UCF Master’s Programs in Emergency Management, Nonprofit Management Rank Among Top 5 in the Nation
Tue Mar 17
U.S. News & World Report today ranked 27 UCF graduate programs in the top 100 of their fields nationally, according to the publication’s 2021 Best Graduate Schools rankings. Seven of the programs are taught in the College of Community Innovation and Education, including UCF’s highest-ranking program, Emergency and Crisis Management, which was ranked No. 2 in the…
UCF Presidential Finalists to Take Questions at Virtual Open Forums
Mon Mar 16
The UCF Board of Trustees is expected to select the university’s next president on Friday, March 20, after students, faculty and staff have a chance to meet the finalists virtually and offer their feedback. “I want to let our community know this is critical – you have the opportunity to look at these candidates, listen…
Changes at UCF Clinics From COVID-19
Mon Mar 16
In compliance with UCF’s response to COVID-19 concerns, our clinics have made the following changes: UCF Communication Disorders Clinic Our clinic is currently closed in compliance with UCF’s response to COVID-19 concerns. Patient and research participants will be rescheduled when further information is available. Please check back for updates. UCF Aphasia House Our clinic is…
Direction For UCF Faculty On Research Laboratory Access Amid Coronavirus Concerns
Mon Mar 16
From Dr. Elizabeth Klonoff, vice president for Research and dean of the College of Graduate Studies On Wednesday, March 18, we are moving the bulk of university operations to remote access, in an effort to keep employees safe. In the area of research, the goal is to minimize or limit the number of people in…
New Certificate Explores Social Justice Issues in Public Service
Mon Mar 16
As society continues to evolve, it’s imperative that academic institutions and educational opportunities evolve to support society’s ever-changing needs. Debuting in fall 2020, the social justice in public service graduate certificate will explore some of these changing needs of society. The 15-credit hour certificate encourages students to use an interdisciplinary approach to explore social needs…
Temporary IRB Protocol Revisions for UCF Research Faculty in Response to Coronavirus
Fri Mar 13
More Tips for Research Faculty: Accessing Your Labs During UCF’s Online-only Courses FAQs about Graduate Studies and Caronavirus From Dr. Elizabeth Klonoff, vice president for Research and dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies Due to the unprecedented COVID-19 emergency, investigators may be required to alter their protocols in ways to minimize the spread of…
Psychologist Makes Her Mark Bringing Together Families
Fri Mar 13
Kimberly Renk, Ph.D., is rebuilding families by taking psychology off the couch and into disadvantaged Orlando communities. Renk is a child psychologist by training, and she shares her more than 20 years of experience in both the classroom and the local judicial system. Her work at UCF includes leading the Understanding Young Children and Families…
Event Cancellations and Updates for the UCF College of Arts and Humanities
Fri Mar 13
The UCF College of Arts and Humanities is cancelling upcoming events, including the annual festival, UCF Celebrates the Arts. Keeping our UCF community safe and informed is our top priority. UCF, and all universities in the State University System, are taking precautions to help minimize the risk of the spread of the coronavirus. We know…
UCF Encourages Campus Community to Meet Presidential Candidates Virtually
Fri Mar 13
The search for UCF’s next president will continue next week, with students, faculty, staff and the community given the opportunity to meet with finalists virtually and the Board of Trustees expected to select the university’s next president on Friday, March 20. With the uncertainty surrounding the scope and duration of COVID-19, UCF is proceeding with…
Guidance For UCF Faculty On Moving Courses Online By Wednesday, March 18
Wed Mar 11
From Dr. Michael D. Johnson, UCF Interim Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Colleagues: The Board of Governors, to minimize health risks from COVID-19, has directed state universities to move courses to remote delivery and advise students not to return to campus following spring break. Today, UCF advised students to remain away from campus…
Coronavirus Updates from UCF
Wed Mar 11
Last updated at 4 p.m. on March 11, 2020. The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to rapidly evolve. While no cases have been reported at the university, UCF will move to remote instruction effective Monday, March 16, to minimize health and safety risks to the UCF community, especially as students and faculty prepare to return from…
How Partners in “Medical Relationships” Can Overcome Their Special Challenges
Wed Mar 11
Lara McElderry, a life coach and podcast host of “Married to Doctors,” spoke at the UCF College of Medicine on March 5, about seven contentious issues in relationships that can be especially challenging with medical providers: traditions, roles, goals, values, sex, money and the past. “When you add medicine into a relationship, you add more to those…
UCF Courses and Coronavirus: Steps for Faculty to Take Now
Tue Mar 10
From Interim Provost Michael Johnson & Faculty Senate Chair William Self Dear Colleagues: UCF continues to prepare for potential impacts on our courses from the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Now is the time to make the necessary plans for your courses in case of widespread illness or even the need to move all classes fully…
UCF Continues to Prepare for Coronavirus
Tue Mar 10
While UCF students are enjoying spring break, staff members are working on campus to ensure the health and safety of the campus community. About 50 essential personnel gathered Tuesday morning at the UCF Emergency Operations Center for a hands-on practical discussion related to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Although no cases have been reported at UCF or…
For UCF Faculty: Consider How Coronavirus Could Affect Your Research
Mon Mar 9
From Elizabeth Klonoff, Vice President for Research and Dean of the College of Graduate Studies Colleagues: The news is flooded with updates about the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, and we want to assure you we are continuing to monitor the situation. For the latest information and instructions visit UCF’s website dedicated to this issue.…
UCF School of Social Work Awards Seed Grants for Interdisciplinary Research
Mon Mar 9
The UCF School of Social Work is committed to providing essential and unique research to health and mental health fields through the school’s Center for Behavioral Health Research and Training (CBHRT) research grants. Recently, four interdisciplinary research teams from Nursing, Population Health Sciences, Physical Therapy, Health Sciences and Social Work received seed grant funding of…
Making A Difference: Protecting the Aquatic Ecosystem
Mon Mar 9
Kelly Kibler spends a good deal of time in the classroom and her lab at UCF, but it’s not unusual to see her with her feet in the mud of local waterways or driving a boat. For the assistant professor in the College of Engineering and Computer Science, those days usually start very early after she…
Faculty Honored for Excellence in Women’s History Month
Mon Mar 9
Five College of Medicine faculty are among 31 women being honored by UCF Faculty Excellence during March for Women’s History Month. The women were nominated by peers and colleagues for their impact on campus and the wider community. This year’s College of Medicine honorees include physicians, a racecar-driving molecular biologist, a librarian and a researcher…
UCF Grad Finds Purpose as a Voice for the Voiceless
Mon Mar 9
Exhausted and filled with nerves, Brandie Hollinger ’07 looked toward the stage in front of UCF’s Student Union as the sun poured down in the late afternoon. Hollinger’s name rung out through the speakers. After so much campaigning and hard work, she made UCF history. Her entire team — donning their red campaign shirts — let out…
