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U.S. News Online 2026 Rankings: UCF’s People-First, Tech Enhanced Approach Earns Highest Honors Yet

As UCF celebrates decades of leading digital learning, we’re recognized for a sustainable model that increases access to education and raises standards at the same time.

January 27, 2026

State Investments in Nursing Education Continue to Strengthen UCF’s Impact

Through the Linking Industry to Nursing Education Program, $6 million in funding will support UCF and other State University System institutions in alleviating the nursing shortage.

U.S. Department of Education Taps UCF to Lead Civil Discourse in Florida

UCF receives a four-year, $3.4 million grant as part of the Fund for Improvement of Postsecondary Education to enhance communications skills among Florida students to better prepare them for the workforce.

Research in 60 Seconds: Testing VR Exposure Therapy to Treat PICS

Associate Professor Brian Peach’s research examines how to help the more than half of the 5.7 million Americans admitted to an ICU each year who develop at least one post‑intensive care syndrome (PICS) condition, which is similar to PTSD.

Mechanical Engineering Grad Student Launches Mentoring Organization

Through STEM Mentorship Matters, Marcus Royal ’24 is helping ensure the next generation of STEM students enters college better prepared and informed — without facing the same obstacles he once did.

UCF Rosen College Awarded $1M from Darden Foundation to Establish Joe R. Lee Endowed Scholarship Fund

The generosity of the Darden Foundation will aid UCF with attracting talented individuals from all backgrounds with a passion for hospitality and the ambition to succeed.

Future Speech-Language Pathologists Test Skills in High-Tech “Escape Room” Exam

Feedback from the more than 120 student participants found the creative approach to be digestible, challenging and less nerve-racking than a normal final exam.

UCF Launches New Mentorship Initiative for Graduate Students

The GEMiNi program pairs graduate students with mentors who can help them navigate their professional, academic and personal challenges.

UCF Football Alums in Super Bowl LX

A Knight is guaranteed a Super Bowl ring when the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots face off this year.

UCF Board of Trustees Welcomes 2 New Members, 4 Reappointees

The Florida leaders, including three UCF alums, have experience and insight from managing influential organizations like Walt Disney World, the Orlando Magic and more.

Alain Berinstain Brings Bold, Collaborative Vision as New Director of Florida Space Institute at UCF

Berinstain, an internationally recognized leader in space innovation, joins FSI to advance research, strengthen partnerships and guide the institute’s expansion.

Math Launch Program Accelerates Student Success at UCF

The boot camp-style course helps STEM majors stay on track to graduate on time by strengthening skills in algebra, trigonometry and pre-calculus skills in one semester.

UCF’s 2026 Football Schedule

UCF’s Big 12 Conference home matchups will feature TCU, Baylor, BYU, Arizona State and Iowa State.

UCF Researcher, Nonprofit Create AI-Powered Tool to Reduce Florida Overdoses

Through her collaborative research with Project Overdose, Kendall Cortelyou helped develop an online dashboard to prevent fatal drug overdoses by alerting local authorities to the presence of prevalent drugs in the community.

UCF Researcher Creates Color-Changing, Tunable Photonic Material Inspired by Nature

A new technology developed by Professor Debashis Chanda allows materials to change color on demand, with potential applications in camouflage, textiles, thermal sensing, reconfigurable displays and more.

Could This Be a Simple Solution to Reducing Childhood Obesity?

A research team led by UCF’s Keith Brazendale will bring together pediatricians and summer camp leaders to explore an overlooked way to make more kids healthier.

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UCF in the News

Gov. DeSantis Announces $20 Million for Nursing Programs

WUSF-FM

Flamingo Fans Fight to Unseat the Mockingbird as Florida’s State Bird

The Washington Post

Flu Season Has Hit Central Florida. Here’s What You Need to Know.

Orlando Sentinel

UCF Doctor Shares Medical Insight on International Space Station

Spectrum News 13

Events at UCF

Jan 27

Bachelor's in Nursing Online Information Session, BSN Degree 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm

Jan 27

Adult First Aid/CPR/AED - Blended Learning 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Jan 27

Critiques and Career Express Drop-In (In-Person) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Jan 27

Introduction to GCP Agent Development Kit (ADK) 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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