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Behind the Rescue: UCF Expert on the Mental Toll of Disaster Response

As first responders continue aiding communities devastated by recent Texas floods, UCF RESTORES’ Deborah Beidel shares insight into the psychological burden they face and ways to support their healing.

UCF Names Marc Mendonca Associate Vice President for Research and Scholarship

Mendonca will support the UCF research enterprise by overseeing funding programs and initiatives, including centers, institutes and core facilities.

UCF Emergency Management Professor, Public Administration Alum Honored for Public Service Contributions

Claire Connolly Knox and Kathryn Valentine ’16 were recognized for their work in the field of emergency management during the Florida Division of Emergency Management’s inaugural Awards Ceremony Gala.

UCF Talent Fuels Orlando’s Rise as a Tech Hub

UCF’s breadth of tech research and talent contributes to the region’s strength in technology.

High School Students Level Up Knowledge of Gaming Careers at UCF’s Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy

The KB Foundation-sponsored visit allows youths from Philadelphia to go behind the scenes of one of the nation’s top graduate gaming program.

Honoring the 80th VE Day, Memorial Day 2025: Florida France Soldier Stories

This year UCF’s history department’s Florida France Soldier Stories project published 10 new biographies in observance of Victory in Europe Day on May 8 and Memorial Day on May 26.

Epic Universe Launch Provides Immersive Learning Opportunities at UCF

From hospitality to themed experience and engineering, Knights have played a role in creating the new theme park and will continue to learn from the development.

UCF Hosts Prestigious ‘Battle of the Brains’ Computer Programming Championship

The team seeks to advance to ICPC World Finals — which would mark the 13th time UCF has competed in the global competition in 14 years.

UCF RESTORES Unveils First-of-Its-Kind Resiliency Command Center to Support Florida’s First Responders

Built with purpose, the command center is backed by state and corporate partners, and is ready to serve those who lay their lives on the line for Florida’s communities.

Critical Florida Sea Turtle Sanctuary Renamed in Honor of Late UCF Biology Professor “Doc” Ehrhart

The ceremony celebrated Ehrhart’s legacy, which was pivotal in advancing knowledge of sea turtle ecology, coastal resources and shaping conservation efforts.

UCF in the News

Orlando Ranks No. 2 Nationally For Tech Job Growth, Report Shows

Florida Daily

10 U.S. Colleges Beyond the Ivy Leagues that Offer Great Computer Science Programs

The Times of India

Nemours Children’s Hospital Announces UCF’s Heather Fagan as Pediatric Chief

Becker’s Hospital Review

The Business Case for the Moon

Space News

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Jul 18

Snacks with LEAD Scholars 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Jul 19

Ichetucknee Springs Tubing and Camping - 7/19/2025-7/20/2025 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Jul 19

Little Big Econ River Canoeing Day Trip- 7/19/2025 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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