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Latest Articles

The wait is over: the Knights kickoff the season with a win over New Hampshire

Jefferson, who had 2,107 passing yards and a 64.2% completion rate in his last season with Arkansas, was faced with a challenge from the Wildcat defense in his first game with the Knights. Jefferson had a 50% completion percentage and one interception in his debut game at home.“That was just …
By Caitlin Russo
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From immigrant to aspiring doctor: The inspiring story of a UCF alumnus

At five years old an Argentinian immigrant came to America, undocumented and uninsured, and wasn't sure what was in the cards for him. Little did he know that his path would lead him to becoming a doctor. "Learning I wouldn't lose my sight, I regained my childhood," said Giuliano Lobos, …
By Raven Osborne
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UCF to offer first culinary cannabis college course in Florida

A culinary cannabis course is being offered to undergraduate students at UCF for the Summer B term, and it’s the first one ever at a Florida university. Culinary cannabis is what it sounds like, cooking involving medical cannabis. Jason Fridrich, hospitality instructor at the Rosen College of Hospitality Management and …
By Leticia Silva
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UCF student uses video game project as cultural preservation tool

One UCF student at the downtown campus is finding a way to utilize a video game to preserve and share her culture. Lolita Kuznietsova is a senior digital media major in the game design track at UCF’s downtown campus who showcased a prototype for a narrative-based game at Student Research …
By Luis Xavier De Peña
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Everything Bagels club hosts end of the semester picnic

UCF students laid out blankets for some fresh air and were able to unwind at an end-of-summer picnic on Sunday at Jay Blanchard Park. Everything Bagels at Hillel hosted the picnic complete with food and games. Sally Rendleman, freshman biology major and the club’s marketing officer, said the organization’s original …
By Raven Osborne
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Forum helps UCF students gain a better understanding of AI

The AI Transformations: Navigating the Future of Work and Career Pathways forum on Wednesday afternoon addressed the increasing importance of understanding AI's role in education and the workforce. Industry experts, UCF professors and students were invited to the Student Union to explore how artificial intelligence will affect careers, workforce dynamics …
By Charlotte Van Heden
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From 0 to 99: UCF men's basketball jersey numbers are not randomly chosen

For the UCF men's basketball team, the number on a player's jersey holds deeper significance than mere identification. From legendary icons to rising stars, each jersey number carries its own story, reflecting the player's journey, inspiration and aspirations on the court. Associate director of strategic communications Ken Landis said that …
By About me
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UCF track and field bounces back after slow start at Tom Jones Memorial Invitational

The UCF track and field team picked up momentum to finish off the Tom Jones Memorial Invitational with multiple top-10 finishes after a slow start. The Knights competed at James G. Pressly Stadium in Gainesville on Friday and Saturday facing off against several teams at the meet such as FSU, …
By Dylan Weidman
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Florida Supreme Court upholds abortion ban, voters to ultimately decide in November

The Florida Supreme Court ruled Monday to uphold a 15-week abortion ban while also allowing the proposed abortion access amendment to appear on ballots in November. Through the court’s approval of the 15-week ban on most abortions, a controversial six-week abortion ban signed into law by Gov. Ron DeSantis last …
By Lucy Dillon
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American Red Cross First Aid, CPR and AED Certification at the RWC

Students were able to get hands-on experience on Saturday at the Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid Certification class held in the Recreation and Wellness Center. The reasons students are taking the class vary, but they have one thing in common: They are now prepared to save someone’s life …
By Raven Osborne
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Congressional caucus recharters in support of space science

Following a two-year dormancy, the Congressional Planetary Science Caucus was re-established in the 118th Congress earlier this month to accumulate support for planetary science research. Co-chairs and Reps. Judy Chu (D-Calif.) and Don Bacon (R-Neb.) are partnering with The Planetary Society to form the caucus, or formal interest group, according …
By Jenna Weiss
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Limbitless Solutions Helps Bring Back Confidence to Kids Without Arms

Limbitless Solutions, a UCF-based organization specialized in creating and donating 3D printed prosthetic arms for children without limbs, is now implementing artificial intelligence in the creation process of its prosthetics. It all began with Executive Director Albert Manero's dream of using engineering beyond the laboratory. Manero was still a student …
By Isabella Benjumea
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UCF students test their luck during bingo night with Rosen Life

Published on NSM Today, 04/01/2024 Sources: 2 Word Count: 635 UCF students gathered in the student lounge at the Rosen College of Hospitality Management on Wednesday for Rosen Life’s Lucky Bingo night. Sierra Taintor, Rosen Life student director and senior event management major, said with the event being Rosen Life’s …
By Stephanie Pitts
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