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PHOTOS: Inside the John C. Hitt Library Renovation

A grand opening celebration will be held Aug. 25 for UCF’s first building that now features convenient access, designated quiet areas and more space for students to create a collaborative learning experience.

UCF Earns Silver Rating for Sustainability

The University of Central Florida has received a silver rating for its sustainability by a program within the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in…

Construction to Begin on Main Campus New Energy Plant

Construction is set to begin on a new facility that will provide more resources to help affordably operate the growing University of Central Florida campus…

Nation’s Coolest: UCF Club Consistently Ranks High in ‘Green’ Engineering Competition

UCF mechanical engineering senior Kevin Bauer wants people to know that the national award-winning student club he leads – the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration…

Valencia, UCF Break Ground on New Osceola Building

“Have we ever seen a louder buzz on this campus? I don’t think so,” said Raymer Maguire III, chairman of Valencia’s board of trustees. When…

A New Home for UCF Police

The University of Central Florida Police Department invited the public to tour its new 35,000-square-foot home Friday. More than 250 people attended the open house…

Exercisers Help Power Larger, 'Greener' Recreation Center

Students exercising on new cardio machines will help to power the University of Central Florida’s expanded Recreation and Wellness Center, which officially opened Jan. 10,…

UCF's Newest Star: The Performing Arts Center

With its innovative and vibrant performance spaces and studios, the University of Central Florida’s new Performing Arts Center was the star of a focus breakfast…

UCF’s New Recruitment Tool: School of Performing Arts

As prospective students of the performing arts arrive at the University of Central Florida for a special event on Saturday, they will be treated to…

Governor Helps Dedicate University Center

Gov. Charlie Crist helped to cut the ceremonial ribbon for the three-story, 100,000-square-foot building, which houses classes and offices for UCF and Valencia. UCF and…

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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Events at UCF

Feb 8

Theatre UCF Presents "Imogen Says Nothing" 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Feb 9

Theatre UCF Presents "Imogen Says Nothing" 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Feb 9

Winter Park Sunset Paddle 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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