Faculty Excellence News

As challenging as today is in America, it is nothing like the nation’s turmoil of July 4, 1776.

For June 30’s day of observance, here’s a special nod to the eight asteroids making waves in the solar system — just like their UCF faculty namesakes.

“Everybody doesn’t have to be on the front lines, but everybody has to get off the sidelines,” says human rights activist and UCF faculty member Richard Lapchick.

The online event will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. and cover aspects of systemic racism against Black people in America, as well as include international perspectives on these issues.

The nationwide shutdown due to COVID-19 forced faculty members to work remotely and resulted in women faculty taking on more domestic jobs at home. This is creating a wider gap between men and women and will also impact underrepresented groups.

President Alexander N. Cartwright on Thursday outlined early plans for a series of actions the university will take to fully commit to equity, diversity and inclusive excellence.

UCF faculty and staff in various fields share their expertise with local and national media.

Researchers say the mapping of the intrinsic cardiac nervous system will allow them to discuss specific roles that the neurons play.

UCF Associate Professor Scot French will help lead a virtual discussion that anchors this year’s Hannibal Square celebration.