UCF’s Major Milestones of 2025 From preeminence to powerhouse partnerships, sports victories to record-setting philanthropy — 2025 was a year of remarkable progress.
UCF Women’s Club Honors 3 Graduate Students with Prestigious Sheila B. Somerville Scholarship The transformative scholarship recognizes outstanding UCF students who demonstrate academic and professional excellence.
UCF’s Fall 2025 Commencement Set for Dec. 12-13 Fall graduates will hear from four distinguished speakers who’ve made significant contributions in business, education and community impact.
UCF Receives National Award for Innovation in Industry Partnerships Recognized by EAB for its vision and collaboration, UCF continues to demonstrate how purposeful partnerships can shape the future of education and industry.
Daring to Boldly Invent the Future: Florida’s Next-Generation Preeminent University UCF has achieved 12 metrics to earn the state’s highest designation — a credit to the university community’s talents and dedication.
4 UCF Students Selected for National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowship The program provides tuition, fees, a monthly stipend and research opportunities for students pursuing doctoral degrees in areas of military importance.
Homecoming Highlights: Honoring UCF’s 2025 Shining Knights The 2025 Shining Knights Alumni Awards celebration will take place during Homecoming Week on Thursday, Oct. 16, in the Pegasus Grand Ballroom at the UCF Student Union.
UCF Welcomes Outstanding First-Year Class, Launches New Engineering, Technology Degrees A new freshman class arrives ready to learn and grow at a university boldly daring to invent the future.
3 Engineering Students Selected for Department of Defense SMART Scholars Program The scholarship includes an annual stipend, internship, mentorship and employment with the Department of Defense after graduation.
38 UCF Students Gain Global Experience, Make an Impact Through Distinguished Gilman Scholarship With studies across 10 countries, a record-setting cohort of UCF students is acquiring skills and tools that will make a profound impact on the world.
