Associate Professor Ann Gleig Awarded Fellowship for Research on Buddhism
November 21, 2022 Ann Gleig, associate professor of Religion and Cultural Studies at UCF, has been selected as McGill University’s Numata Visiting Professor for the Fall 2023 term.
Kithaulos: Professor Duo Blends Cultures to Create 'Eclectic' Musical Experience
November 18, 2022 Garcia and Desmet perform during their Faculty Recital on Oct. 14. They combine their individual cultural backgrounds to present a unique concert that opens the doors for the future of the duo.
UCF Philosophy Professor Selected as Scialog Fellow for Molecular Basis of Cognition Research
November 17, 2022 The goal of the research is to transform the understanding of the brain, with broad applications to prevent neurodegenerative disease and develop neuromorphic computing.
School of Visual Arts and Design Hosts Inaugural “Art Knight!” Open House Event
November 14, 2022 The Visual Arts Building will open its doors to the public for community networking, classroom tours, student art showcases, live music and free refreshments to accompany the opening reception for Mimesis: Fall 2022 BFA Exhibition in the UCF Gallery.
CAH Events: Cancellations and Postponements Due to Tropical Storm Nicole
November 08, 2022 The UCF campus will be closed for operations on Wednesday and Thursday due to Tropical Storm Nicole, and Friday for Veterans Day. All public events scheduled for those days will be canceled or rescheduled.
Book Talk with UCF Alumnus Dr. Bob Beatty Brings Inspiration to Students
November 08, 2022 Dr. Bob Beatty, author, public historian and double UCF alumnus sat down with Dr. Scot French, director of public history at UCF, to discuss his new book “Play All Night!: Duane Allman and the Journey to Fillmore East” Thursday, Oct. 27. The book talk consists of Beatty sharing his experiences...
Knights Do That Podcast: Combining Art and Technology
November 07, 2022 Renowned composer and Pegasus Professor Stella Sung shares the importance of integrating science and the arts, as well as her research on using virtual and augmented reality in the classical concert setting.
UCF Students Win Southeast Regional Ethics Bowl
November 07, 2022 On Saturday, Nov. 5, the UCF Ethics Bowl team won the Southeast Regional Ethics Bowl, making this their second regional championship in three years.
The Native American Influence Among Us
November 03, 2022 Artifacts and historical accounts of the Central Florida region point to what has always been most important to native peoples: respect.
Orlando Sentinel: UCF mourns artist Walter Gaudnek, designer Joseph Rusnock
November 02, 2022 Walter Gaudnek was as colorful and bold as the art he created. Theatrical designer Joseph Rusnock was remembered as caring and creative. Both men are being mourned at the University of Central Florida, where they were fixtures for generations of students in artistic fields of study.
Theatre UCF’s As You Like It Explores Society and Identity with Love, Laughter and Music
November 02, 2022 Enter the magical Forest of Arden in Theatre UCF’s production of this Shakespeare comedy ripe with themes of hope, redemption and self-discovery.
Pegasus Professor and Artistic Director Julia Listengarten Recognized with 2022 Luminary Award
November 02, 2022 Julia Listengarten, Pegasus Professor and artistic director of Theatre UCF, was honored with a 2022 Luminary Award for her use of the arts to help society confront difficult questions and promote positive change.
UCF Celebrates Veterans Month with Campus-wide Events
November 01, 2022 November is National Veterans and Military Families Month, and UCF is honoring veterans in our community with on-campus and virtual events throughout the month.
The Therapeutic Benefits of Creating Art
November 01, 2022 Professor Emerita of Philosophy and Humanities Kristin Congdon reports the benefits of creating art.
Remembering Walter Gaudnek, Influential Artist and Longtime UCF Professor
October 28, 2022 A professor in the School of Visual Arts and Design for 50 years before his retirement in 2020, Walter Gaudnek is celebrated for his contributions to UCF and the international art world.
Student Takes on History Podcasting, Bringing the Past to New Audiences
October 27, 2022 History undergraduate Sebastian Garcia is taking up both Knights HistoryCast and the Florida Historical Quarterly podcast, interviewing historians at the university and beyond. But he couldn’t have done it without his mentor, Holly Baker ’14’18MA.
Honoring Joseph Rusnock, Professor and Designer for the School of Performing Arts
October 27, 2022 Joseph Rusnock, former longtime designer and associate professor in the School of Performing Arts passed away last week. He is remembered for his 33 years of work at UCF and his contributions to students.
Playing an Instrument in Childhood Boosts the Brain, say UCF Professors
October 25, 2022 Two professors at UCF report the benefits associated with playing an instrument as a child.
UCF, Universal Creative's Collaboration in the News
October 25, 2022 UCF’s Themed Experience Program recently unveiled their collaboration with Universal Creative to bring a hands-on, immersive learning environment to its students. This collaboration will allow students at UCF to learn from Universal show producers, engineers, creative directors and more. The collaboration has been well-received by students, faculty and fans alike....
SVAD Collaboration Brings Halo-Themed Designs to Limbitless
October 24, 2022 New Halo-themed designs are coming to Limbitless’ collaboration with 343 Industries as a result of students’ and faculty’s artwork in UCF’s School of Visual Arts and Design.