UCF Assistant Professor Named Among Nation’s Top Nurse Leaders Joy Parchment ’15PhD is one of only two nursing experts in Florida named to the 2026 class of fellows of the American Organization for Nursing Leadership, recognizing her impact through research and mentoring future leaders.
Sharon Tucker Named Orlando Health Endowed Chair in Nursing The prestigious appointment from the UCF Pegasus Partner will bolster Tucker’s nationally recognized research focused on helping practitioners and patients thrive.
UCF Recognizes Faculty Excellence With 2026 Promotion and Tenure Awards One hundred faculty members are recognized for excellence in teaching, research and service.
Bank of America Grant Helps UCF Reach Goal to Fund Dr. Phillips Nursing Pavilion The pivotal investment closes a $30 million private-funding campaign, which together with $43 million from the State of Florida, has brought a bold vision for the College of Nursing’s new home to life.
UCF Graduate Programs Climb in U.S. News’ 2026 Rankings, Reflecting Strength in Serving National Needs As UCF’s graduate programs continue to rise, they reinforce the university’s role as a national leader preparing professionals to tackle society’s most urgent challenges.
UCF Nursing Expert Honored for Contributions to Critical Care Associate Professor Brian Peach is the only nursing expert in Florida to earn the prestigious distinction of fellow of Critical Care Medicine in 2026.
Founders’ Day 2026: Faculty Recognized for Excellence The annual event spotlights approximately 280 faculty for excellence, years of service, and other contributions that drive what’s next at UCF.
Founders’ Day 2026: Employee Excellence, Years of Service Awards The annual event spotlights nearly 600 staff members for their commitment, dedication and relentless work that powers UCF everyday.
UCF Celebrates Order of Pegasus, Student Awardees During Founders Day 2026 The Order of Pegasus inducts its 25th class of exemplary Knights among more than 50 students who will be recognized at the annual celebration.
9 UCF Experts Inducted to National Academies of Practice Faculty members from UCF’s Colleges of Health Professions and Sciences and Nursing are now recognized as distinguished fellows, honored for their dedication to interprofessional research and practice.