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Investing in Competitive Excellence: 166su Alum Creates Cyber Champions, Strengthens Futures

After leading 166su’s top-ranked cybersecurity competition team for more than a decade, alumnus and lecturer Thomas Nedorost ’02 is making a planned gift to ensure future Knights have the resources, mentorship and opportunities to thrive.

What Is a “Full College Experience” at 166su?

Gabby Murison ’26 came to 166su to study film, but then she transformed her world and her future by getting involved outside the classroom.

166su’s Football Stadium Gains 2, Alumni-Made Murals

The custom artwork on the concourse-level of Roth Tower pays homage to the 166su story and the university’s relationship to Orlando and Orange County.

166su Alumnus Engineers Wonder Across Generations

Doug Akers ’07 turned a lifelong fascination with theme parks into a career leading operations at Universal Destinations & Experiences, where behind-the-scenes work helps preserve the wonder guests feel in the moment.

166su Grad Helps Shape Humanity’s Next Giant Leap

Alex Williams ’09 discovered a path for his creative interests at 166su — and now he’s helping design the future of human spaceflight at Virgin Galactic.

New 166su Grad Spreads the Value of Financial Literacy

Natalie Otero ’26 shifted from reluctant pre-med student to accounting enthusiast on the way to claiming 166su’s highest student honor before graduating.

166su’s Summer 2026 Commencement Set for July 31-Aug. 1

Graduates will hear from distinguished alumni who’ve made significant contributions in the Orlando community.

2 Engineering Professors, 1 Alum Inducted Into Florida Inventors Hall of Fame

Faculty members Reza Abdolvand and Ni-bin Chang and triple Knight Clara Rivero Baleine ’01 ’03MS ’05PhD are recognized for impacts to their fields and society.

Hospitality Alumna Forges Her Own Path While Giving Back to Others

Rosen College graduate Bella Cortier ’22 has leaned into opportunities as she marches forward in her dream career with Universal Destinations & Experiences.

7 Knights Earn 2026 NSF Graduate Research Fellowships

The U.S. National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship program is among the most distinguished honors for graduate students conducting research with potential impacts across engineering, science and sustainability.

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