Boosting Student Success Through Timely Grade Submissions
Tue Nov 19
Dear Faculty Colleagues, Student success is at the heart of everything we do. Achieving a 60% four-year graduation rate for FTIC students — our final step for preeminence and the unlocking of additional state resources — relies on the important role you play in supporting students academically, in research, and beyond. As we approach the…
Strategic Investments in SpaceU
Wed Oct 16
Space has been part of UCF’s DNA since our university’s founding to support the ambitious goal of landing humans on the moon. This legacy, along with our focus on developing the research and workforce to support our state’s economy, has made us the nation’s leading talent supplier for the aerospace and defense industry. Thanks to…
Explore Prestigious Internal Faculty Awards
Thu Oct 3
Faculty Excellence offers a robust array of prestigious internal awards. Eligible faculty members are encouraged to explore these awards that recognize outstanding achievements in teaching, research, and service. Below is a snapshot of UCF’s internal awards with opening and closing dates for submissions. The Faculty Internal Awards webpage explains eligibility and criteria. I sincerely hope that you…
New Opportunities in AI Leadership and Development
Thu Sep 12
Colleagues, I encourage everyone to learn about artificial intelligence and incorporate it into your teaching and research. This is vital work. As educators, we have a responsibility to equip our students with the tools they need to adapt and thrive in the workplace. That means we must convey the benefits, limitations, and ethical implications of…
Key Events, Resources, and Dates for Fall Planning
Wed Aug 14
Welcome to fall! The Faculty Excellence team looks forward to serving as a resource for you as we work together to elevate academic excellence and student success. As we kick off the new academic year, we invite you to join UCF leaders and colleagues from 3 to 5 p.m. on Thursday (Aug. 15) at the…
UCF Wound-healing Technology Also Shows Promise for Parkinson’s Patients
Fri Jan 5
Researchers at UCF’s College of Medicine who developed a new wound-healing technology report that their innovation may also be a promising treatment for Parkinson’s disease. Frederick Carrick (left)and Kiminobu Sugaya (right) are developing wound healing technology that may help Parkinson’s disease patients. The technology developed by Frederick Carrick, professor of neurology at UCF’s College of Medicine, and…
Student-run KNIGHTS Free Clinic Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Thu Jan 4
UCF’s student-run free clinic celebrates a decade of service this year — providing primary and specialty care to Orlando’s uninsured while giving medical students hands-on experiences as clinicians and caretakers in their community. Founded in 2013 with Orlando’s Grace Medical Home, the KNIGHTS (Keeping Neighbors In Good Health Through Service) helps Grace care for 3,600…
Welcome Back and Key Resources for Spring Planning
Thu Jan 4
Welcome to a new year and a new semester. I am grateful for your commitment to excellence and student success as we approach Monday’s first day of spring classes. Below are essential academic policies, regulations, and resources to guide your course preparation .Key 2024 Spring Dates Jan. 8: Classes beginJan. 15: Martin Luther King Jr.…
VIDEO: UCF’s 2023 Year In Review
Tue Dec 19
This year we not only celebrated our 60th anniversary but also the accomplishments and contributions of Knights to Central Florida and beyond — including more than 18,000 students who earned their degrees and are positively impacting the world.
Georgiopoulos Reappointed Dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science
Fri Dec 8
I am pleased to announce the reappointment of Michael Georgiopoulos for five years as dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS). Since becoming dean in 2013, he has been instrumental in boosting the college’s excellence in research and in producing top talent for Florida’s high-tech economy. The college’s research funding has more…
A Special Holiday Message to UCF Faculty and Staff from the Provost
Fri Dec 8
Dear Colleagues: I am grateful for your hard work and great success this year in advancing UCF as The University for the Future. As always, UCF’s betterment counts on our dedicated faculty and staff who care deeply about student success; who advance research, discovery and innovation; and who drive our excellence and impact. Thank you.…
An Update on UCF’s New Model on Advising and Coaching to Advance Student Success
Wed Nov 15
Colleagues: Senior Vice President for Student Success and Well-Being Paul Dosal and I recently informed deans and the undergraduate advising and coaching community of some changes to our approach to undergraduate student success. I want to share with the broader university community why we are making these changes. We are moving to a modern, active…
Amin Appointed Interim CIO
Tue Nov 14
Colleagues: With Chief Information Officer Matthew Hall’s departure, I have asked Sheila Amin Gutiérrez de Piñeres, dean of the Burnett Honors College, to lead UCF IT in the interim. Dean Amin will take on this role, in addition to her duties with the Honors College, effective November 16. Under Matt’s leadership, the talented UCF IT…
UCF IT Leadership Update
Fri Oct 13
Colleagues: I am writing to share that Vice President and Chief Information Officer Matthew Hall informed me this week of his decision to step away from UCF to serve as Chief Information Officer at Texas State University. Matt has provided critical leadership to UCF IT during a period filled with numerous transformative projects to improve…
Using Interfolio for Fall Faculty Internal Awards and Other Requests
Mon Oct 2
This is a reminder that faculty will use Interfolio academic software this fall to submit materials for some internal awards and requests for sabbaticals, emeritus status, and the Professional Development Program. Award application materials will be uploaded into the new digital system for the following: If you plan to pursue any of these awards or…
Introducing New Faculty Resources for Pursuing Distinguished External Awards
Tue Sep 19
Dear Faculty Colleagues: Faculty Excellence offers new resources to help you identify and seek external honorific awards that can energize your career. Our new external honorific awards website includes a database for identifying awards, past UCF external award winners, and tips for pursuing prestigious and highly prestigious honors. I am also pleased to introduce another valuable resource to support your professional development. Charlenne…
Prepare Now for Annual Faculty Internal Awards Deadlines Coming This Fall
Tue Sep 12
Dear Faculty Colleagues: It is time to prepare for seeking UCF’s internal faculty awards. Excellence Awards, Research Incentive Awards, Pegasus Professor, and Reach for the Stars awards all have deadlines this fall. Please see the Faculty Internal Awards page for eligibility, criteria, and applicable dates. Note that Excellence Awards and Research Incentive Awards materials will…
An Update for Faculty on Tropical Storm Idalia
Mon Aug 28
As we communicated earlier today, UCF is closely monitoring the path and potential impact of Tropical Storm Idalia. While we do not anticipate disruption to normal campus operations, we will continue to monitor the storm and will provide an update by 2 p.m. Tuesday informed by the latest forecasts. An important consideration will be updated…
Annual Disclosures Due Sept. 13 on Outside Activity, Employment
Tue Aug 15
All UCF faculty who are required to disclose annually about outside activity, employment and potential conflict of interest are receiving an individual e-mail today about completing the online form by Sept. 13. The required disclosure – the Potential Outside Activity, Employment, and Conflict of Interest and Commitment Disclosure AA-21 – is emailed via a link…
Key Resources and Dates for Fall 2023 Course Planning
Thu Aug 10
Dear Colleagues: UCF’s fall classes begin on Monday, Aug. 21. This message includes key academic policies, regulations and resources to aid your course preparation. Key Fall 2023 dates: There are three new student policies to know as you prepare for fall courses. They involve a Modified Withdrawal Policy for new FTIC and transfer students and…
