Raymond Smithberger ’02MBA created the Katherine Crock Memorial Scholarship to remove financial barriers and help others define their own paths to success.
5 Unique Funds to Support on UCF Day of Giving On Thursday, April 9, UCF Day of Giving will support students, research and programs shaping the future — including these five unique areas across the university.