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UCF's people power our rise. Their talent drives student success, research excellence and impact that moves the world forward. Our trajectory towards preeminence isn’t our destination — it’s our launchpad for what’s next. ucf.edu/DaringToLead

Adler Dehner ’12 and Monica Cortez ’17 turned their shared love for UCF into a lifelong love story. 💛⚔️

Did you know your brain actually shifts in space? As NASA continues to advance the Artemis program, UCF researchers and space experts are collaborating to ensure future travelers to the moon, Mars stay safe and healthy. ucf.edu/news/ucf-indus…

Healing hearts ➕ killing cancer, all with a cell 500 times thinner than a human hair. 🤏 UCF's Dr. Dinender Singla is partnering with Orlando investor and UCF donor Chakri Toleti to create a patent-pending technology to deliver therapies to prevent heart disease and kill cancer cells precisely to where they are needed. By placing therapeutics inside minuscule exosomes and coating them with cell-specific markers, the cells know exactly where to bring the treatment, potentially delivering powerful treatments at lower doses - meaning less collateral damage and severe side effects from chemotherapy for patients. Learn more about the future of this research at med.ucf.edu/.../ucf-resear….

Why does the nerve-to-muscle connection matter? 💪 Using human-on-a-chip technology, UCF researchers reveal that movement-related Alzheimer’s symptoms may start in the body’s nerves and muscles.

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Have you ever wondered how we become human? 🦴 Sarah Freidline, a paleoanthropologist and assistant professor in UCF's Department of Anthropology, uses high-resolution CT scans and 3D reconstructions of fossil skulls to study how humans evolved over time.

Using an advanced X-ray technique, Assistant Professor of Biology Jeffrey Sosa-Calvo has helped create detailed images of 2,000 ant specimens, offering insight on their physical traits to advance science and even the arts .🐜 
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Class of 2026, here’s to the memories, the milestones and everything ahead. Charge On! 🎓

Latrell Sam-German is the first graduate from the professional track in UCF’s bachelor’s in criminal justice program. Now, he's not only getting his UCF degree, but he'll start his first full week as a sworn officer. ucf.edu/news/ucfs-crim…

From Beast Games to graduation, Colby Sparkman ’26 learned the power of teamwork, confidence and stepping outside his comfort zone, lessons shaped by his time in the competition and at UCF. From building strong connections to pushing past challenges, he’s ready for whatever comes next.💪 🎓 @UCF @UCFBusiness

This weekend, U.S. Marine veteran and education student StaceyAnn Castro Tapler, 49, graduated alongside her son 21-year-old Johnny Castro, an aspiring doctor. 

 Learn more about her story: ucf.edu/news/a-familys…

Guided by their two-time alum instructor and UCF researchers, three Oviedo High School students are ready to represent Central Florida at the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF). ucf.edu/news/ucf-grads…

The future of immersive entertainment just landed at UCF 🌎 Universal Destinations & Experiences is launching the Universal School of Experience Leadership & Innovation at @rosencollege creating a direct connection between classroom learning and guest experiences.

Dared to dream it. Proud to live it. Congratulations to the class of 2026 #UCFGrad 🎓️🫶

“The world needs your intelligence. But even more than that, it needs your judgment. Your integrity. Your curiosity. Your discipline. Your kindness. Your courage. Your voice.” - Maj. Gen. James E. Smith 🫶

The future is yours, #UCFGrads🖤💛🎓

Brian Adams, president & CEO of AdventHealth Central Florida Division took the commencement stage — after helping expand care for 3M+ patients across Central Florida. Impact at scale. 🎓️

From UCF finance grad to leading data-driven innovation. Barry Miller, president of Voloridge Investment Management & Voloridge Health, returns as a commencement speaker — after a $50M transformational gift to UCF. The future of business education? Already in motion. ✨️

🎓Tune in LIVE!🎓 May 8th at 9 a.m.: youtube.com/live/wuA3BFxhC… May 8th at 2 p.m.: youtube.com/live/ObeCObFOv… May 8th at 7 p.m.: youtube.com/live/zwYkHS8jv… May 9th at 9 a.m.: youtube.com/live/MwWE8sOx5… May 9th at 2 p.m.: youtube.com/live/WTx3uyP6S… May 9th at 7 p.m.: youtube.com/live/poAPXEb0T…

Two years ago, Preston Strenth bet on himself and enrolled in UCF’s computer science program. Now he’s graduating with a lucrative job offer from one of the world’s leading financial services companies. ✨ Learn more about his journey: bit.ly/4d1Vhbx

At UCF, commencement is more than a milestone 🎓 Before students cross the stage, they’ve already built experience. By the time they graduate, they’re aligned with real-world demand. ucf.edu/news/one-stage…