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Fun Filled Day of Physics Exploration
On Saturday, the UCF department of physics hosted approximately 100 local high school students for the Physics Career Exploration Day. The day started with some light refreshments in the Physical Sciences Building that were followed by physicists speaking about great career opportunities within their fields. Students got to hear the personal stories of successful physicists […]
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International Honor Brought to UCF Mathematics Department
The UCF department of mathematics has received one of the highest honors in the math world. Equivalent to winning an Oscar in the film industry, Dr. Jiongmin Yong spoke at the International Congress of Mathematicians (ICM) in August. This congress is viewed as one of the highest honors for mathematicians, reflecting the world-wide recognition on […]
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Under the Microscope with Forensic Science
The UCF community has its very own forensic science center, but it’s not all dimly lit labs and high-speed car chases. Forensic scientists from around the world frequently gather together at the National Center for Forensic Science (NCFS), located on Research Parkway, to conduct their research. Nov. 2 – 4, a meeting was held for […]
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Mexico Hosts PhD Student’s Summer Research
While the ports of Mexico are populated by college students on summer vacation, one UCF student set sail to study mental health among Latinos. Andel Nicasio, a Clinical Psychology PhD student spent 10 weeks in Mexico conducting mental health disparities research. Nicasio is a recipient of the Minority Health and Health Disparities International Research Training […]
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Lou Frey Institute Tracks Florida’s Civic Engagement
A new website that permits Floridians to monitor the condition of Florida’s civic health launched at the end of October as a result of a partnership among the University of Central Florida’s Lou Frey Institute, the Bob Graham Center at the University of Florida and the National Conference on Citizenship in Washington. Since 2008, the Institute has been working to […]
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Chemistry Alumnus’ Enthusiasm for Research Began at UCF
Dr. Allyn Brice, ’04, discovered his infatuation with research in the UCF Chemistry Department. During his last three years at UCF, Dr. Brice spent most of his time doing research in polymer synthesis with the Chemistry Department chair, Dr. Kevin Belfield. Dr. Brice’s research on organic synthesis was even included in one of Dr. Belfield’s […]
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The Strength of the International Relations Club
When there’s over 600 registered student organizations at UCF that are all unique in their own way, how do you make your own organization stand out from the rest? One way the UCF International Relations Club (IRC) addresses the issue is by hosting innovative social events such as “International Relations 2013 edition Monopoly,” cultural film […]
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UCF Political Science Graduate Thanks UCF for Her Success
Kerri Milita, ’06, ’09, graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Political Science and then pursued her M.A. at UCF. Upon graduation from UCF in May 2009, she began working on her Ph.D. in Political Science at Florida State University. In November 2013, Kerri accepted a tenure-track position as an assistant professor at Illinois State University […]
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UCF Moon Observation Night Saturday For Entire Family
UCF will host a free Moon Observation Night for children and their families on Saturday, Nov. 1, at the main campus. From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., observers will have an opportunity to view the moon through several telescopes set up at Knights Plaza near the CFE Arena. Students and professors associated with UCF’s Planetary Sciences Group […]
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Astronaut Scholarship Foundation offers opportunity to student scientists
30 years ago, the Mercury 7 astronauts joined together to encourage students to pursue scientific endeavors. Their idea of keeping America on the leading edge of technology led them to form the Mercury 7 Foundation, which later became the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation (ASF). UCF is one of the first five universities to sign a Memorandum […]
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Florida Campus Compact Honors Political Science Major for Community Service
Political science major Alice Neira recently was chosen as one of three students in the state to receive the Student Excellence in Service Award presented by Florida Campus Compact. The award recognizes students for outstanding service to communities through service-learning and volunteerism. Neira is pursuing her bachelor’s degree while earning a minor in education and a certification […]
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Sports, Politics & Cultural Transformation: The Evolution of Sports Around the World
On Nov. 12, Dr. Andrei Markovits will speak as part of the College of Sciences Distinguished Speaker Series in Winter Park at Cocina 214. Guests are asked to arrive at or before 6:00pm for drinks, to order dinner and mingle with the speaker. The talk begins promptly at 6:30pm. Please be sure to RSVP online at www.sciences.ucf.edu/dss. Markovits […]
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Distinguished Student 2014: Cynthia Florentino
Cynthia Florentino graduated from UCF with a political science degree after dedicating the majority of her time to professional development and extracurricular involvement. Florentino served in a cabinet position for the UCF Student Government Association and enrolled in a federal college program, where she became chair of the President’s Leadership Council her senior year. She […]
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Welcome to the Land of Opportunity, Dr. Powell
What do “lawyers”, “guns”, “money”, and a new UCF professor have in common? We’re not entirely sure but when asked what song he would choose to represent his life, Dr. Jonathan Powell elected the late 70’s hit “Lawyers, Guns and Money” by Warren Zevon. This song selection sparks interest as new UCF faculty member Dr. […]
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Science Café to feature Dr. Kate Mansfield
This Thursday, Oct. 30, Dr. Kate Mansfield will be featured in the second Science Café talk. Mansfield, from the UCF Biology Department, is speaking about her research on sea turtles in her talk titled “FOUND: The Sea Turtle “Lost Years”. By attaching satellite tracking devices to loggerhead turtles off of Florida’s coast, she and her team […]
