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UCF Fuels America’s Space Program with Innovative Education, Medicine and Tech

UCF is advancing cutting-edge space research while offering unique opportunities for students to launch their careers in the space industry.

55 Years at UCF: A Visionary’s Inspiring Legacy

Professor Emeritus Robert Bledsoe opened the university’s former Department of History and Political Science — and even helped name the streets on main campus — long before UCF’s School of Politics, Security and International Affairs became world-renowned.

UCF in the News

Artemis II Images Prepare UCF Researchers for Their Own Lunar Mission

Central Florida Public Media

How Do You Cook in Space?

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A Common Job Search Tool ‘Brings Some Order to the Chaos’ for Candidates Staring Down a Tough Market

CNBC

SPOTLIGHT: ‘Spaceman of Bohemia’ Comes Home to Orlando with Author Jaroslav Kalfař

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Events at UCF

Apr 17

Spring 2026 BFA Exhibition II, Part One | UCF Art Gallery 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Apr 17

Critiques and Career Express Virtual Pop-In 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Apr 17

Building Resiliency 11:00 am - 12:00 pm

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