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UCF Biologist Robert Fitak recently created a refined database of magnetic bacteria and the animals they may reside in to further study how these bacteria could guide migration patterns of animals such as sea turtles. 🐢

UCF Biologist Continues Unraveling Mystery of Magnetic Bacteria UCF Biologist Robert Fitak recently created a refined database of magnetic bacteria and the animals they may reside in to further study how these bacteria could guide migration patterns of animals such as sea turtles.

Hi new Knights, you made the decision to make UCF your home away from home, and we're so happy you're here. You're part of the UCF family now — don't forget that.

You’re stronger than you know, and this period of adjustment is just one chapter in your journey. Give yourself grace and trust that you’ll find your rhythm. It’s important to give yourself permission to feel and seek support when you need it. Reach out to friends, family, or a counselor on campus — they’re there to help.

Try to find moments that make you smile, and build new positive experiences here with fellow Knights.

You are not alone, and good things are coming. Charge On! 🖤💛

UCF Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) UCF Police Department UCF Recreation and Wellness Center UCF Student Accessibility Services Healthy Knight - UCF Wellness & Health Promotion Services UCF Cares

You matter 🖤💛

UCF Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) hosted the Field of Memories in honor of and those who have lost their lives to su***de. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts and feelings of despair, please call CAPS at 407-823-2811.

Solving the teacher shortage 📚

Through collaboration with Central Florida districts, federally funded projects and implementation of new pathways, UCF is creating programs to incentivize and prepare more prospective educators to help meet the demand for teacher recruitment and retention. 👇

Solving Shortage Through collaboration, innovation and federal funding, UCF is developing new solutions to meet Florida’s demand for educators.

Could humans one day live on Mars? 🧑‍🚀

UCF physics researcher Ramses Ramirez and collaborators modeled the efficacy of using Martian nanoparticles to increase the planet’s surface temperature, a key component to making Mars habitable. 🚀

UCF Planetary Scientist’s Expertise Informs New Method for Terraforming Mars UCF physics researcher Ramses Ramirez and collaborators modeled the efficacy of using Martian nanoparticles to increase the planet’s surface temperature, a key component to making Mars habitable.

A new tradition during home games showcases the creativity of our engineering students! 🚀

Two different types of launchers, designed as part of the UCF College of Engineering and Computer Science Senior Design Showcase, made their debut as T-shirt launchers in the student section during the third quarter last night. ⚔️

It's and the day after a UCF win 🤩

Show us your best UCF Black & Gold to celebrate 👇🖤💛

The rebranding comes as the latest step in the development of UCF’s Academic Health Sciences Center, which unites all of UCF's clinical programs: UCF College of Health Professions and Sciences, UCF College of Medicine, UCF College of Nursing and UCF Student Health Services. 💛🩺

University Unites Clinical Services Under UCF Health Brand The rebranding comes as the latest step in the development of UCF’s Academic Health Sciences Center, which unites all of the university’s clinical programs.

Our dedication to fueling the talent pipeline with the next generation of leaders, innovators and dreamers is why we rank in the top 15 for Best National Universities and in the top 10 for Social Mobility among public universities by Washington Monthly.

Go Knights, Charge On! ⚔️ https://go.ucf.edu/4cMba3E

🤝 STEP at UCF dogs dressed in their best Black & Gold 🖤🐾💛 Canine Companions

Five years ago today, students stepped onto the newly constructed UCF Downtown campus for the first time in Downtown Orlando. Since then, UCF has awarded over 10,300 degrees to downtown students, strengthening Central Florida’s talent pipeline and contributing to the region’s economic vitality.

Happy anniversary! 🥳

Celebrating 5 Years of UCF Downtown: Transforming Lives and Our Community Through Education UCF’s youngest campus continues to make a positive impact in The City Beautiful.

Thanks to the commitment from the DeVos family, students accepted into the DeVos Sport Business Management program at UCF will be automatically considered for scholarships based on need and academic achievement. 💛

DeVos Family Foundation Extends Scholarships, Support for UCF Students Students in the DeVos Sport Business Management program continue to benefit from the DeVos family’s generosity, which established the program in 2002.

We love seeing all these new Knights on campus! 💛

Welcome to UCF, future AlumKnights!

It's almost UCF Football season! ⚔️

Student ticket claims for UCF Football open in just ONE WEEK!

Head to http://UCFStudentTix.com to log into your account 🤝

Calling Knights who want to make a difference and build community ⚔️

Registration is now open for alumni to apply to become mentors and for current students to become mentees 👇

UCF Alumni Mentorship Programs Connect with UCF alumni for mentorship and professional growth. ChargeOn Mentorship pairs students and alumni to develop skills and networks.

From The Knighting and Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando to Comedy Knight and Concert Knight, check out over 20 events sure to kick off the semester with excitement 🥳

Over 20 Pegasus Palooza Events Kick Off Fall Semester at UCF The annual welcome week provides students with engagement opportunities that can help them excel academically, get involved on campus and meet new friends.

A Knight among the sharks ⚔️🦈

"During my casting internship at , I had the incredible opportunity to assist in the casting department! Thanks to the Nicholson School of Communication and Media, I was able to secure this internship! UCF alumni and Nicholson Advising staff were crucial for my success in this role! I’m grateful for the foundation UCF provided which helped make this such an amazing experience."

