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UCF Alumnus Engineers Wonder Across Generations

Doug Akers ’07 turned a lifelong fascination with theme parks into a career leading operations at Universal Destinations & Experiences, where behind-the-scenes work helps preserve the wonder guests feel in the moment.

UCF Grad Helps Shape Humanity’s Next Giant Leap

Alex Williams ’09 discovered a path for his creative interests at UCF — and now he’s helping design the future of human spaceflight at Virgin Galactic.

Hospitality Alumna Forges Her Own Path While Giving Back to Others

Rosen College graduate Bella Cortier ’22 has leaned into opportunities as she marches forward in her dream career with Universal Destinations & Experiences.

UCF Grad Named Executive Director of Legacy Pointe at UCF

Josh Smith ’04, a hospitality management alum, was selected to lead the new senior living community near campus.

Rosen College Degree Programs Ranked in Top 10

Hospitality and tourism management online graduate program and entertainment management undergraduate program highlighted among nation’s best.

UCF Class Spotlight: Exploring Wines of the World

Want to learn how to select the best wine for any occasion? This is the course for you.

UCF Student Veteran’s Inspiring Personal Mission to Be Part of the Magic

UCF has nearly 1,600 student veterans, a population that has grown from about 200 in 2006. One of these veterans is junior hospitality management major…

7 Questions with Nicole Cutrufo ‘13

Guest Service and Attractions Executive at Cinecittà World Current Location: Rome, Italy

Bradenton Area CVB Partners with UCF’s Rosen College to Launch Ambassador Program

The Dick Pope Senior Institute for Tourism Studies, housed in the University of Central Florida’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management, is pleased to announce its…

Virtual Program Empowers UCF Rosen College’s Future Hotel Leaders

The University of Central Florida’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management recently gave new meaning to the term “on-the-job training,” as 20 undergraduate students virtually stepped…

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