Celebrating the Excellence of Our People
Every year on the first Wednesday of April, UCF marks Founders’ Day by honoring the outstanding accomplishments and contributions of our employees, faculty, and students. Across three ceremonies in a day-long celebration, we recognize our exceptional people for their impact and pursuit of excellence.
Employee Honors Celebration
In the first ceremony of the day, employees were honored for their years of service to UCF, along with earning awards for pursuing excellence, making an impact, and helping to unleash potential in others.
Faculty Honors Celebration
In the afternoon ceremony, faculty were recognized for their outstanding contributions along with awards for years of service to UCF. Honorees include our latest Pegasus Professors and Reach for the Stars award recipients, the Medal of Societal Impact winner, the inaugural Big 12 Faculty Member of the Year winner, college and university Excellence Award winners, retirees, and Emeritus and Emerita members of the faculty.
Student Honors Celebration
In the evening ceremony, students received the highest honors they can earn from UCF, including induction into the Order of Pegasus. They also earned College Founders’ Day Awards and recognition for exceptional research as an undergraduate or graduate student.
