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Military Knights
Congratulations to our hard working Knights who have recently graduated from recruit training! Steven L. Grantham, ’10, earned the title of United States Marine after graduating from recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot in Parris Island, S.C. For 13 weeks Grantham stayed committed during some of the most demanding entry-level military training in order […]
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Career Knights
Congratulations to all of our Knights on their new jobs. We wish you the best of luck as you advance in your career. Jason Holic, ‘08, has recently accepted a new job as Manager of Digital Marketing for Universal Orlando. In this new position he will be responsible for developing the digital campaign strategy and […]
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NSC alumna working for Small Ad Agency of the Year
Nicholson School of Communication Graduate Jessica Giselle, ’05, was recently promoted to Senior Account Executive at Tattoo Projects. Tattoo Projects, a Charlotte based advertising agency, was recently named Small Ad Agency of the Year by Advertising Age magazine.
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Gender, Religiosity, Spirituality, and Attitudes Toward Homosexuality
UCF Alumna Mandi Barringer’s paper “Gender, Religiosity, Spirituality, and Attitudes Toward Homosexuality” was accepted for publication in Sociological Spectrum. Sociological Spectrum is the official journal of the Mid-South Sociological Association. It is a refereed interdisciplinary social science journal that publishes theoretical, methodological, quantitative and qualitative substantive research, and applied research articles in the areas of sociology, social psychology, anthropology, […]
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Alumnus named CEO of LCPS Management
D. Bruce Jones, ’95, has been named Chief Executive Officer of LCPS Management, Inc., a company that owns and manages two premier continuing care retirement communities: Vicar’s Landing in Ponte Vedra Beach and Glenmoor in St. Augustine, FL. From their website, “Under the auspices of Life Care Pastoral Services, Inc., LCPS Management, Inc. supports the […]
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American Sociological Association hires UCF alumna
Jaime Hecht, ’11, has been hired by the American Sociological Association to serve as Program Coordinator for their Academic and Professional Affairs Program. As the national organization for sociologists, the American Sociological Association, through its Executive Office, is well positioned to provide a unique set of services to its members and to promote the vitality, […]
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Psychology at UCF is now on Facebook
The UCF Psychology department has started accounts on Twitter and Facebook to keep students, professors and alumni aware and engaged with upcoming events, news and department changes. Follow UCF Psychology on Twitter here. Like UCF Psychology on Facebook here.
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NSC Alumni and Faculty Reunion
In celebration of the University of Central Florida’s 50th anniversary, The Nicholson School of Communication’s current and retired faculty and all of its alumni are invited to a networking reception on Saturday, Feb. 9 from 7:30-9 p.m. at the UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center. This is a great opportunity for alumni to reconnect with previous classmates […]
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Faculty, alumna team published in Communication Quarterly
MA alumna Rebekah Lane and Associate Professor Dr. Ann Neville Miller had an article accepted for publication in Communication Quarterly. The article, “An Examination of the Narrative Persuasion with Epilogue Through the Lens of the Elaboration Likelihood Model” is based on Ms. Lane’s thesis and was also presented as a competitive paper at the annual convention of the National Communication […]
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Alum publishes first book
Shannon O’Donnell, ’06, published her first book, The Volunteer Traveler’s Handbook. The book shares stories, advice and photography that will help anyone interested in international volunteer opportunities find and vet ethical volunteer experiences. O’Donnell left the United States in 2008 and has traveled around the world for the past four years traveling slowly and integrating service and community […]
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Alumni marry in Oldest House in Saint Augustine
UCF Sociology Alumna Lindsey Johnson, ’07 and ’12, married UCF Alumnus Todd Bryant, ’07, on November 17 at the Oldest House in Saint Augustine, FL. The González-Alvarez House is the oldest surviving Spanish Colonial dwelling in Florida. The site has been occupied since the 1600s and the present house dates to the early 1700s. Since 1893 visitors have […]
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STEM speakers needed
Alumni guest speakers are needed for the COMPASS STEM education program at UCF. Students taking this course want to know how they can put their STEM degrees to work upon graduation. To sign up as a speaker, please call Melissa Dagley at 407.823.0040 by Tuesday, Jan. 15.
