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Orlando Sentinel: 'Welcome to the Moon' Poignantly Finds Laughs in Life, Love

November 18, 2021  “Theatre UCF’s production, on an elegantly atmospheric set by Vandy Wood, finds plenty of laughs in [John Patrick] Shanley’s humorous characters and settings.”

Assistant Professor of Jazz Percussion Clarence Penn Inspires Onstage and Off

November 17, 2021  Despite only being with the UCF School of Performing Arts for a few months, assistant professor of jazz percussion Clarence Penn has already made a substantial impact.

Pegasus Professor Luis Martínez-Fernández a Finalist for Don Quijote Award

November 17, 2021  Professor of history Luis Martínez-Fernández is a finalist for a 2021 Don Quijote Award, an honor that recognizes visionary, courageous Central Floridians

New Lecture Series Features Research in Women's and Gender Studies

November 16, 2021  This month, the Women’s and Gender Studies program presented the inaugural Gloria Anzaldúa Lecture Series.

Associate Professor of Russian Honored by the Florida Foreign Language Association

November 16, 2021  Associate professor of Russian Alla Kourova was honored by the Florida Foreign Language Association with the organization’s Most Valuable Teacher Award.

Supply Vault for Student Veteran Success Launches at UCF

November 12, 2021  UCF’s Supply Vault for Student Veteran Success officially launched earlier this week.

WESH-Channel 2: Stephanie Murphy Visits UCF to Kick Off Veteran's Day Week

November 10, 2021  On Tuesday, November 9, Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy attended and spoke at UCF’s Veterans Salute, a ceremony honoring veteran students and staff.

Orlando Sentinel: UCF's 'Welcome to the Moon and Other One Acts' to Honor Late Professor Mark Brotherton

November 10, 2021  Theatre UCF faculty, students and alumni are coming together to produce “Welcome to the Moon and Other One Acts” in honor of the late Mark Brotherton.

First-Generation UCF Student Finds Confidence to Pursue Her Dreams

November 08, 2021  When she crosses the stage in 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in studio art and a minor in sociology, Eileen Zelaya will count the moment as one of her greatest accomplishments.

NSM Today: 'More Than Just a Musician': Violin Professor's Lifelong Passion Resonates

November 08, 2021  For professor of violin Ayako Yonetani, leaving an audience with the feeling of a memorable and impactful performance is the most important thing.

NSM Today: Broadway on Magnolia Choir Concert Offers a Sense of Community

November 08, 2021  The UCF Singing Knights performed in the first-ever Broadway on Magnolia concert Saturday at the Dr. Phillips Center of Performing Arts with Encore! Performing Arts and the Orlando Choral Society.

Applications Open for the 2021 Pabst Steinmetz Foundation Arts and Wellness Innovation Awards

November 08, 2021  The theme for the 2021 Pabst Steinmetz Foundation Arts and Wellness Innovation Awards is strength, resolve and resilience.

Engaging in Ethical Dialogue About the COVID-19 Pandemic

November 03, 2021  Dr. Luciana Garbayo, assistant professor of philosophy and medical education, engages in ethical dialogue about the COVID-19 pandemic and public health with the community.

WMFE: Associate Professor of History Discusses the Roots and Trauma of Native American Boarding Schools

November 01, 2021  Associate professor of history Daniel Murphree spoke with WMFE about Native American boarding schools and the generational trauma that they caused.

Orlando Sentinel: UCF's Project Spotlight Provides Theater Opportunities for All Majors

November 01, 2021  UCF’s Project Spotlight, a student-run organization, provides collaborative opportunities for students of all majors to take part in productions and develop original works through One Act Festivals and Ten Minute Play Competitions.

How a Car Accident Led This Themed Experience Instructor to Direct Orlando’s Halloween Haunts

November 01, 2021  Themed experience instructor Patrick Braillard ’14MA on his expertise in creating immersive, scary events that bring SeaWorld’s first Howl-o-Scream to life.

Texts and Technology Alumna Explores How Humanities Research Can Save Lives

October 29, 2021  Working on her dissertation for the Texts and Technology program led Linda Garrison ’21PhD to a significant conclusion: humanities research can save lives.

UCF History Professors on What It’s Like Serving as Fellows for the Royal Historical Society

October 29, 2021  As fellows of the Royal Historical Society, Assistant Professor Duncan Hardy and Associate Professor and Department of History Chair Peter Larson strengthen their research through the collaborative community.

SVAD MFA Student Adds Magical Touch to Disney’s 50th Anniversary

October 28, 2021  From a childhood dream to her dream job, SVAD MFA student Ana Beltran ’19 brings imagination to life through animation.

History Graduate Student Helps Preserve and Amplify Orlando’s LGBTQ History

October 25, 2021  As vice president of the LGBTQ History Museum of Central Florida, Alexis Rodriguez ’18 has a chance to apply the lessons he’s learned in his studies at UCF while celebrating the community he’s a part of.