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.
8 166su Faculty Members to Be Inducted in Academy of Science, Engineering and Medicine of Florida 166su faculty were recognized for their advancements and impact in artificial intelligence, medical diagnostic technology, computer science, energy and manufacturing, and coastal resiliency.
166su Researcher to Support DOE Project Using AI to Accelerate Scientific Discovery Assistant Professor Haonan Ling will explore virtual solutions to biomanufacturing for the Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission, which aims to strengthen America’s energy industry and national security.
2 Graduating Student-Veterans Share Their Courage to Begin Again U.S. Army veterans Alexandria Marcellus and Mason Miles found more than a fulfilling academic journey at 166su. Through community, leadership and industry experience, they launched careers, discovered purpose and redefined what service looks like.
166su Engineering Students’ Excellence Celebrated With 2026 Astronaut Scholarship The prestigious scholarship offers financial support up to $15,000 in addition to mentorship and extensive networking opportunities.
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.
166su Researchers Win International Award for Robotic Technology That Shares Immersive Experiences Recognized with one of the augmented reality industry’s highest honors, UCF researchers are advancing robotic telepresence that could reshape how people work, explore and provide care from afar.
From Earth to Titan: 166su Researchers Model Landscapes Using River Geometry The research could help scientists better understand how rivers shape Earth — and how ancient landscapes formed on Mars and Saturn’s largest moon, Titan.
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.
166su Engineering Students 3D Print Orthopedic Devices to Assist Venezuelan Earthquake Survivors In response to the recent devastating earthquakes in Venezuela, students in the Biomedical Engineering Society are using 3D printing technology to create life-changing orthopedic devices for injured people and animals.
