UCF Joins National Alliance to Expand Hispanic Representation in Higher Ed

UCF is one of nine institutions nationwide that belong to the Alliance of Hispanic Serving Research Universities and have been awarded the Seal of Excelencia for advancing the success of Latina/o/x students. Para la versión en Español, oprima aquí.

UCF Students Win $25,000 for 1st Place Finish at 2nd HSI Battle of the Brains Competition

A team of eight UCF students beat competitors from 10 other Hispanic Serving Institutions during the 24-hour hackathon/business plan challenge.

UCF Earns National Certification as a Top Institution for Latino Students

UCF is one of 10 institutions in the nation this year to join trendsetting group that intentionally serves Latino students. Para la versión en Español, oprima aquí.

‘Hispanic Outlook’ Ranks UCF Among Top Schools Again

The magazine ranked UCF among the top schools for awarding bachelor’s and master’s degrees to Hispanic students, as well as across several disciplines and for overall enrollment.

Knights Do That Podcast: Opening Doors for the Latino Community

Cyndia Muñiz ’13EdD, director of HSI culture and partnerships, shares how UCF continues to uphold its designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution.

UCF Alum Partners with Accenture to Create Fund Supporting HSI Initiatives

The Vamos Knights Fund supports scholarships, resources and opportunities for students, faculty and staff as part of UCF’s efforts as a Hispanic Serving Institution. Para la versión en Español, oprima aquí.

Announcing UCF’s New Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Andrea Guzmán plans to start her role July 6. Para la versión en Español, oprima aquí.

Magazine Ranks UCF Among Top Institutions Serving Hispanic Students

UCF also was ranked 8th in total enrollment of Hispanic students at four-year schools.

PHOTOS: Celebrating Representation During Latinx Heritage Month

Inspired by the arts and multimedia, five Knights discuss their cultural pride and the importance of representation.

UCF History Professor Becomes Nationally Syndicated Columnist

Professor Luis Martínez-Fernández hopes to use the platform to give a voice to a growing and important Latino community in America.

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Al-Anon: Serenity Now 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Pathways 2022: The Carlos Malamud Prize Exhibition 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Hispanic Serving Institution News

UCF Joins National Alliance to Expand Hispanic Representation in Higher Ed

UCF Students Win $25,000 for 1st Place Finish at 2nd HSI Battle of the Brains Competition

UCF Earns National Certification as a Top Institution for Latino Students

‘Hispanic Outlook’ Ranks UCF Among Top Schools Again

Knights Do That Podcast: Opening Doors for the Latino Community

UCF Alum Partners with Accenture to Create Fund Supporting HSI Initiatives

Announcing UCF’s New Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Magazine Ranks UCF Among Top Institutions Serving Hispanic Students

PHOTOS: Celebrating Representation During Latinx Heritage Month

UCF History Professor Becomes Nationally Syndicated Columnist

UCF in the News

There’s a New Way to Help College Students Transfer: Admit Them to Two Schools at Once

2022 Diversity in Business Awards: How the University of Central Florida is Building a Culture of Inclusion

‘It was a Real Challenge’: Arecibo Observatory Classifies Sneaky Asteroid from 2019

How Florida Universities are Attracting Business Investment to Help Meet Workforce Needs

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