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Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott Makes $40 Million Transformational Investment in UCF

The largest gift in the university’s history will strengthen proven pathways to opportunity, fueling student success, academic  excellence and faculty research for generations.

David Hagan Named Dean of the College of Optics and Photonics

The new dean is a Pegasus Professor whose distinguished work has helped the college become known globally for its innovation and excellence in research and academics.

UCF Hospitality and Transportation Programs Rank Among World’s Best

UCF came in No. 2 in the world for hospitality and tourism management and No. 33 in the world for transportation science and technology, according to this year’s global ShanghaiRanking list.

Florida Remains No. 1 in Rankings for Higher Education

U.S. News & World Report lists the State University System in the top spot for the 5th year.

A Return to More Normal Operations Update from Academic Affairs

As UCF continues to carefully monitor public health conditions, the university is preparing to increase face-to-face learning, working and engagement opportunities during the Summer B term before a full in-person return in the fall.

Thank You For All You Do

UCF leadership wish faculty and staff happy holidays and announce a one-time bonus payment for eligible employees in January 2021.

UCF in the News

UCF Soft-landing Program Draws Out-of-State and International Businesses to Orlando at Quicker Pace

Orlando Inno

Coastal Communities in Florida, Nationwide Work to Adapt to Rising Sea Levels

Spectrum News 13

Unsung Hero: How Former UCF President John Hitt set the Foundation for Big 12 Move

Orlando Sentinel

Imagining the Hybrid College Campus

Harvard Business Review

Events at UCF

Oct 17

U Can Finish 5 Mile, 2 Mile & Distance Dare 7:30 am - 12:00 pm

Oct 17

First Date 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Oct 17

Belay Class 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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