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From Center Stage to Setting the Stage

Annie Swift ’26 turned a theatre education from UCF into a career building the immersive haunted houses behind Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights, where every detail helps tell a story.

UCF Ranks No. 1 in Nation for Hospitality for 7th Year, No. 2 for Transportation Science for 2026

ShanghaiRanking’s 2026 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects recognized UCF for its strengths in hospitality and tourism, and transportation science and technology — areas that drive $11.6 trillion in economic impact globally.

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.

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.

Universal Destinations & Experiences, UCF Introduce New School to Develop the Future Leaders of Themed Entertainment, Immersive Experiences

The first-of-its-kind Universal School of Experience Leadership & Innovation is housed within UCF’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management.

UCF in the News

Universal, UCF Unveil $10M Partnership for New Hospitality School

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Events at UCF

Oct 15

Movie on the Mall: Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Oct 15

Godspell | Theatre UCF 7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Oct 16

Florida Historical Society Annual Meeting and Symposium 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

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