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UCF Communication Alumna Honored with the UCF Professional Achievement Award at Black & Gold Gala
The UCF Black & Gold Gala is held annually during UCF Homecoming Week by the UCF Alumni Association to celebrate the achievements of UCF alumni who have “Reached for the Stars.” Gwen Griffin, ’85, was honored at the 2014 Black & Gold Gala with the UCF College of Sciences Professional Achievement Award. From a young […]
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Three Time UCF Psychology Grad Credits UCF’s Opportunities for Professional Success
Dr. Neil Ganey, ’99, ’01, ’04, ’06, recalled his best UCF memory as walking across the stage to receive his doctorate degree. While initially planning to be at UCF for a year or two, four degrees and ten years later, Dr. Ganey graduated with his Ph.D in Psychology. “I had never worked as hard for […]
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Social Anxiety Treated with Technology
Because they avoid social encounters, children growing up with social anxiety disorder or severe shyness often do not learn how to effectively engage in social encounters. Clinicians can teach social skills in the clinic, but children often do not get all of the opportunities that they need to practice in the community. Many clinicians are […]
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Pi Sigma Alpha’s Comeback Year
Pi Sigma Alpha is all about rebuilding and rebranding this year. In order to accomplish this, new PSA president, Aissa Dorange, is determined to bring in a new look and feel to the club. “PSA has not been a very active club in the past few semesters, so as the new president, I plan on […]
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70 COS Knights Give Back for Oyster Reef Restoration & Living Shoreline Stabilization
By Julia Anderson This year’s Knights Give Back, held on October 11, marked the eighth anniversary of UCF students, alumni, faculty and staff, coming together to make a lasting impact on the Central Florida community through 24 different service sites, including an on-campus project hosted by the UCF College of Sciences. The UCF College of […]
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New UCF Center to Educate Future Intelligence Workforce
The University of Central Florida has been awarded a $1.85 million grant to establish a center focused on intelligence and national security within the department of political science. The center will help prepare the workforce for the intelligence community of the future. UCF will become one of only a handful of universities nationwide to house […]
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Interfaith Forum to Feature Cultural, Religious Speakers
Representatives of cultural and religious institutions will speak at UCF on Thursday, Oct. 16, at a forum to promote interfaith dialogue and understanding. The registration-only event, which includes a light breakfast and lunch, will be 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Pegasus Ballroom of the Student Union. The program will feature representatives of different […]
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Tallahassee Bound – 2015 Legislative Scholars Selected
The department is pleased to congratulate the next round of Legislative scholars for the 2015 session. We are proud to be sending a large number of students this session, and thanks to all those who applied. This session’s applicant pool was very competitive. Please join us in congratulating those selected. 2015 Political Science Legislative Scholars: […]
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More Sea Turtles Come to Florida, but Reasons are Mysterious
This year’s early count of sea turtles nesting on Florida beaches is encouraging, though there are many unknowns in the numbers. Welcome to the mysterious world of sea turtles, which spend much of their life far from Florida’s beaches encountering fishing boats, oil spills, plastic trash and any number of other perils. Nesting by loggerhead, […]
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Help UCF’s Indiana Jones Team Beat Other Researchers in Contest
Did you know that Caracol, a Maya archaeological site being excavated by a University of Central Florida husband and wife team, beat the dig at Pompeii in a popularity contest last month? Today, you can help UCF anthropologists Arlen and Diane Chase, UCF’s very own Indiana Jones team, beat researchers who have excavated the South […]
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Scene of the Crime
By Angie Lewis, ’03 Shows like “CSI,” “Bones” and “NCIS” make the field of forensic science look exciting, and full of drama and intrigue. However, to the disappointment of crime show lovers everywhere, things don’t quite happen like they do on the small screen. Just ask Cory Winar, ’97, forensic lab manager for the Oregon State […]
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Grant Awarded for Research Excellence
Dr. Kerstin Hamann, professor of political science and chair of the department at UCF, was a recipient of the Miami-Florida European Union Center for Excellence’s (MEUCE) Faculty Research Grant. She plans to use the grant to continue her research on the recent financial crises in the European Union, especially the policy-making process and electoral consequences of […]
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2014 Faculty Research Grant Awardee: Dr. Joanna Mishtal
Dr. Joanna Mishtal is one of the recipients of the Miami-Florida European Union Center for Excellence’s (MEUCE) Faculty Research Grant. While settling in the U.S., Mishtal became interested in the politics of healthcare, especially reproductive health. She began to draw comparisons to the system in place in the U.S. and in her native Poland. The […]
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More Than Just a Game
The 2014 FIFA World Cup hosted in Brazil had a major impact on the country and its stance in the world. With much focus on Brazil preparing to open its country to millions of people for the tournament, an underlying concern was lurking in the shadows: security. The Harvard International Review article, “Dark Shadows: The […]
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UCF Degree is Invaluable to Grad’s Career
During her time at UCF, Lauren Austin, ’09, worked as an undergraduate research assistant. She published two papers and worked on the creation of a one-step homogenous immunoassay for cancer biomarker detection. Austin looks back at her undergraduate research experience at UCF and describes it as invaluable to her career and current success. Austin graduated […]