In the space of health and wellness – for Central Florida and the future
November 15, 2018 Allen Watters, director of UCF’s architecture program, and Carl Beers, principal with HKS Architects, Inc., discuss their methods for steadily, carefully curating the next generation of health-conscious architects.
Film, T&T students’ documentaries of Kolkata, India showcased
November 15, 2018 Film professor Phil Peters led a group to India this past summer to film. Three of their mini-documentaries will be featured during UCF’s International Week.
CAH alumnus and UCF’s first Rhodes Scholar returns to teach
November 14, 2018 After graduating from Oxford with his doctorate, two-time CAH alumnus Dr. Tyler Fisher returns to the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures to teach.
3 CAH alumni elected to Florida legislature
November 08, 2018 7 UCF Alumni in total were elected: 6 state representatives and 1 senator won their districts in Tuesday’s election.
"Many Colors of Courage" honors veterans' stories
November 06, 2018 Inspirational, heartbreaking and educational, “Many Colors of Courage: Voices of Our Veterans” takes the stage this Wednesday at 6 p.m. in the Visual Arts Building.
Story of a… Drum Major
November 05, 2018 She started leading at Boone High School. Spielman served two years as a drum major at Boone, where her sister was also a drum major, before attending her musical family’s alma mater. “I had always wanted to come to UCF.” The word “quit” isn’t in her dictionary. “I’ve auditioned for drum major every year...
Cathy Baust, Administrative Assistant retires after 26 years of service
November 02, 2018 Administrative Assistant Cathy Baust has retired from the Philosophy Department after 26 years of service with the University of Central Florida.
A brush with Japanese culture at UCF
November 02, 2018 Brush painting performance by artist Yasunori Kimata brings Japanese culture to UCF
Classic tale Of Mice and Men moves into Theatre UCF’s Black Box
November 02, 2018 John Steinbeck’s seminal classic, Of Mice and Men, depicts life in Depression-era California, but the themes and message of this story persist today. Dramaturg Bruce Costella explains that, “This kind of cultural ubiquity can be attributed to both the story’s shrewd prose and lasting heart.” Steinbeck initially conceived Of Mice...
UCF Women’s Chorus tackles “The Planets” with Orlando Philharmonic
November 02, 2018 The UCF Women’s Chorus is performing with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra this Saturday as part of their concert series. “We’ve been asked to perform Gustav Holst’s masterpiece, The Planets, which involves a treble chorus,” says Kelly Miller, UCF’s Women’s Chorus Director. “It’s an absolute honor in every way, shape and form....
Knights Saxophone Quartet win first place at Florida MTNA Chamber Winds
October 31, 2018 Congratulations to the Knights Saxophone Quartet for their 1st place finish in this weekend’s Florida MTNA Chamber Winds Competition. They advance to the southeast regional round where they will compete with other winners from Georgia, Alabama, Louisiana, South Carolina, North Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia. The MTNA National Student Competitions are...
Scroll & Quill Society inducts five CAH faculty
October 31, 2018 Five CAH faculty members were inducted into the Scroll & Quill Society for 2018-2019.
Don Stap, founder of English journals reads November 8
October 31, 2018 Don Stap is the author of two books of natural history prose—Birdsong and A Parrot Without a Name—and a collection of poems, Letter at the End of Winter.
A Passion for Storytelling: Alumni profile on Alex Cascio ’15
October 31, 2018 Alex Cascio ’15 grew up hearing his mother, Jeri Cascio ’87, retelling tales of her commute between Daytona and to the University of Central Florida, where she earned her finance degree. A generation later, Alex found himself attending his mother’s beloved alma mater.
Dr. Ann Gleig, Religion and Cultural Studies professor presents research in Australia
October 30, 2018 Dr. Ann Gleig will be attending two prominent conferences in Australia the first week of November give research talks on her new book.
The True Story Behind Horror Movies
October 30, 2018 Horror-film expert and NSCM Associate Professor Gary Rhodes discusses the origin of the genre, a UCF film legacy and what to watch this Halloween.
Veterans Month Events at UCF, Community
October 29, 2018 The University of Central Florida will honor and remember our nation’s veterans with several events throughout November. This year’s events will provide the Central Florida community with opportunities to hear stories shared by veterans, learn about resources and programs available, and support local veterans’ causes. Ranked as one of the...
Activist Legend at UCF
October 25, 2018 Dolores Huerta, legend, labor activist and social justice fighter will be visiting UCF on October 30, 2018 from 12:00-2:00. Please join us at the Key West Ballroom at the Student Union. All are welcome! Remember her famous words: “Every moment is an organizing opportunity, every person a potential activist, every...
UCF Veterans Legacy Program Inspires Orlando Resident to Share Family History
October 25, 2018 Bernie Daniels re-enlisted in the Army when the United States decided to join the fray of World War I. Having already served in the Philippines, Mr. Daniels, served again with the US Army’s 5th Infantry in France. One hundred years ago, in 1918, Mr. Daniels fought in multiple battles. Americans,...
'Walking Dead,' 'Kimmy Schmidt' actor helps UCF student film set at Wally's
October 24, 2018 Orlando resident Carlos Navarro has had his Hollywood moments, having appeared in Netflix’s “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt” and AMC’s blockbuster “The Walking Dead.” Now, he’s helping UCF film students with filming their five-minute short film. “Rhapsodic” will tell the story of two criminals and a hostage at a safe house, which...