Latina Alumna, Postdoctoral Researcher Inspiring Underrepresented Youth to Excel in Tech World Through her work with the Cognitive Sciences Laboratory, Olivia Newton ’13 ’17MS ’22PhD is making an impact in tech research and serving as an example for other Hispanic women in STEM.
Knowledge is Power for Disabled Veteran and UCF Nursing Graduate At age 62, Nadine Jacobson ’23MSN, who is legally blind, has overcome many challenges in life but has persevered in her commitment to lifelong learning.
UCF Nursing’s Simulation Center Awarded New International Endorsement It is the only program in Florida — and one of just nine worldwide — to receive the honor from the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning.
UCF Podcast: The Future of Nursing UCF College of Nursing Associate Professor Desiree Diaz shares how UCF is leading the charge in virtual reality education, the importance of teaching students about cultural congruence and how simulation technology is integral to the future of nursing.
UCF Professor Wins Another National Award for his Work in Human Factors UCF psychology Professor Peter Hancock has been named the Aerospace Human Factors Association’s William Collins Award recipient for 2020. This is the second time Hancock…
Virtual Reality Improves Social Work Education Research shows that VR can improve students’ feeling of preparedness in working with Alzheimer’s patients and foster empathy for patients and family members.
UCF College of Nursing Simulation Center Manager Honored with International Award The annual award is based on excellence in the implementation of simulation and delivery of simulation-based learning.
Nursing Simulation Educator Honored with International Award Mindi Anderson, an associate professor in the College of Nursing, has been honored with the Excellence in Academia Award from the International Nursing Association for…
UCF at Forefront of Health Care Simulation with Elite Trio of Global Experts National Nurses Week begins each year on May 6th and ends on May 12th, Florence Nightingale’s birthday.
Florida’s First Health Care Simulation Graduates Begin Work in Emerging Field The nine recent graduates from the University of Central Florida College of Nursing Healthcare Simulation program are the first in the state fully trained to…
Seminole County debuts Economic Development Hub to help small businesses grow Orlando Business Journal
