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Award-Winning Advisor Shaping UCF’s Brightest Engineering Minds

After decades of supporting student success at UCF, College of Engineering and Computer Science special instructor and alum Michael Ferrante ’15MSEM is recognized as Florida Engineering Society’s 2026 Engineering Faculty Member of the Year.

Gratitude and Giving Back: UCF Alum, Hilton Grand Vacations Executive’s Journey to the Heart of Hospitality

After UCF helped Derek De Salvia ’03 ’11MS navigate profound loss, this double Knight built a career rooted in caring for others while championing the university that supported him.

UCF to Name School of Data, Mathematical and Statistical Sciences in Honor of Technology Pioneer, Alumna Yvette Kanouff

She transformed her own UCF mathematics education into a career of technological innovation. Now she is investing in the students who will use mathematics and adjacent technologies to create what comes next.

The Heartfelt Story Behind UCF Alum’s Annual Mom Hugs Day

After losing her son during his freshman year in 2021 at UCF, Kelly Haskins ’91 finds purpose in supporting other students on campus who just need a mom’s hug.

UCF Students Enhance Football Game Day Experience

It started with a T-shirt launcher. Now, inventions coming out of the College of Engineering and Computer Science are making the game day atmosphere uniquely UCF.

Homecoming Highlights: Celebrating UCF’s 2026 Shining Knights

During Homecoming Week, UCF will honor six extraordinary alumni whose achievements, leadership and impact propel Knight Nation forward at the 2026 Shining Knights Alumni Awards.

What to Know Before UCF’s Internship and Career Expo

A guide on resources available for your resume, acing your interview and more to prep for the Oct. 1 event at Addition Financial Arena.

How to Impress on Your Job Interview

Experts from UCF’s Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center share pro tips on giving yourself the best chance at landing a job offer.

UCF Alum Named Finalist for Toyota Family Teacher of the Year Award

Nisha Phillip Malahoo ’21MEd ’24 EdD is one of six educators and the only representative from Florida to earn the national recognition for this year’s honor.

25 of UCF’s Fastest-Growing Alumni-Led Companies

Family influences, career reinvention and lifelong friendships shaped the entrepreneurs behind UCF’s inaugural Ever Upward competition, proving there is no single path to building the future.

UCF in the News

50 Most Powerful People of 2026 in Orlando: Education – UCF President Alexander Cartwright

Orlando Magazine

UCF Focuses on Space Medicine to Train Future Astronaut Healthcare Providers

WESH

UCF Leads $20M NSF Initiative to Scale National Tech Commercialization

Scienmag

Can Innovative Solutions Keep Up with the Impacts of Data Centers?

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Connective Tissue by Hanna Washburn 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Criminal Justice Graduate Programs Information Session 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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Creating Healthy Relationships 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

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