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First-Gen Alumnus Behind Transformational Gift Believes in Power of Philanthropy to Change Lives

With a $50 million gift, entrepreneur Barry Miller ’95 is investing in the next generation of Knights — helping them build the skills and connections that have fueled his success.

UCF Prepares Next Generation Through Fintech Program

The emerging fintech program is allowing students and faculty to conduct key research that positions UCF as a leader in the new financial landscape.

UCF Student Entrepreneur Headed to Microsoft After Graduation

Nathan Kurelo Wilk ’22, a native of Brazil, developed the technical training, hands-on experience and entrepreneurial insight at UCF that’s needed to succeed in the tech industry.

UCF in the News

Can NASA and SpaceX Really Build a Moon Base in the Next 10 Years?

Live Science

Asteroid Mining and Space Hospitality On “Are We There Yet?” Space Podcast

Central Florida Public Media

UCF Students Developing AI System to Detect Crashes and Speed Emergency Response

WFTV Channel 9

All Systems Go: Record $50M Gift Ignites UCF’s $3.5B Capital Campaign

Orlando Business Journal

Events at UCF

May 5

Online Workshop: A Roadmap for Career Growth 10:00 am - 11:30 am

May 5

UCF Executive Master of Health Administration Info Session 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

May 5

Master of Emergency and Crisis Management Information Session 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

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