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UCF Admitted to Prestigious Research Consortium to Advance Critical Engineering, Defense Innovations

UCF joins the Systems Engineering Research Center, a University Affiliated Research Center consortium at the Stevens Institute of Technology, to leverage U.S. Department of Defense funding for impactful research.

UCF Students to Compete for $50,000 in 2024 Joust Business Competition

The Shark Tank-style competition celebrates student entrepreneurs, introduces them to community leaders and provides key resources to help launch their ventures.

Ex-entrepreneurs Can Thrive in the Right Employee Roles, UCF Researcher Finds in New Study

Assistant Professor Jeff Gish co-authored a study which found that former entrepreneurs can successfully transition into employees, especially in roles that harness their entrepreneurial spirit.

State Farm Renews $10,000 Grant to UCF’s PSP Students

Five UCF students recently earned scholarships through the program’s sales competition, marking the sixth year State Farm has provided scholarships to the competition’s winners.

Distinguished UCF Business Alumni and Partners to Be Honored at 23rd Annual Hall of Fame

During the April 4 event, honorees will be recognized with awards such as Hall of Fame, Legendary Knight and Honorable Knight.

UCF, Duke Rank Among Top Bowl Teams for Academic Performance

UCF is the top bowl-bound football team in the state for academic success. The Knights will take on the Blue Devils Dec. 28 in the Military Bowl.

29 Gilman Scholarships Awarded to UCF Students — Setting a University Record

The award provides students who otherwise may not have the resources to study abroad an opportunity to do so.

Florida & Metro Economics Forecast: Pasta-Bowl Recession Headed for Sunshine State

The Institute for Economic Forecasting strives to provide complete, accurate and timely national, state and regional forecasts and economic analyses.

Forecast: Threats to Recovery in Oven Before Putin Turned Up the Heat

Economic issues stemming from COVID-19 continue to be a challenge as Russia’s invasion of Ukraine adds to price increases.

Training Students to be Innovators in the World’s Financial Services Industries

Jointly offered by the College of Business and the College of Engineering and Computer Science, the master’s degree in fintech is the first program of its kind in the State of Florida.

UCF in the News

UCF Expands Space Photonics Research with New Funding and Faculty Growth

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OUC Plugs Into Orlando Energy Startup

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UCF Researcher Helps Develops AI tool for Hospitals

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INFLUENCER OF THE WEEK: Paramdai “Vicky” Somwaru, Hamlin Elementary

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Feb 6

Partnership Impact Showcase 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Feb 6

How to Start Your Business 9:00 am - 11:30 am

Feb 6

Out of Order | Let Down by Kristen Letts Kovak and Grace Mikell Ramsey 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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