More Than a Visit
A UCF alum is helping Orlando’s tourism industry showcase benefits for residents.
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In This Issue
Fall 2024
Back in the Game
After 11 years, EA SPORTS released College Football 25, a critically and commercially acclaimed game that is the work of many UCF alums.
An Epic Adventure
UCF alums play roles in creating the latest attractions for the theme park capital of the world.
Finding a Way Home
With homelessness on the rise in Orlando, how can people help others in their time of greatest need?
How a UCF Grad’s Art Helps Make Local Businesses Iconic
Take a ride around Central Florida with Sean Walsh ’12 and you’ll see how his design touches have helped shape a certain character for small businesses in the region.
Holding on to History
Earlier this year, Eatonville — one of the nation’s oldest all-Black municipalities — was included among America’s 11 Most Endangered Historic Places. As urban development closes in, UCF students and faculty rally together with community activists to preserve the town’s legacy.
Navigating the Newsroom
How the editor-in-chief of Orlando’s major newspaper has led local journalism and shaped the city’s narrative.
Why I Love Orlando Is Why I Love UCF
Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer reflects on how UCF and Orlando have grown alongside and in partnership with one another.
A Safer City
Through community-oriented policing and data-driven initiatives, UCF alum and Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith ’93 is working to reduce crime.
Noon at Knight Nation
During the Sept. 28 football game, Knight Nation welcomed FOX’s “Big Noon Kickoff” to campus.
Photonic Fun
This summer, UCF’s College of Optics and Photonics hosted its second annual Laser and Photonics Summer Camp.
5 Years Forward
UCF Downtown celebrates five years since it first opened its doors to 7,000 UCF and Valencia College students.
On Campus: Fall 2024
From debuting a new UCF commercial to Homecoming Week activities that brought Knight Nation together, this fall was full of exciting events.
Marketing Reimagined
UCF alum Steve Alexander ’06 has taken advertising studio MVRK from The City Beautiful to the world.
From Dust to Discovery
A new testing facility at UCF is bringing the moon to Earth.
Community Care
UCF-HCA Florida Healthcare residency programs are playing a crucial role in bringing more in-demand physicians to the state.
Powered by Knights
UCF’s talent pipeline boosts Orlando’s economy and its many industries.
