UCF Animation Alumnus Describes Journey from College to Winning an Emmy Award
March 04, 2024 UCF animation alumnus Trey Buongiorno speaks on his transition from UCF to winning an Emmy award.
UCF Creative Writing Alum, Author on New Spaceman Movie Based on His Book
March 01, 2024 Creative writing alum Jaroslav Kalfař ’11 reflects on his debut novel Spaceman of Bohemia and its adaptation into the movie Spaceman, which is in theaters and begins streaming on Netflix March 1.
UCF Announces 2024’s 30 Under 30 Alumni Award Recipients
February 20, 2024 Congratulations to Travers Oliver ’18, named one of UCF’s 30 Under 30.
UCF Animation Alum Wins Best Animated Special Emmy
January 25, 2024 Immersed in his creative pursuits, Trey Buongiorno ’13 has received recent critical acclaim for his work on Moon Girl Landing. At UCF, Buongiorno studied what is currently known as the character animation track in the bachelor’s degree program, which is offered in the College of Arts and Humanities through the...
Orlando Sentinel’s Orlando Theater Best of 2023
December 21, 2023 UCF students, faculty and alumni have been recognized by the Orlando Sentinel for their work in theatres across Central Florida.
UCF Alumni: UCF Double Major Shows Resilience, Dedication During Academic Career
December 19, 2023 Recent graduate Sara Parsons ’23 has made an impact in and out of the classroom while overcoming health challenges in the process.
Art Bytes: Winter 2023
December 18, 2023 SVAD celebrates the achievements of faculty, alumni and students. Join us in recognizing them for their efforts within the art field this winter.
72-Year-Old SVAD Student Jayne Alcorn Returns 44 Years Later to Graduate with a BA in Studio Art
December 15, 2023 72-year-old SVAD student Jayne Alcorn first began her educational journey at the University of Central Florida (UCF) in 1978. This week, 44 years later, she is graduating with her bachelor’s degree in Studio Art.
John C. Hitt Library Hosts Exhibition Featuring UCF B.S. in Photography Alumni
November 21, 2023 12 UCF Daytona Beach B.S. in Photography Alumni will display their work in the John C. Hitt Library Gallery.
Magic Power Couple: Kostya Kimlat ’10 and Amy Schwartz Kimlat ’06 Reveal the Secret Behind their Magic Entertainment Company
November 20, 2023 Alumni Kostya Kimlat ’10 and Amy Schwartz Kimlat ’06 collaborate to create unforgettable magical experiences in their show, See Magic Live.
The History of Army Combat Veteran Walt Napier ’15 ’16 ’20MA
November 20, 2023 Walt Napier ’15 ’16 ’20MA recently returned to UCF for Veterans Month to share his experience as historian at the US Army Command and General Staff College & Combined Arms Center in Fort Leavenworth, KS.
Morgan’s Mask: New Movie by Trevor Rigby ’08 Now Streaming Everywhere
November 13, 2023 A new movie by musician and filmmaker Trevor Rigby ’08 was released earlier this year and is now available on many streaming platforms, including Amazon, YouTube and Apple TV.
Theatre Alum Parker Slaybaugh ’13 and Brother Develop App for Performing Arts
October 06, 2023 Pre-Pro, a new app developed by Parker and Blakely Slaybaugh, allows creators of any level of expertise to visualize every type of event including live performances, including film and dance, to concerts and weddings.
Behind the Scenes with Chris Brown ’05
September 21, 2023 As the Executive Director of Orlando Family Stage, Chris Brown ’05 is on a mission to “empower young people to be brave and empathetic by creating quality theatrical experiences.”
Art Bytes: Fall 2023
September 13, 2023 UCF’s School of Visual Arts and Design (SVAD) celebrates the achievements of faculty, alumni and students as they unleash their potential in various creative endeavors. Join us in recognizing them for their efforts within the art field this fall.
Art Bytes: Summer 2023
August 10, 2023 UCF’s School of Visual Arts and Design (SVAD) celebrates the achievements of faculty, alumni, and students as they pursue creative endeavors.
Honoring the Legacy of Sarah Brown ’19
August 01, 2023 Our goal is to raise $25,000, and your generosity will enable the foundation to establish an endowed scholarship, allowing Sarah’s legacy to live on forever.
Not Throwing Away Her Shot: CAH Alumna Abby Jaros ’14 Blends Passions to Create Rewarding Career
July 07, 2023 Abby Jaros ’14 worked tirelessly to make her dreams a reality, using her passions to bring happiness to those in need.
Born with a Rare Genetic Defect, SVAD Photography Alum Nadia Zomorodian ’21 Never Quit Fighting
June 28, 2023 After being told she may never graduate high school due to her rare genetic defect, SVAD alumna Nadia Zomorodian ’21 tells her story of beating the odds, graduating with a B.S. in Photography, and working as a photojournalist with Daytona Beach News-Journal.
UCF Alum Artwork Featured on Bounty Towels
June 06, 2023 Reina Castellanos ’16MFA has been tapped for a new partnership with Bounty Towels, in which their art is a featured design on the paper products.