News: Health Sciences
Transforming Students into Healthcare Professionals: Health Sciences Instructor Reflects on 10-Year Career at UCF
Valerie Schulz, a recently retired instructor in the Department of Health Sciences, saw many changes during her 10-year career at the University of Central Florida. The university grew and became one of the largest in the nation and a leader in research. ...
HealthWatch: Back to School – Packing Brainfood for Your Kids
Studies show good nutrition has a positive effect on kids’ behavior, academics, and sports performance. And what they eat during the day could impact how well they perform in class....
Students Explore Human Diseases with Out-of-the-Box Final Projects
Students showcase their creativity and ability to communicate complex information about different diseases and conditions in Introduction to Human Diseases class. Class Name: HSC 2524 – Introduction to Human Disease ...
The physical benefits of face-to-face learning
Keith Brazendale, assistant professor of health sciences at UCF, talks to Good Day Orlando about the benefits for kids doing in-person learning.
Research Roundup: Recent Publications By CHPS Faculty Spring 2021
Our faculty pursue big ideas and share what they learn by publishing their research to advance scientific discovery. As part of an institution designated as “very high” research activity by...
CHPS to Host Interactive Presentation for Undergraduate Students Addressing Anxiety and Perfectionism
Perfectionism can be a cause and a symptom of anxiety for many college students. Join CHPS Undergraduate Students for an online interactive presentation on July 12, from 3 to 4...
UCF Summer 2021 Commencement Schedule and Fall Makeup Ceremony Announced
Summer 2021 Grad Walk takes place Aug. 4-6 and three in-person commencement ceremonies will be held Aug. 7. Graduates are allowed to sign up for Grad Walk and in-person commencement,...
Researchers in the College of Health Professions and Sciences Use the Pandemic as an Opportunity to Expand Collaborations and Impact
A little more than a year ago, faculty and students in the College of Health Professions and Sciences who were working on research projects had to pivot when COVID-19 derailed their plans. CHPS researchers regrouped and forged ahead with their projects by finding new ways to use the...
Sign Up To Get Involved In Community Health Outreach
A restricted elective in the College of Health Professions and Sciences is available to all undergraduate majors for the fall 2022 semester. The course, labeled IHS 4950 Interdisciplinary Projects in...
30 UNDER 30 CLASS OF 2021 Celebrating UCF’s exemplary young alumni.
These accomplished graduates were chosen for their great professional success, commitment to helping others and track record of giving back to UCF and their local community.
