UCF Ranks No. 1 in Nation for Hospitality for 7th Year, No. 2 for Transportation Science for 2026 ShanghaiRanking鈥檚 2026 Global Ranking of Academic Subjects recognized UCF for its strengths in hospitality and tourism, and transportation science and technology 鈥� areas that drive $11.6 trillion in economic impact globally.
NSF Funds Pilot Program to Support Small Businesses in Accelerating Commercialization of Their Late-Stage Deep-Technology and Avoid the 鈥淰alley of Death鈥� The $20 million program聽aims to address a persistent gap that separates federally funded deep technology research from commercial success.
Investing in Competitive Excellence: UCF Alum Creates Cyber Champions, Strengthens Futures After leading UCF鈥檚 top-ranked cybersecurity competition team for more than a decade, alumnus and lecturer Thomas Nedorost 鈥�02 is making a planned gift to ensure future Knights have the resources, mentorship and opportunities to thrive.
8 UCF Faculty Members to Be Inducted in Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida UCF faculty were recognized for their advancements and impact in artificial intelligence, medical diagnostic technology, computer science, energy and manufacturing, and coastal resiliency.
UCF Researcher to Support DOE Project Using AI to Accelerate Scientific Discovery Assistant Professor Haonan Ling will explore virtual solutions to biomanufacturing for the Department of Energy鈥檚 Genesis Mission, which aims to strengthen America鈥檚 energy industry and national security.
2 Graduating Student-Veterans Share Their Courage to Begin Again U.S. Army veterans Alexandria Marcellus and Mason Miles found more than a fulfilling academic journey at UCF. Through community, leadership and industry experience, they launched careers, discovered purpose and redefined what service looks like.
UCF Engineering Students’ Excellence Celebrated With 2026 Astronaut Scholarship The prestigious scholarship offers financial support up to $15,000 in addition to mentorship and extensive networking opportunities.
UCF鈥檚 Summer 2026 Commencement Set for July 31-Aug. 1 Graduates will hear from聽distinguished聽alumni聽who鈥檝e聽made significant contributions聽in聽the Orlando community.
UCF Researchers Win International Award for Robotic Technology That Shares Immersive Experiences Recognized with one of the augmented reality industry’s highest honors, UCF researchers are advancing robotic telepresence that could reshape how people work, explore and provide care from afar.
From Earth to Titan: UCF Researchers Model Landscapes Using River Geometry The research could help scientists better understand how rivers shape Earth 鈥� and how ancient landscapes formed on Mars and Saturn鈥檚 largest moon, Titan.
