Mighty Knights

College of Health Professions and Sciences

Who We Are

Mighty Knights is a UCF-based initiative co-directed by Dr. Julie Feuerstein, Assistant Professor in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders and Dr. Jennifer Tucker, Clinical Associate Professor in the Division of Physical Therapy. Through generous philanthropic support from the Bailes Family Foundation, Mighty Knights was established to provide community-based, adaptive play experiences for children with complex communication and motor needs (CCMN) and their families.

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How We Support Children and Families

Feuerstein and Tucker partner with community-based organizations, including local parks, playgrounds, farms, and schools, to create inclusive spaces for young children with CCMN and their families. A team of UCF undergraduate and graduate student volunteers from health sciences, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, and biology come together to provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and seating and positioning accommodations, so that all children can play, engage, and communicate successfully. Assistive technology support is provided by Carolyn Buchanan, Regional Coordinator for the Florida Alliance for Assistive Services and Technology (FAAST).

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Contact us at: mightyknights@ucf.edu

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Julie Feuerstein, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Assistant Professor
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Location: HS II Room: 101Y
Phone: 407-823-1193
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Jennifer Tucker, PT, DPT, Ph.D.

Clinical Associate Professor
Exercise Physiology & Rehabilitation Science, Physical Therapy
Location: HS I Room: 263
Phone: 407-823-3461
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