26 Books, Videos and Plays That Can Help Educate on Race and Racism
June 09, 2020 To learn more about racial history and current events, check out these titles recommended by UCF faculty and librarians.
Application Deadline Extended to July 1 for MFA in Themed Experience Track
June 09, 2020 Due to the disruption caused by Covid-19, the application deadline for the Themed Experience track has been extended to July 1.
Theatre alumnus Brian Cavallaro ’01 helps produce YouTube’s ‘Dear Class of 2020’
June 04, 2020 A theatre alum shares his journey to landing a gig at the June 6 celebration that features some of the world’s biggest icons.
COVID-19: Lessons from the Black Death
May 29, 2020 Historian Peter L. Larson draws some comparisons between current days and another public health crisis: the Black Death in the 14th century. This article was written as part of the Addressing Global Crisis Project, which is run by UCF’s Office of Global Perspectives & International Initiatives.
The Power of Creativity and Caring During Challenging Times
May 29, 2020 Jeff Kepler ’11, a graphic designer, used his creativity to honor heroes around the world, including Anthony King ’14BSN ’17MSN, a nurse caring for COVID-19 patients in New York City.
English major Jada Reyes wins 2020 Outstanding Student Support Award
May 26, 2020 English Major and future MFA student Jada Reyes won the 2020 Information Technologies and Resources (IT&R) Outstanding Student Support award.
Recent Spanish grad Abigail Weisse ’20 receives Fulbright
May 26, 2020 The travel-abroad program will send Abigail Weisse ’20 to teach English in Spain.
Photography student selected for the 31st ACA Student Exhibition
May 22, 2020 Photography student Michele Meyers was selected to exhibit her work in the Atlantic Center for the Arts’ 31st Annual University Student Exhibition. Meyers is the third UCF student in recent years to receive this honor.
Best Student Film Award Goes to “Filthy Dreamers”
May 12, 2020 “Filthy Dreamers” was narrated by associate professor of history Connie Lester, and led by project faculty advisers Robert Cassanello, Ph.D., and Lisa Mills, Ph.D.
Epic Games, Maker of Fortnite, Awards UCF Professor Grant to Enhance AR and VR Technology
May 11, 2020 Maria Harrington earned the grant after creating the Virtual UCF Arboretum and will use the funds to enhance immersive learning experiences about the natural world.
A Day in the Life of a Stay-at-Home Professor
May 07, 2020 Nathan Holic ’02 ’07MFA, an associate lecturer in writing and rhetoric, on what it’s like to teach and work from home with three young kids.
Writing and Rhetoric celebrates graduation virtually
May 06, 2020 In lieu of an in-person celebration, the Department of Writing and Rhetoric gathered online to recognize their graduating students.
Staff Awards recognize dedication and success
May 06, 2020 The annual CAH staff awards recognize employees who have delivered exemplary service to the college and UCF.
Leading virtual reality
May 04, 2020 As an undergraduate student, Thomas Pring ’20 worked in two research labs to level up from gamer to virtual reality game designer.
History class makes news with unique project
April 27, 2020 History instructor Kevin Mercer is receiving national media attention for his COVID-19-related class assignment.
10 SVAD students, alumni and faculty finalists in ArtFields 2020: Now Virtual
April 24, 2020 Six alumni, three current students and one faculty member from the School of Visual Arts and Design are finalists for the 2020 ArtFields competition.
Congratulations to CAH's 2019-20 TIP and RIA Awardees
April 24, 2020 Congratulations to the faculty members who have been selected to receive 2019-20 UCF Teaching Incentive Program (TIP) Awards or Research Incentive Awards (RIA).
Meet Taylor Pryor, 2020 Order of Pegasus winner and English lit major
April 23, 2020 Taylor Pryor, an English literature major, is the 2020 Order of Pegasus recipient for the College of Arts and Humanities.
Student uses spanish to improve healthcare for diverse communities
April 22, 2020 Zeynep Elshaer, who is majoring in biomedical sciences and Spanish, wants to be a doctor who won’t let language get in the way of delivering good care.
13 Songs for the Ultimate Uplifting Playlist
April 21, 2020 From classical masterpieces to the funkiness of virtual band Gorillaz, these selections from UCF’s music faculty make for a soundtrack of positivity.