Community News | University of Central Florida News

UCF News | Stories of Impact + Innovation | Orlando, FL

Monday, September 16, 2024 79ºF Cloudy

Martin Andersen-Gracia Andersen Foundation Gift to Support Study Cafe in New UCF Nursing Building

The Martin Andersen-Gracia Andersen Foundation Study Cafe will support a space to foster student success and self-care for UCF nursing students in the Dr. Phillips Nursing Pavilion, which is scheduled to open in Fall 2025.

Remembering 9/11

More than 20 years after the the 9/11 terrorist attacks, a UCF police officer and victims advocate recall what it was like to be part of the devastating aftermath.

UCF Ranks in Top 15 in Nation for Best Public Universities, Social Mobility by Washington Monthly

The rankings highlight the university’s efforts in supporting student success, advancing research and upholding a commitment to service.

UCF Rolls Out New Professional Track for Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice

Launched in Fall 2024, the professional track is intended to streamline students’ pathway from college to a career in law enforcement or correctional leadership.

UCF Program Helps Kids with Hearing Challenges Become Better Readers

An experienced audiologist, a specially trained speech language pathologist and a team of student clinicians are working to prevent kids who are deaf and hard of hearing from falling behind in language development.

Making a Will in 2024: Why It’s Important and What You Should Know Before Starting

Your last will and testament is one of the most important legal documents you’ll ever make. Here’s what UCF alumna Mary Merrell Bailey ’85 ’89 ’01 ’07 says are the most important factors to consider when creating one.

Celebrating 5 Years of UCF Downtown: Transforming Lives and Our Community Through Education

UCF’s youngest campus continues to make a positive impact in The City Beautiful.

University Unites Clinical Services Under UCF Health Brand

The rebranding comes as the latest step in the development of UCF’s Academic Health Sciences Center, which unites all of the university’s clinical programs.

Pulling Back the Paper: Charles Clary Discusses Art, Pain and Transformation

Through his cut-paper art, Clary invites viewers to explore the delicate balance between life and impermanence in his Memento Morididdle exhibition.

Celebrating UCF’s 2024 Shining Knights Alumni Awardees: Homecoming Highlights

The 2024 Shining Knights Award celebration will take place during Homecoming Week on Thursday, Oct. 24, in the Pegasus Grand Ballroom at the UCF Student Union.

UCF in the News

Digital Access Key to Boosting Diabetes Self-Management Education Uptake for Older Adults

Healio: Endocrine Today

Researchers Develop Rapid Test to Detect Dopamine

Medical Xpress

Employers in America Want to Hire More Workers. Just Not Right Now

CNN

UCF Rosen College’s New Dean to Shake Up Hospitality Education

WFTV Channel 9

Events at UCF

Sep 16

Project FOCUS Weekly Personalized Sessions Summer/Fall 2024 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sep 16

Memento Morididdle Exhibition by Charles Clary 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Sep 16

Wesley at UCF Student Lounge 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

View All Events

Resources