Doctors in training
The University of Central Florida’s College of Medicine welcomed its third class of medical students on Monday, Aug. 1, at a traditional “White Coat Ceremony,” in which medical schools recognize new students as colleagues dedicated to patient care. This year, the medical school is welcoming 80 new students, bringing its enrollment to 180. The College of Medicine will enroll 100 new students in 2012 and 120 new students in 2013 and each year after that, bringing its full enrollment to 480.
Thousands graduate from UCF
More than 3,200 UCF students graduated during two commencement ceremonies on Aug. 6, at the UCF Arena. This graduating class brought the total degrees awarded from the university to more than 221,000 since classes started in 1968. For more information, visit www.registrar.sdes.ucf.edu/commencement/terms/2011/spring
Wonderful workplace
Full Sail University was named one of Orlando Business Journal’s 2011 “Best Places to Work”, an award that recognizes top companies in Central Florida that succeed in creating work environments that attract, inspire and retain talented employees.
School starts
OCPS classes start on Aug. 22. Visit ocps.net for tips, bell schedules and events.
College of the Year
Full Sail University has been named the “2011 School/College of the Year” by the Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges.
Students SOAR
Nearly 60 incoming UCF freshmen are a step closer to academic success thanks to a summer program that introduces them to the college experience. SOAR, Seizing Opportunities for Achievement & Retention, consists of tutoring, advising and classes to strengthen students’ core academic skills. By addressing and improving writing, math and study skills early on, SOAR helps to foster success and progress in college. For more information, visit news.ucf.edu
Graduate programs
Learn about UCF’s nearly 200 graduate programs and meet faculty and staff at UCF’s Grad Fair from 4:30 p.m.-7:30 pm Wednesday, Sept. 7, at the Pegasus Ballroom at the Student Union. For details, visit www.admissions.graduate.ucf.edu/gradfair
Citizen of the Year
The Orange County District 4 2011 Citizen of the Year is East Orlando resident Sarah Dewitz of Just 1 Book. She was recognized at the annual Orange County Community Conference, which celebrates those making a difference in the community.
Kiwanis gets kids ready for school
The Avalon Park Kiwanis Club helped with Orange County Commissioner Jennifer Thompson’s backpack drive for needy students by collecting school supplies and filling backpacks.