The University of Central Florida isn’t the easiest school in the state to attend, at least for first-time, first-year students. In a population of nearly 64,000 students in attendance, both admitted straight out of high school or transferred from a community college, UCF bodes a competitive academic environment for those seeking admission. “We typically do … Continue reading UCF admission harder for incoming first-year freshmen
UCF library to receive automated retrieval center
The John C. Hitt Library, the very first building at the University of Central Florida, is undergoing a major renovation over the course of the next five years. Students may have noticed the ongoing construction that is taking place on the north side of the library facing the Student Union. Construction began August of this … Continue reading UCF library to receive automated retrieval center
SARC has an ACE up their sleeve
A program within the Student Academic Resource Center is offering students guidance to success with the help of student academic coaches. SARC’s newest program, the Academic Coaching and Engagement program was piloted in the fall of 2014 by Mark Gumble, assistant vice president of Student Development and Enrollment Services. “The program is aimed to provide … Continue reading SARC has an ACE up their sleeve
SARC’s 8th annual Study Union event to help prepare students for finals
Starting Dec. 3, the Student Union will be transformed into a “Study Union”, where students can come prepare and relax before final exams. The SARC heads the process each academic year in collaboration with the SGA, OSI, Knights helping Knights Pantry, UCF Foundation Parent and Family Fund, the UCF Police and the Recreation and Wellness … Continue reading SARC’s 8th annual Study Union event to help prepare students for finals
Elementary students to receive support through spring reading clinic
The College of Education and Human Performance will continue to offer reading clinics for elementary school children next semester. Classes begin Feb. 2 through April 27 and will be held at the University of Central Florida’s Teaching Academy on Thursdays from 4:30 to 5:45 p.m. The cost of enrollment is $75 per student. No refunds … Continue reading Elementary students to receive support through spring reading clinic
8th annual Study Union gets 100,000th student
On Monday, the University of Central Florida’s eighth annual Study Union reached its 100,000th student. Since its inception in fall 2008, the Study Union event has served to assist students with 24-hour academic support in the days leading to final exam week. This program was developed by the Student Union and the Student Academic Resource … Continue reading 8th annual Study Union gets 100,000th student
Program helps Knights make ‘Centsible’ financial decisions
While many college students graduate with debt, programs at the University of Central Florida try to help students make healthy financial decisions. Centsible Knights provides students with information and resources on financial literacy utilizing the tools and resources presented to them at orientation. The program was first launched November 2015. “Upon entering UCF, I was … Continue reading Program helps Knights make ‘Centsible’ financial decisions
Think 30 Campaign strives for students to graduate on time
The Think 30 Campaign, which encourages students to complete 30 credit hours per academic year, is beginning to see signs of a positive trend. While the campaign is still in its early stages, preliminary numbers show that since its inception, there has been a 4.4 percent increase in full-time, first-time in college students taking 30 … Continue reading Think 30 Campaign strives for students to graduate on time
UCF organization raises money for a sweet cause
There are over 300 clubs on campus for students to choose from, many of which volunteer their time within the Central Florida community. One such club is Cupcakes for a Cure. Founded by LEAD scholar Nicole Edelstein in 2011, the idea for Cupcakes for a Cure came up in a group project. The club mainly … Continue reading UCF organization raises money for a sweet cause
President Hitt: A 25 year legacy
Over the last quarter of a century, the University of Central Florida has been presided over by Dr. John C. Hitt. President Dr. Hitt and his wife Martha joined the UCF and Central Florida community on March 1, 1992. Hitt is UCF’s fourth president since it’s opening in June of 1963. Dr. Hitt is also … Continue reading President Hitt: A 25 year legacy
