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How Arts Education Rewires Young Brains for Academic Success
July 31, 2025 Neuroscience research shows that arts education is a major driver of cognitive development, with benefits far beyond creative expression.

UCF Wind Ensemble Receives Prestigious Invitation to Perform at the College Band Directors National Association (CBDNA) Southern Division Conference
July 31, 2025 The UCF Wind Ensemble was one of six ensembles invited to perform at the College Band Directors National Association (CBDNA) Southern Division Conference. This year’s conference will be hosted at the University of South Florida in Tampa, February 19-21, 2026, and the ensemble’s performance will be at 7 PM on...

Theatre UCF’s 2024–25 Season: A Year of Bold Stories and Transformative Learning
July 11, 2025 Theatre UCF’s 2024–25 season was more than a lineup of plays. It was a yearlong exploration of identity, resilience and creativity that challenged students to grow as artists and professionals and gave them the chance to perform for 11,032 patrons.

Annual CAH Staff Awards Honor Excellence and Service
June 11, 2025 The UCF College of Arts and Humanities’ annual staff awards recognize employees who have delivered exemplary service to their department, the university and the community.