Gratitude and Giving Back: UCF Alum, Hilton Grand Vacations Executive’s Journey to the Heart of Hospitality After UCF helped Derek De Salvia ’03 ’11MS navigate profound loss, this double Knight built a career rooted in caring for others while championing the university that supported him.
What Is a “Full College Experience” at UCF? Gabby Murison ’26 came to UCF to study film, but then she transformed her world and her future by getting involved outside the classroom.
UCF’s Football Stadium Gains 2, Alumni-Made Murals The custom artwork on the concourse-level of Roth Tower pays homage to the UCF story and the university’s relationship to Orlando and Orange County.
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.
Guide to Social Activities, Belonging at UCF Build lifelong friendships through UCF’s many avenues for social connection, including sporting events, student organizations, research opportunities and Orlando’s best attractions.
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.
UCF’s Summer 2026 Commencement Set for July 31-Aug. 1 Graduates will hear from distinguished alumni who’ve made significant contributions in the Orlando community.
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.
A Retirement Tribute to UCF’s Online Learning Pioneer, Longest-Serving Faculty Member After 56 years in the classroom, Pegasus Professor Chuck Dziuban’s impact is felt throughout campus and in the lives of his students.
UCF Grads Score Jobs with FIFA World Cup 2026 Talented Knights across various fields are supporting operations to bring the men’s World Cup to the United States for the first time in more than 30 years.
What it Takes to Open a $6B Theme Park: Epic Universe Exec Reflects on Year One Orlando Business Journal