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More than 4,830 donors. Over 10,470 gifts. About $14.8 million dollars. On the surface, those numbers tell a story of remarkable generosity \u2014 but they only hint at the true impact seen from UCF Day of Giving 2025.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s because every dollar ripples far beyond a single day. Every gift opens doors: for students to chase a dream, create unforgettable memories, boldly invent the future and be recognized for their hard work. And every donor does more than give \u2014 they ignite potential, spark inspiration and elevate Knights for generations.<\/p>\n

With UCF Day of Giving 2026<\/strong> right around the corner \u2014 Thursday, April 9<\/strong> \u2014 we\u2019re reflecting on the transformational effects and personal stories of triumph that emerged from last year\u2019s show of support, knowing that shortly, our collective contributions will set another wave of Black & Gold breakthroughs, successes and discoveries into motion.<\/p>\n

Prioritizing Unique Opportunities<\/h2>\n

Area of Support:<\/strong> College of Engineering and Computer Science Dean\u2019s Excellence Fund
\nAmount Raised:<\/strong> $67,421
\nImpact:<\/strong> Learning experiences<\/p>\n

Growing up in rural Ohio, Jordan Hires, an aerospace engineering major<\/a> and Burnett Honors College Scholar<\/a>, often gazed at the boundless night sky, inspired by the astronauts from her home state of Ohio. Moving 1,000 miles away for college was daunting, but manageable. With her sights set on becoming a chief engineer for deep space flights, UCF offered two key benefits: a renowned aerospace engineering program and proximity to NASA.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s the best decision I\u2019ve made,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

Since becoming a Knight, she\u2019s done backstage tours at NASA, met with industry leaders from Mitsubishi, Siemens Energy and Lockheed Martin, and even talked to a former astronaut at an awards ceremony. This past summer, she worked alongside Professor Kareem Ahmed in the Propulsion and Energy Research Lab as a U.S. National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) fellow, testing a solution to remove heat from engines \u2014 research that could make hypersonic aircraft safer and cheaper. It was her second research experience as an undergrad.<\/p>\n

\u201cI don\u2019t know if it\u2019s every little girl\u2019s dream to work on classified projects with military and civilian applications, but it definitely was this little girl\u2019s dream,\u201d she says. \u201cThanks to UCF, I\u2019ve had experiences that most students don\u2019t get until graduate school.\u201d<\/p>\n

Many of those opportunities are made possible by the College of Engineering and Computer Science Dean\u2019s Excellence Fund, which supports hands-on learning, cutting-edge research equipment and innovative initiatives.<\/p>\n

Supporting Lasting Memories<\/h2>\n

Area of Support:<\/strong> Marching Knights Scholarship Fund
\nAmount Raised:<\/strong> $14,067
\nImpact:<\/strong> Multiple scholarships for band members<\/p>\n

For UCF Marching Knights President Zoie Taverna, two moments define her UCF experience: the rush of running onto the field for her first game and the bittersweet joy of singing the alma mater song alongside her best friend for their final game before graduation.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor three whole years, we stood next to each other in the stands, screaming, feeding off each other\u2019s energy,\u201d Taverna says. \u201cFor her last game, we went all out. We couldn\u2019t even talk by the end of it. We cried while singing the alma mater.\u201d<\/p>\n

Taverna is among the Marching Knights whose experiences at UCF are bolstered by the Branen Band Endowed Scholarship, which helps cover essentials like textbooks, meals and rent that her Bright Futures scholarship does not. As a mechanical engineering major<\/a>, band leader and corresponding secretary for the national chapter of Kappa Kappa Psi, she packs her days with coursework, practice and student engagement.<\/p>\n

During the summers, she works full-time at a summer camp for kids, and she spends her weekends and evenings at Panera Bread to save up enough to cover the expenses to allow her to stay focused while in school.<\/p>\n

\u201cWithout scholarships, I wouldn\u2019t have the time to do extracurriculars, such as Marching Knights, where I get to represent UCF in Central Florida and around the world,\u201d she says. \u201cAnd I wouldn\u2019t get to spend every Saturday in the Bounce House with all of my friends, immersed in the band life we love.\u201d<\/p>\n

Illuminating Pathways<\/h2>\n

Area of Support:<\/strong> College of Optics and Photonics<\/a> (CREOL)
\nAmount Raised:<\/strong> $54,880
\nImpact: <\/strong>$4,880 Went Toward Supporting 19 scholarships for attendees<\/p>\n

This summer, high school student Chloe Phung left the bright lights of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, to spend a week immersed in the study of light on UCF\u2019s campus. As part of the third Laser and Photonics Summer Camp hosted by CREOL, she joined more than 50 high school students from across Central Florida \u2014 and around the world.<\/p>\n

\u201cI had the chance to learn many things, to learn more about optics, lenses and lasers,\u201d Phung says.<\/p>\n

In addition to learning opportunities, the camp shines a light on the photonics industry, where more than 10,000 jobs open each year in the U.S., despite only 80 to 100 students in the nation graduating with bachelor\u2019s degrees in photonics annually. A third of those graduates come from CREOL.<\/p>\n

Paying it Forward<\/h2>\n

Area of Support: <\/strong>Dr. Michelle R. Dusseau Communication and Community Impact Endowed Scholarship Fund
\nAmount Raised: <\/strong>$1,780
\nImpact: <\/strong>$1,500 scholarship for one communication major, awarded annually<\/p>\n

Beatrix Alerte transferred to UCF in Spring 2024 with a plan: build community on campus, explore a career in media, stay active in service and say yes to every opportunity.<\/p>\n

The first three goals came naturally. She enrolled in classes, mentored two freshmen as part of the UCF chapter of Big Sister Little Sister mentoring program and served as a trip coordinator for the Alternative Spring Break Program. Alerte also gained work experience as a marketing ambassador for Project BEST, a Student Support Services project that supports first generation students, and as an intern with UCF Athletics.<\/p>\n

Her final goal was made easier this summer when Alerte was named the inaugural recipient of the Dr. Michelle R. Dusseau Communication and Community Impact Endowed Scholarship, created this past year by longtime the College of Science<\/a>‘s Nicholson School of Communication and Media faculty member Michelle Dusseau.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis scholarship has given me the freedom to say yes to career-building opportunities, many of which are unpaid, while worrying less about covering<\/p>\n

personal living expenses,\u201d Alerte says. \u201cThat support makes all the difference.\u201d<\/p>\n

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This UCF Day of Giving, we\u2019re launching Knights to new heights! Save the date to make your gift<\/strong><\/a> on Thursday, April 9, 2026<\/strong>. Check out the challenge hour schedule<\/a> to maximize your impact. And get ready to join your Knight Nation family as we Bounce, Stomp, Splash and Cheer our way to more impact than ever before.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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