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Alum shows entrepreneurial spirit
Gabby Shayne, ’06, was born into a whisky family. She began her career at The Scotch Malt Whisky Society of America after graduating from the University of Central Florida in 2006. Shayne’s parents founded the U.S. branch of the Society in 1993, and she currently co-manages the exclusive private membership club with her sister, Lauren Mayer. Gabby joins Keeping Up with […]
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NSC grad reporting from Georgia
Amanda Castro, ’12, recently joined the 41 NBC/WMGT news team in Macon, Georgia as a reporter and fill-in anchor. Castro graduated from the University of Central Florida in Orlando with a degree in broadcast journalism. Since she joined the morning announcement team at her elementary school, Amanda knew she wanted to work in the news industry. […]
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Ericka Dunlap speaks to UCF students about personal image
Ericka Dunlap, Miss America 2004, spoke to students in the Student Union recently on the techniques she uses to look and feel her best. Dunlap, a COS alumna, was invited by the UCF Campus Activities Board, to speak to students about the importance of building self-esteem and accepting your self-image. “What the Miss America organization […]
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Alum receives White House honor
The White House recently recognized Doug Matthews, ‘95, a graduate of the journalism program, as a champion of local innovation. Each year, the White House honors 13 local innovation champions of change for their commitment to creating a more open and innovative government through entrepreneurship. Matthews has spent the last 18 years working to improve local […]
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Alumnus Publishes First Book
UCF Political Science graduate Patrick A. Stewart, 88′ and 91′, has published his first book, “Debatable Humor: Laughing Matters on the 2008 Presidential Primary Campaign,” which you can purchase here. Debatable Humor represents the first systematic foray into understanding the use of humor by politicians on the campaign trail. Using content analysis of primary debates for […]
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UCF alumnus selected for Florida Supreme Court rules committee
UCF Political Science Alumnus and KEL Attorneys’ family law practice leader Brandon Tyson will serve on the Florida Supreme Court Family Law Rules Committee effective immediately. Tyson, a senior attorney who has been with the KEL law firm in Orlando for two years, said he sought the appointment because of the importance of these issues to his clients. Tyson said […]
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Kerry Martin earns accreditation in public relations
UCF Alumna Kerry Martin, ’07, has joined the ranks of public relations practitioners who have achieved one of the highest credentials of the profession, the professional distinction of being “Accredited in Public Relations” or APR. Martin, a communications strategists at Curley & Pynn, recently completed the APR program, which tested her knowledge of communications theory […]
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Alumna lands director of marketing position
Frank and Clarice Petrellis and Dale Bohman, owners of PIP Printing and Marketing Services in Kissimmee, are pleased to announced that Lauren Holliday has joined their team as the new director of marketing. Holliday studied journalism at the University of Central Florida and has experience implementing companies’ social media profiles and marketing plans. PIP announces it’s […]
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UCF alumna now VP of Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission
Nicholson School of Communication Alumna Jennifer Wakefield, ’07, has been promoted to Vice President, Marketing and Communications, of the Metro Orlando Economic Development Commission. She has 12 years of marketing and communications experience, her master’s degree in communications from the University of Central Florida and her Accreditation of Public Relations. She has also served as […]
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Art show featuring UCF students, faculty, staff and alumni work
The University of Central Florida is pleased to announce the first annual juried art exhibition for students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The theme for this year’s exhibition is: Embracing and Celebrating Differences. Selected artwork will be on display at Counseling and Psychological Services from January 2013 – November 2013, with an opening reception and announcement […]
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Communication graduate earns “Woman of the Year” award
UCF Organizational Communication graduate Cindy (Giampietro) Dalecki was recently named the “Woman of the Year” by the Volusia/Flagler United Way. Dalecki was also awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Award, which included a letter from President Obama. You can read more about Dalecki’s work and how it helped earned these awards by clicking here.