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Physics hosts space conference
The Physics Department, in partnership with UCF, is sponsoring the 2011 Next-Generation Suborbital Researchers Conference from Feb. 28 to March 2. About 400 scientists, engineers, and educators from around the world will be listening to leaders of commercial and public institutions talk about a new generation of space vehicles capable of economically delivering payloads, experiments […]
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Debate team back, ceremony celebrating UCF’s first team Friday
Four decades ago, when the University of Central Florida was known as Florida Technological University, the school was nationally known in the world of debate, competing against the likes of Harvard and Northwestern. After years of inactivity, UCF Debate is back, thanks to Nicholson School of Communication Instructor Sydne Kasle. Kasle began restoring the program […]
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You could win $30,000 this semester
The Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the College of Business Administration directed by Dr. Cameron Ford is hosting business competitions in the spring semester with rewards worth over $30,000. The competition is open to all UCF students. The CEI will offer free coaching sessions and online help to participants. The competitions include the UCF Joust: […]
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Students picked for Dow Jones News Fund internship
Four University of Central Florida journalism students will intern for one of the nation’s most prestigious media groups this summer. Michelle Dendy, Chelsy Tracz, Jessica Gillespie and Justin Sanak, who are also members of UCF’s Society of Professional Journalists chapter, were selected for the Dow Jones News Fund Summer Internship programs. Dendy will work on […]
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Last open house of the semester at Robinson Observatory
The last open house of the semester at the Robinson Observatory is December 1 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. The observatory is free and open to the public. During the open house there are several 8-inch telescopes set up for viewing with an eyepiece in addition to a 20-inch telescope for deep sky observation. All […]
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UCF live from South Africa
Through a partnership between UCF and Cobham, Phil Peters is directing the Fall 2010 Expedition to South Africa. From November 15th to December 9th, Interactive Expeditions will be on the road from Johannesburg to Cape Town and webcasting live on location twice a week. Join them as they explore contemporary African culture, art, music, and […]
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COS USPS/A&P Staff & Service Recognition
The College of Sciences celebrated its employees Monday morning during the USPS/A&P staff and service recognition ceremony and breakfast. Dean Peter Panousis gave a welcome address then handed out service awards for employees that have been with the college for five, 10, 15 and 20 years. Ten service awards were handed out. Dean Panousis also […]
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UCF biologist on National Geographic Channel
Monster electric eels more than six feet long are the stars of this week’s episode of “Dangerous Encounters,” a documentary series on the National Geographic Channel. University of Central Florida biologist Will Crampton, an internationally recognized expert in electric eels and other electric fishes, co-stars in an episode full of excitement. Crampton offers his expertise […]
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Investigative journalist visits UCF
The efforts of one investigative journalist have helped put four Klansmen behind bars for killings committed during the civil rights era.
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Women to speak on leadership Tues. Oct. 11
The Political Science Department in partnership with the UCF Global Perspectives Office is bringing to women in international leadership positions UCF to speak on Tuesday, October 5, 2010. The guests will discuss cross-cultural challenges during a forum in the Pegasus Ballroom of the Student Union from 3 to 5 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Presentations […]
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New York Times columnist, Anand Giridharadas, to speak Tues. Oct. 5
The UCF Nicholson School of Communication in partnership with the UCF Global Perspectives Office is bringing Anand Giridharadas, columnist for The New York Times to UCF to speak on Tuesday, October 5, 2010. Giridharadas will give a presentation titled “The Rise of India and What It Means for the World” at 3 p.m. in the Key […]
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A review in photos: UCF Open House 2010
The College of Sciences welcomed students, staff and guests to the College Open House on Sepetember 11, 2010 with presentations from Dr. Linda Walters and Dr. Mark Johnson.