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UCF Partners with Nonprofits to Help Veterans Find Leadership Roles Through Public Service Education

As the only pilot site in the southeast for the new Service to Service initiative, UCF is poised to help prepare veterans transitioning into civilian life find new ways to serve their communities through public service education.

Pedestrian Safety Improvements Made Near UCF’s Main Campus

Keeping UCF’s roads safe is a collective effort, which is why new pedestrian safety enhancements have been added on and off the main campus.

18 Anti-human Trafficking Champions Honored by UCF Rosen College, United Abolitionists Inc.

The Polaris Star Award winners include anti-trafficking advocates and educators as well as survivors who have become leaders in combating human trafficking.

UCF Researcher Earns Presidential Academic Honor from Native Poland

Michal Masternak, a professor in the College of Medicine, has conducted research on senescence, the process of aging and decline in cellular and organismal function over time, and its role in the body.

19 Knights Recognized Among OBJ’s 40 Under 40 for 2025

These Knights are making an impact in their industries, which range from education to public relations, and across Orlando.

From the Ground Up

Carol Anne Logue instilled a homegrown approach with UCF’s Innovation Districts and Incubation Program, helping the region blossom into a world-class business center.

UCF Remembers Carl Balado, Tenured Professor of School Psychology

Carl Balado, professor of school psychology for nearly 25 years, leaves an inspiring legacy of service and dedication.

New Habits for the New Year

Professor of Educational Psychology Michele Gill shares a few of her favorite things that have helped her with cueing and rewarding new behaviors.

UCF Celebrates Thad Seymour Jr.’s Impact with Honorary Degree

The former interim UCF president was honored for his contributions to growing Central Florida and the university.

Ken Robinson Awarded Honorary Doctoral Degree for Public Service

As president and CEO of Dr. Phillips Inc. and The Dr. P. Phillips Foundation, Ken Robinson’s leadership and vision has helped improve the lives in the Greater Orlando region.

UCF in the News

UCF Alum, Tech Entrepreneur’s New Venture Tackles Constraints in AI, Cloud Computing

Orlando Business Journal

The Background and Future of the Prosthetics Industry: A Comprehensive Research Report

Medium

Orlando Shakes Names UCF Alum Cheryl Collins Executive Director

Orlando Sentinel

Too Much Focus On AI Has Taken The ‘Social’ Out Of Social Media

Forbes

Events at UCF

Mar 4

Triathlon Training (Small Group Training) 7:00 am - 8:00 am

Mar 4

Guest artist Tommaso Benciolni 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Mar 4

2025 MFA Exhibition 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

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