UCF’s Modern(a) Man
A UCF graduate led the charge to create Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine and opened up the possibilities for the future of medicine.
Gold Standard
From trailblazing for women’s soccer to officiating for men’s basketball, Knights reminisce about their Olympic memories.
Giants of Academia
The most prestigious universities in the world are looking at the McNair Scholars coming out of UCF and asking: How can we make a universal impact like that?
Why I Will Always Remember 9/11
Victim Services Director Christine Mouton ’98 ’01MS reflects on what it was like to support 9/11 victims and survivors 20 years ago.
Gateway to the Galaxy
Knights are leading the team helping to
create NASA’s Gateway — an outpost
that will orbit the moon to advance deep
space travel, research and habitation.
Feature
Gateway to the Galaxy
Knights are leading the team helping to
create NASA’s Gateway — an outpost
that will orbit the moon to advance deep
space travel, research and habitation.
In Focus
The Show Goes On
After the pandemic forced the showcase to be cancelled in 2020, UCF Celebrates the Arts returned in 2021 with a lineup of primarily outdoor events.
Launchpad
Taking Shape
One alum’s global exercise brand is topping the home-fitness industry leaderboard.
1ON1
1ON1: Head to Head
Vice President and Director of Athletics Terry Mohajir and Head Football Coach Gus Malzahn talk about their vision for UCF as the future of college football and university athletics.
Feature
Giants of Academia
The most prestigious universities in the world are looking at the McNair Scholars coming out of UCF and asking: How can we make a universal impact like that?
In Focus
Lasting Legacy
Derreasha Jones ’21 has left a legacy at UCF by honoring the impact of John T. Washington — one of the university’s first Black faculty members.
Why I…
Why I Will Always Remember 9/11
Victim Services Director Christine Mouton ’98 ’01MS reflects on what it was like to support 9/11 victims and survivors 20 years ago.
AlumKnights
23 UCF Recollections on the Eve of Retirement
Gene Kruckemyer ’73 reflects on his 52 years at UCF as a student, instructor and news editor as he approaches his next big adventure.
Leading by Example
UCF’s new senior vice president for administration and finance
was 34 when he first became a chief financial officer. He’s spent
every day since helping others achieve success.
In Focus
Good Sports
This year’s spring semester was UCF’s
greatest undertaking in school history as all 16 varsity sports were in action after most traditional fall sports were pushed back.
AlumKnights
Generating a Buzz
How one of the minds behind the ’90s viral sensation The Blair Witch Project continues to evolve transmedia storytelling.
A Transformational Investment
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott’s $40 million gift to UCF — the largest in the university’s history — will strengthen proven pathways to opportunity, fueling student success, academic excellence and faculty research for generations.
Events
Sat
18
Sep
Service/Volunteer
International Coastal Cleanup
Join IDEAS UCF in participating in Marine Resources Council's 4-site International Coastal Clean-Up! IDEAS UCF will be going to the 3rd site location at the Pineda Causeway.
Sun
19
Sep
Recreation & Exercise
Belay Class
To complete a belay certification, patrons must first complete a belay class. After demonstrating competency in safety and skills, patrons can complete a belay test. You must be belay certified to belay others at the Climbing Tower.
Sign up for belay...
Sun
19
Sep
Sports
UCF Women's Soccer vs. Stetson
The UCF women's soccer team will host Stetson on Sept. 19 at 6 p.m. on ESPN+. Visit ucfknights.com/sports/womens-soccer for more information.
