Through Perseverance, UCF Nursing Student Finds Success After leaving Uruguay for opportunities in the U.S., Sabrina Van Dusen overcame obstacles to follow a calling, inspired by motherhood, to care for future generations.
Making a Difference in Hispanic Healthcare Disparities How UCF’s College of Medicine is playing a role in easing healthcare disparities in the Hispanic community.
UCF Class Spotlight: Latinx Leadership Development In recognition of Latinx Heritage Month, let’s take a look at a new course that can benefit students now and in their future careers.
Learn to Cook Lomo Saltado with UCF’s Bite Knights This student-led cooking show’s episode celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a traditional Peruvian mouthwatering meal.
Speaking the Same Language Improves Care Through service and volunteer opportunities and an elective, Knights are helping reduce Spanish language barriers in healthcare.
Supporting Hispanic Nurse Practitioners and the Health of Diverse Communities This Hispanic Heritage Month, meet UCF alumna Veronica Sampayo ’13 — a Hispanic first-generation college graduate and nurse practitioner who is championing future diverse providers.
UCF Alumna Named First Hispanic Superintendent of Orange County Public Schools Maria Vazquez ’95MEd ’10EdD has served as the district’s deputy superintendent since 2018.
UCF Class Spotlight: Latinx Cultural Expressions The course’s debut in 2022 opens students’ senses to the deep influences of Latino culture in the U.S.
UCF Podcast: Opening Doors for the Latino Community Cyndia Muñiz ’13EdD, director of HSI culture and partnerships, shares how UCF continues to uphold its designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution.
UCF Alum Partners with Accenture to Create Fund Supporting HSI Initiatives The Vamos Knights Fund supports scholarships, resources and opportunities for students, faculty and staff as part of UCF’s efforts as a Hispanic Serving Institution. Para la versión en Español, oprima aquí.
Seminole County debuts Economic Development Hub to help small businesses grow Orlando Business Journal
Father of slain UCF student: ‘He’s the most genuine and caring person I’ve ever been around’ Orlando Sentinel
