Orlando’s New Poet Laureate, UCF Alumna Finds Healing Through Words As the third UCF alumna to earn the Orlando poet laureate honor, Camara Gaither ’23MSW sees poetry as a practice that enhances social work and service to others.
New UCF Mobile Health Clinic Increases Access to Care The clinic also serves as real-world classroom for medical, nursing, speech-language pathology and physical therapy students.
Social Work Researchers to Study How Animal Robots Can Help Older Adults A new study will explore how a robotic seal may ease loneliness and spark meaningful connections for older adults living with dementia.
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.
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 Talent Fuels Orlando’s Rise as a Tech Hub UCF’s breadth of tech research and talent contributes to the region’s strength in technology.
Building Momentum: Theriot to Serve as Dean of the College of Health Professions and Sciences Grounded in authenticity, Matthew Theriot’s leadership prioritizes collaboration and innovation to prepare future healthcare professionals for team-based care.
UCF Awards Promotion and Tenure to 115 Faculty The approvals recognize years of excellence and contributions in teaching, research and service.
Can AI Provide a Better Way to Relieve Pain for Hundreds of Millions of People? A clinical researcher in athletic training and a biomedical engineer are exploring new methods for using AI to analyze ultrasounds and improve lives around the world.
2025 Order of Pegasus, Student Awards Celebrates UCF’s Best and Brightest During the April 2 Founders’ Day event, 37 students will receive UCF’s highest student honor, which recognizes those who exemplify excellence in academic achievement, leadership and service.