Congrats to ambassador and new Emily on this experience of a lifetime 🫶

By collaborating across varying fields, UCF experts are developing innovative technologies, research and curriculum to better the world 💡🌎

Here's your weekend read from Pegasus magazine 👇

Crossing Disciplines and Changing the World By collaborating across varying fields, UCF experts are developing innovative technologies, solutions and curriculum to better the world.

Brooke Taylor, a standout student at Rosen College of Hospitality Management, is connecting with a global audience as a social media coordinator intern for the Olympics!

Read about her experience with UCF and NBC Sports 👇
https://hospitality.ucf.edu/2024/07/30/ucf-rosen-college-student-connects-global-audience-to-paris-2024/

UCF's Emergency Management team is monitoring Invest 97-L with US National Weather Service Melbourne Florida. Now is a good time to be prepared for possible severe weather this hurricane season, which lasts through Nov. 30.

⚠️ We will use UCF Alert to keep the community informed of any impact to campus operations. Make sure your contact information is up to date by logging on to getrave.com/login/ucf. Under the "My Account" tab, verify the information and click the “add” button to include additional emergency contact emails.

🎒 Assemble a hurricane kit with enough supplies to last three days. Include water, food, a weather radio, a flashlight, a first aid kit, batteries, a can opener, cash, a cell phone charger, identification cards, and at least a week's worth of prescription medications.

🌐 Learn more about how UCF prepares for hurricanes and severe weather at ucf.edu/hurricane.

A big congratulations to Dave Austin ’22MS, Camille Coffie ’23MS and Troie Journigan ’22MS on receiving their Ph.D.s in Physics this summer 👏

Trio of Graduating UCF Doctoral Students Showcase Excellence in Physics With support from the American Physical Sciences Bridge Program, the Knights contribute to increasing inclusive representation across doctoral graduates in the field.

Thank you to the Winter Park Health Foundation! 💛

🎁 Thanks to an incredible gift from the Winter Park Health Foundation, we’ll deploy a small UCF army into the community this fall to help individuals and families address health risk factors that contribute to heart disease and diabetes/prediabetes. 💗

As part of our Community Health Ambassadors Program, faculty clinicians and students will conduct health screenings, deliver educational workshops on topics like healthy eating, nutrition, exercise and wellbeing, and provide wellness coaching to families. We’re proud and grateful to be one of five local non-profits selected by the WPHF as part of their Well Together Grant Awards Challenge!

https://healthprofessions.ucf.edu/news/winter-park-health-foundation-awards-ucf-50000-for-community-health-program-to-prevent-heart-disease-and-diabetes/

HBD, Orlando! 🥳 149 sure looks good on you 💛

📸: Steven Madow Photography

Dynamic duo ⚔️

UCF College of Business Administration student ambassador Logan Parkes is graduating this week, and his father Sean graduated last year — but Sean delayed commencement so they could walk together this summer.

Get to know the two finance Knights👇

Father-Son Duo Gain Unique Experience Enrolled at UCF Together - College of Business Business Knights a Family Affair By BRENT MESKE Choosing to attend the same college a parent once attended is nothing new. Attending the same college at the same time is something most don’t get the opportunity to do. For the past two years, Sean Parkes and Logan Parkes have been able to do just t...

Our Knights are always unleashing potential in the community 💛

Check out how UCF College of Medicine students made an impact with local high school students 👇

Central Florida high school students spent a week recently getting hands-on health sciences experiences at the University of Central Florida College of Medicine participating in the Health Leaders Summer Academy. ❤️

As healthcare continues to suffer from staffing shortages, UCF’s summer camp is focused on making a career in patient care and research accessible, especially for students from backgrounds that are underrepresented in medicine.

Read more: https://loom.ly/DHVBm_w

It's that time again! 🎓

3️⃣ distinguished UCF alumni and Central Florida leaders will speak at this semester’s ceremonies, where UCF will award more than 4,460 degrees 🥳

UCF Hosts Summer 2024 Commencement Aug. 2-3 Three distinguished UCF alumni and Central Florida leaders will speak at this semester’s ceremonies, which take place Addition Financial Arena.

6️⃣ Knights will represent America, Denmark, Germany and Lithuania at the 2024 Summer Olympics and Paralympic Games! 🏆

These athletes exemplify the spirit and dedication of Knight Nation. ⚔️ Who will be watching? 🙋

UCF Knights to Represent at 2024 Paris Summer Olympics, Paralympics Five Knights will be present at the Olympics, which take place July 26-Aug. 1, and one will compete in the Paralympics, which happen Aug. 28-Sept. 8.

Did you know that mangroves are crucial around the world for protecting coastal shores from storm damage and serving as vital wildlife habitats?

Scientists at UCF are working to preserve mangroves in Florida and across the world. 🌎

UCF Researchers Develop Nano-treatment to Help Save Florida Mangroves from Deadly Disease The scientists are harnessing nanoscience to concoct a special nutritional formula to fight a latent yet potentially lethal disease that is increasingly threatening mangroves in Florida and across the world.

Save the date! On Aug. 8, applications open to all Florida-based innovators for the UCF hub of the Space-Edge biomedical accelerator program.

In just two weeks, applications open to all Florida-based innovators for the University of Central Florida hub of Space-Edge biomedical accelerator! This 12-week program aims to advance biomedical solutions by leveraging the new space economy. Selected participants gain insights on leveraging space-enabled markets for commercial success. Explore the program curriculum and meet the instructors from Arizona State University , University of Central Florida , University of Florida , Vanderbilt University .

Learn more: space-edge.org

Applications open: Aug 8