20 Years of DirectConnect to UCF: Making College Possible for More Students As Knight Nation celebrates Transfer Student Success Week, the university also reaches a milestone with DirectConnect to UCF — a program that has empowered more than 79,000 students to earn high-quality degrees at a fraction of the cost.
UCF Economist: Florida’s Economic Outlook Still Sunny — But Storm Clouds Loom UCF’s Institute for Economic Forecasting Director Sean Snaith’s new forecast finds the Sunshine State still outperforming the nation, though several storm systems, both literal and fiscal, could darken the horizon.
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.
UCF Economist: Rate Cuts Are on the Table — And Overdue UCF’s Institute for Economic Forecasting Director Sean Snaith releases his four-year U.S. forecast as the Federal Reserve meets this week.
Making a Will in 2025: Why It’s Important, What You Should Know Before Starting Your last will and testament is one of the most important legal documents you’ll ever make. Here’s what UCF alumna Mary Merrell Bailey ’85 ’89 ’01 ’07 says are the most important factors to consider when creating one.
UCF Launches Institute of Artificial Intelligence to Advance Research, Talent Development Across Disciplines The new university-wide initiative brings together top faculty, industry partnerships and cross-campus collaboration to position UCF as a national leader in AI.
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.
UCF Hosts Summer 2025 Commencement Aug. 1-2 Three distinguished alumni speakers are making a big impact in space and philanthropy.
Zaheer Ali Named Program Director of UCF’s Space Commercialization and Strategy Initiative In this new role, Ali will expand UCF’s partnerships with industry and government to develop the talent needed to sustain and advance Florida’s leadership in the space sector.
America’s Space University to Launch New Space MBA in Spring 2026 Applications for the new degree, which is a fully online, part-time graduate business program spanning 24 months, are open now until Dec. 1.