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Department Archives: Themed Experience

Walt Disney Imagineer Bob Weis makes an appearance at UCF

December 3, 2024 by Tea Higginbotham
Former Walt Disney Imagineers President Bob Weis visited UCF and spoke to students about his book “Dream Chasing.”

UCF partners with Universal Creative to inspire next generation of Themed Entertainment leaders

November 7, 2024 by Heather
Each semester, UCF students work on-site at Universal Orlando Resort, gaining first-hand experience in developing theme park rides and experiences, including the upcoming Universal Epic Universe.

LIFE at UCF Members Learn about Themed Experience Track

September 23, 2024 by Jamie Akenberger
UCF Themed Experience professor and director Peter Weishar spoke to LIFE at UCF members about the Themed Experience master’s track.

Why My Journey as a Theme Park Professional Led Me to Academia

September 13, 2024 by Jamie Akenberger
New UCF-themed Experience Program visiting instructor, Chaz Moneypenny, reflects on his journey as a theme park professional and what led him to academia.

Welcoming New Faculty Members to the College of Arts and Humanities

August 7, 2024 by Jamie Akenberger
The UCF College of Arts and Humanities welcomes new faculty members joining our college in fall 2024.

Industry and Academia Collaborate to Empower Themed Experience Students

March 4, 2024 by Jamie Akenberger
Peter Weishar, Professor of Themed Experience; Program Director, Themed Experience MS Degree and MFA Track speaks on the UCF Universal Creative Lab

InPark Magazine: Education Front feature

November 14, 2023 by Heather
Themed Experience Program Director Peter Weishar interviewed several members of his Advisory Council for InPark Magazine.

Themed Experience students create concepts for Alterface’s The Wander

September 13, 2023 by Heather
Five students in UCF’s Themed Experience program gained hands-on industry experience by collaborating with Alterface’s new interactive technology, The Wander.

The Art of Attractions

March 30, 2023 by Morganne Flood
UCF’s themed experience students are learning the methods behind entertainment magic.

Former Disney Imagineer Patrick Brennan Joins UCF Themed Experience Program Faculty

January 10, 2023 by Morganne Flood
UCF welcomes creative powerhouse Patrick Brennan as a visiting instructor, to inspire innovation and imagination in the next generation of themed experience creators. He joins founding program director of Themed Experience Peter Weishar on the faculty.

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