UCF in the News

New images of the lunar South Pole, where water ice exists, should help NASA explain to the public how valuable space exploration is, says Amy Foster, professor of space history at the University of Central Florida in Orlando.

Students had to pivot this past year to rehearse their music in unconventional spaces – parking garages, outside in the grass, and behind Plexiglass. Now, thanks to the Frontyard Festival at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, the annual UCF Celebrates the Arts festival has returned to an audience. From April 2-10, UCF students will perform concerts, dance numbers, compete in drawing competitions and more.

More than 30 UCF programs and academic areas were recognized amongst the best in their respective fields, according to U.S. News & World Report's 2022 Best Graduate Schools Rankings.

UCF student nurses are joining the front lines in the battle against COVID-19, working to administer vaccines at Parrish Healthcare facilities in Titusville.

UCF will still host its spring football game at the Bounce House with Knights taking the field in front of fans.

James Bacchus, a UCF Distinguished Professor of Global Affairs and Director of Global Economic & Environmental Opportunity, says the pandemic has showcased the digital economy, where the U.S. has enormous comparative advantages.

College of Nursing saw a 26% increase in applications for the coming year. Many students said they have been inspired by the work of nurses during the pandemic.

Michele Gill, a CCIE professor who founded Sanford's Galileo School ten years ago, is making an impact on the present and future by making student success and support her top priority.

More than 200 individuals gathered at the Reflecting Pond for a candlelight vigil, honoring the eight victims, including six Asians, who were shot to death by a gunman last week at Atlanta-area spas.