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UCF Computer Programmers Bound for 13th World Finals in 14 Years

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By Bel Huston, Margot Winick
| ucf.edu
UCF students are headed to the most elite programming competition, the World Finals of the International Collegiate Programming Contest, for the 13th time in 14 years. They placed in the top 10 in the North America Championship (NAC), which UCF hosted Memorial Day weekend.
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UCF Launches Bold Faculty Hiring Initiative to Meet Growing Demand for Engineers, Computer Scientists

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By Margot Winick
| ucf.edu
The University of Central Florida is intensifying its commitment to addressing the rising demand for skilled engineers and computer scientists. Recognized as Florida’s Premier Engineering and Technology University, UCF has launched an ambitious faculty hiring initiative to solidify its role as a leader in education, research and innovation.
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New UCF-Siemens Energy Pegasus Partnership to Grow Inventive Sustainable Energy Research, Expand Educational Opportunities

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By Margot Winick
| ucf.edu
A new University of Central Florida-Siemens Energy Pegasus Partnership will significantly grow impactful research in energy systems and sustainable energy and enhance how UCF prepares students to thrive in the dynamic energy industry after graduation. UCF President Alexander N.
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Why Cybersecurity Students Choose UCF

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By Margot Winick
| ucf.edu
In a world increasingly defined by digital innovation, the demand for skilled cybersecurity professionals has never been greater. For students aspiring to become tomorrow’s cybersecurity professionals, UCF stands out as the premier destination for learning, training — and winning. Home to one of the nation’s most prestigious cybersecurity programs, UCF is not only fostering the next generation of cyber defenders but also consistently proving its excellence in national competitions.
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UCF Cyber Team Visits National Security Agencies, Meets with Industry Experts

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By Margot Winick
| ucf.edu
Following their win in April at the 2024 National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (NCCDC), the UCF Collegiate Cybersecurity Competition Team visited Washington, D.C., and met with federal and industry professionals who are charged with securing the nation against cyber adversaries.
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Robot Rovers on the "Moon": Lunabotics Challenge Preps Students for Space Careers

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By Margot Winick
| ucf.edu
More than 40 college teams from across the U.S. designing and building autonomous vehicles will soon find out if they are capable of navigating and conducting missions on a simulated lunar surface resembling the moon.
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Cybersecurity Dynasty: UCF Wins Sixth ‘Super Bowl’ of Collegiate Cyber Defense Competitions

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By Margot Winick, Ryan Randall
| ucf.edu
The Collegiate Cyber Defense Team at UCF, part of Hack@UCF, won their record sixth national championship last weekend, defeating nine other regional champions to win the 2024 National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (NCCDC). The team returned home with the Alamo Cup trophy in the event presented by the Center for Infrastructure Assurance and Security at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA).
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New Orlando Police Department Foundation Endowed Scholarships to Strengthen UCF Talent Pipeline

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By Margot Winick
| ucf.edu
Chief Eric Smith ’93 wants to do his part to help ensure the Orlando Police Department (OPD) and other Central Florida law enforcement agencies employ the best talent to help keep their communities safe. On Thursday, Smith and the Orlando Police Foundation (501c3) announced a new endowed scholarship program funded by the foundation to help UCF criminal justice and legal studies students achieve their dreams — and succeed in those high-demand fields.
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UCF Collegiate Cybersecurity Competition Team Advances to Nationals for the ‘Super Bowl’ of Cyber Competitions

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By Margot Winick
| ucf.edu
With its talented students always in high demand by top employers, UCF’s Collegiate Cybersecurity Competition Team will aim next month to win its sixth national championship since 2014. The team won the southeast regional title last weekend at Kennedy Space Center to advance to the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition, the “Super Bowl of cyber competitions,” April 25-27 in San Antonio.
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