UCF Biologist Records Highest-Ever Voltage By Electric Eel
Mon Sep 23
The 860-volt eel discovered by Associate Professor William Crampton, Ph.D., is now part of the Guinness Book of World Records.
UCF Recognized for Student Success Efforts
Wed Sep 18
APLU named UCF a finalist for its 2019 Degree Completion Award, recognizing the university’s efforts and progress in helping underrepresented students complete their degrees.
Acclaimed Knights Wall Spotlights Top Awards and Fellowships Earned by Students
Sun Sep 15
UCF has a new showcase for students whose academic achievement and excellence have earned national and international recognition. The Acclaimed Knights Wall outside the Pegasus Ballroom of the Student Union features names of students who have earned prestigious awards and fellowships. Among others, those honors include Fulbright Scholar, Truman Scholar, Boren Award, National Science Foundation…
How to Help after Hurricane Dorian
Wed Sep 11
Although Hurricane Dorian spared UCF from a direct hit, its impact resonated across our campus. Our hearts go out to the people of the Bahamas and to our many students, faculty and staff who have ties to the islands. This week, we’ve connected with each of our Bahamian students to offer them additional support and…
Provost Offers Guidance for UCF Faculty on Course Assignments During Campus Closures
Thu Aug 29
Dear Colleagues: As we prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Dorian, I would like to offer some guidance regarding course assignments during campus closure periods. When a significant storm hits, widespread power outages are likely, making it difficult or even impossible for students and faculty alike to access the internet and complete online work. When…
Mazzucchelli Selected as 2019-20 Provost Fellow
Thu Aug 29
Dr. Chiara Mazzucchelli of the College of Arts and Humanities has been named the 2019-20 Provost Fellow in the Office of the Provost and Academic Affairs.
(RESCHEDULED) Campus Forums Slated Sept. 10-13 for Vice Provost and Dean Candidates
Mon Aug 26
The campus community is invited to open forums next week for four finalists seeking to be UCF’s next professor and vice provost for Teaching and Learning and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies.
Help New and Returning Knights as a Campus Locator Volunteer
Wed Aug 7
Volunteers are being sought to help students navigate campus as they begin classes on Aug. 26-27. Student Development and Enrollment Services coordinates the annual Campus Locators program that helps students locate classes, find buildings and resources, and find answers to questions. Campus locator stations will be at four key traffic areas throughout the main campus…
August 2019 Provost Update: A Summer of Impact
Fri Aug 2
As a vigorous summer of courses and learning concludes at UCF, the influence of our faculty and students resonates throughout the world.
Welcome New Knights as a Move-in Ambassador
Tue Jul 23
Apply through Aug. 5 and show your Knights’ pride in helping our incoming students move into their new UCF home for the fall.
CCIE Welcomes Six Leaders to their New Roles in College Leadership
Tue Jul 16
We are pleased to announce several leadership updates at the College of Community Innovation and Education.
UCF Engineering Chair Named Fellow of Royal Society of Chemistry
Fri Jul 12
Sudipta Seal, an engineering professor and chair of UCF’s Department of Materials Science and Engineering, has been named a fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry, one of the oldest chemical societies in the world.
Aerospace Professor Appointed CECS Associate Dean
Wed Jul 3
Associate Professor Ali P. Gordon has accepted the position of the Associate Dean of Graduate Affairs for the College of Engineering and Computer Science.
Provost Makes 2 Appointments to Leadership Team
Mon Jul 1
Two key appointments in the Office of the Provost will help us advance faculty excellence and student success at UCF.
Nursing Simulation Center Manager Honored with International Award
Sat Jun 22
Syretta Spears, manager for the Simulation, Technology, Innovation & Training (STIM) Center at the UCF College of Nursing, has been honored with the “Frontline Simulation Champion” Excellence Award from the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation & Learning (INACSL). The annual award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated extraordinary dedication to the day-to-day implementation of simulation and to…
