UCF’s annual Eternal Knights Memorial Service is our opportunity to honor the life and legacy of 10 students who passed away during this recent year. We invite the campus community to join their loved ones for a solemn tribute as we recognize each student as an “Eternal Knight.” This event, while somber, is an incredibly […]
The Recreation and Wellness Center (RWC) is proud to share that UCF alumnus Tom Eaton ’07 BSBA, ’08 MBA served as the Line Judge for the NFL AFC Championship between the Denver Broncos and the New England Patriots on January 25. Eaton, now in his sixth season as an NFL official, has demonstrated excellence throughout […]
The Work Where You Learn Fair was a high-energy on-campus employment job fair highlighting student job opportunities across UCF. During the two-hour event, 640+ students attended, with over 200 checking in within the first 30 minutes, demonstrating strong interest in campus-based roles. Nearly 40 UCF departments participated, connecting students with positions that support both professional […]
Earlier this month the Office of Undergraduate Admissions had the opportunity to send six of our student Ambassadors to Portland, OR to attend the Student Development Institute, an annual three-day conference hosted by The Collegiate Information and Visitor Services Association (CIVSA)! Our Ambassadors serve as our campus tour guides and UCF representatives for prospective students […]
The second year of Early Action decisions by Undergraduate Admissions marked a 16% increase, with 37,639 Early Action applications. Of those students, 22,090 students were offered admission Friday, Dec. 5, a 22.5% increase over last year’s inaugural launch cycle. This class of applicants represents more than 800 Florida high schools, all 50 states, 44 countries […]
Almost 1,000 students ran this year’s annual MidKnight 5K, hosted by the Recreation and Wellness Center (RWC). “Last year we had 642 runners, so that was a big bump for us,” says Leah Freeman, RWC marketing and communications manager. Freeman notes that major sponsors like Orlando Health, Lululemon, and Coke helped boost the event’s success […]
The Division of Student Success and Well-Being says farewell to Deputy Chief of Staff Mark Gumble on Nov. 6 after two decades of service. Gumble’s 20 years at UCF were defined by an unwavering commitment to students, leaving behind a powerful legacy of student-focused programs and collaboration. Gumble’s journey to UCF began by coincidence. “I […]
Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK) is a premier national leadership honor society that celebrates students who lead with character, service, and distinction. With fewer than 9,000 members selected nationwide each year, ODK recognizes excellence across the five phases of campus life—scholarship, athletics, campus involvement, communications, and the arts. Membership offers more than recognition. ODK connects students […]
On Aug. 7 the Dr. Gordon D. Chavis, Jr. Auditorium was officially dedicated in the Duke Energy UCF Welcome Center. The ceremony honored the remarkable legacy of leadership and service of Dr. Gordon Chavis, who retired in 2022 as Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services. During his distinguished tenure, Gordon guided UCF through record enrollment growth, expanded […]
The Knights Major Exploration and Transition Center will be presenting Academic Exploration Week (AEW) from September 29th to October 3rd! Encourage students to be the star of their own story by attending events exploring majors and careers and learning about opportunities like research, study abroad, and other high-impact experiences. The signature event of the week, […]