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How One Student Turned Tragedy and Self-Doubt into Success at UCF

Two years ago, Preston Strenth bet on himself and enrolled in UCF’s computer science program. Now he’s graduating with a lucrative job offer from one of the world’s leading financial services companies.

U.S. Department of Education Taps UCF to Lead Civil Discourse in Florida

UCF receives a four-year, $3.4 million grant as part of the Fund for Improvement of Postsecondary Education to enhance communications skills among Florida students to better prepare them for the workforce.

Social Work Student Overcomes Tragedies, Dedicates Self to Helping Others

The junior wants to be a positive influence and help others realize their destiny can be greater than what’s been laid out before them.

UCF in the News

From ‘Madden NFL’ to ‘The Sims,’ Electronic Arts is a Gaming Giant

The Daytona Beach News-Journal

UCF’s Vice President for Research and Innovation Shares Insights on How Research Across the University Advances National Security

Team Orlando Podcast

What it Takes to Open a $6B Theme Park: Epic Universe Exec Reflects on Year One

Orlando Business Journal

How to Pile Dirt on the Moon? Robotics Teams Tackle NASA Challenge

Orlando Sentinel

Events at UCF

Jun 3

The Art Show - UCF School of Visual Arts and Design MFA Students 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Jun 3

How to Find Funding for Graduate School 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Jun 3

Pathways 2026: The Carlos Malamud Prize 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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