A new era of social media
Even in the early days of the civil rights movement. Activists used powerful images to raise awareness of racial injustice.
UCF history professor Jim Clark comments on updates at Disney’s Hall of Presidents
UCF history professor Jim Clark provides his thoughts on the closure of a Magic Kingdom attraction for refurbishment to refresh its lineup of presidential figures.
UCF historian John Sacher provides historical context to political events
UCF historian John Sacher offers historical context for political events.
The Naughty List: Krampus, Other Dark Characters as Holiday Traditions
As Krampus gains popularity, discover the history behind the folkloric figure and other dark legends connected to the holiday season.
Historian Tiffany Earley-Spadoni Receives International Recognition
Tiffany Earley-Spadoni, Associate Professor of History, has been awarded the American Society of Overseas Research Membership Service Award.
UCF History Professor John Sacher discusses the election
UCF History Professor John Sacher… ✨ discusses the possibility of a president not being determined by November 6th. Watch the complete interview here. ✨ explains how the Electoral College actually works. Read the complete article here.
9 Fascinating Facts About Florida History You Didn’t Know
The History Department at UCF delves into fascinating aspects of Florida’s past.
UCF Adjunct Professor and Rabbi Shares Insight on Jewish High Holy Days
Adjunct History professor Rabbi Sanford Olshansky, who teaches Judaic studies, shares the traditions of Rosh Hashanah — the first of the Jewish High Holy Days spanning 10 days — and Yom Kippur, which marks the end of the observance.
Threats, assassination attempts come with the office Trump once held and is seeking again
UCF history lecturer David Head weighs in on threats and assassination attempts against political figures below.
Beavers, Gettysburg, and Civil War Memory: A Conversation with Barbara Gannon
Department of History Professor Barbara Gannon discusses the unexpected intersection of natural and Civil War history on the Civil War Memory podcast.