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The UCF Report

1999

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The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 11, December 17, 1999, University Of Central Florida Dec 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 11, December 17, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Last class of 1990s graduates this month: Four commencement ceremonies will be held on Dec. 18 for nearly 2,400 grads; Nobel winners: Time for peace: Desmond Tutu and Oscar Arias talked of God, need for more generosity at forum; 1999 a memorable year for university: A glance back at the past 12 months show that UCF took several more steps in its quest to become a great university.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 10, December 3, 1999, University Of Central Florida Dec 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 10, December 3, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Peace forum ushers in millennium: The 5,000-seat UCF Arena is expected to be filled for the Dec. 7 event featuring two Nobel Peace Prize winners; $10 million given to university last year: Donations to the UCF Foundation were the most ever, bringing total to $62 million; Computer to school, Engineering merge: The goal is to better serve the community by forming the College of Engineering and Computer Science.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 9, November 19, 1999, University Of Central Florida Nov 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 9, November 19, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Chancellor praises Talented 20 plan: Adam Herbert called the governor's plan to stop using race as a consideration for college admission 'historic'; To be or not to be no longer a question: The OSF secured its future with a 30-year lease for the old Science Center; Peace forum UCF's gift to community: There has been enthusiastic response to a Dec. 7 peace forum that features Desmond Tutu and Oscar Arias


The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 8, November 5, 1999, University Of Central Florida Nov 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 8, November 5, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Clear sailing for Partnership Building: A unique agreement between UCF and the Navy will establish a joint center; Clearing up travel gridlock: Michele Meister is the next best thing to a traffic cop - a liaison to solve travel snags; UCF shatters goal for United Way: Main campus faculty and staff donated a record $126,000 to this year's campaign.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 7, October 22, 1999, University Of Central Florida Oct 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 7, October 22, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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UCF offers peaceful start to year 2000: Nobel Peace Prize winners Desmond Tutu and Oscar Arias will be on campus for forum on peace; $1 million up for grabs for research projects: The initiative will fund equipment to help the university reach Research I status; United Way campaign almost over.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 6, October 8, 1999, University Of Central Florida Oct 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 6, October 8, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Helping companies get down to business: The university has opened a center in Research Park to help new technology-driven businesses succeed; University looks west for campus expansion: Valencia will soon share classroom space on its main campus with UCF; Changes in store for tomorrow's UCF: Vice president says the university will have to adapt to a growing enrollment.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 5, September 24, 1999, University Of Central Florida Sep 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 5, September 24, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Too close for comfort: Hurricane Floyd gave Florida a scare, forcing UCF to cancel classes, open shelter; UCF reaches out to neighbors: Steps are being taken to help students living of campus feel more like members of the university community.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 4, September 10, 1999, University Of Central Florida Sep 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 4, September 10, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Forecasters see optics boom ahead: Central Florida's optics industry could grow by 25 percent a year through 2005; $113,000 goal set for United Way campaign; Record enrollment - and all is well: The university was well prepared for the 32,014 students taking classes this fall.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 3, August 27, 1999, University Of Central Florida Aug 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 3, August 27, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Enrollment could approach 32,000: More students than ever are ate tending UCF this semester, and enrollment is expected to grow to 48,000 by 2010; Athletics complex is field of dreams: Build stadiums and a bigger arena, and major conference, more fans will come; Sharp student receives UCF's 100,000th degree: Chris Sharp's college career began on a dare; now, he has a master's degree.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 2, August 6, 1999, University Of Central Florida Aug 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 22 No. 2, August 6, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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University hits 100,000-degree milestone: In just its 29th year awarding degrees, UCF has reached a mark that took other, much older universities far longer; Regents approve four new programs: The BOR also gave thumbs up for several other projects at its July meeting; Filmmaker starring in new role with UCF: The Sundance Film Festival co-founder is joining UCF this month to direct the Film and Animation department.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 23, June 25, 1999, University Of Central Florida Jun 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 23, June 25, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Cirent pledges $600,000 for endowed chair: The state of Florida will give UCF an additional $400,000 for the endowed chair for the School of Computer Science; Research veep no stranger: Longtime CREOL boss M.J. Soileau has been selected to lead the Division of Research; No more freshmen need apply for fall term: Admissions director: Never before has UCF stopped accepting applications prior to the start of fall term.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 22, June 4, 1999, University Of Central Florida Jun 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 22, June 4, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Medicine man: Chemistry professor Howard Miles travels the world in search of lifesaving drugs; Governor approves most of UCF's needs: Central Florida delegation is praised for its support of higher education; Partnerships spark on-campus fire station: Orange and Seminole counties will operate a UCF fire station in exchange for training from IST scientists.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 21, May 14, 1999, University Of Central Florida May 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 21, May 14, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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UCF Bar Lab changing drinking patterns: The bar's main customers are heavy-drinking 18- and 19-year-old freshmen at risk of harm from alcohol abuse; Tickets! Buy your football tickets; Engineering II next construction project: The $14.4 million building - north of Engineering I - will house labs, testing facilities and multimedia classrooms.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 20, April 30, 1999, University Of Central Florida Apr 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 20, April 30, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Expect a raise - BOR will say how much: The budget approved by the Legislature must be signed off by Gov. Jeb Bush, but it looks good for UCF; Married to the job: UCF couples are bringing new meaning to term 'working together'; 3,400 set to receive diplomas this spring.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 19, April 16, 1999, University Of Central Florida Apr 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 19, April 16, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Burnetts honor UCF with $1.48 million gift: The Al and Nancy Burnett donation lays the foundation for a $3 million building to house the Honors College; Hoop Dreams: After winning state basketball title in 1997, UCF foursome will play in nationals; Human Resources moving to Research Park: Sponsored Research will join Human Resources until the air-handling system is replaced in the Administration Building.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 18, April 2, 1999, University Of Central Florida Apr 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 18, April 2, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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UCF scientists driven to tame I-4 beast: UCF's Transportation Systems Institute developing ways to ease traffic problems; Satellite campuses sprouting up all over: Branch campuses are planned or in the works in seven central Florida counties; Questions remain for UCF in Legislature: Top priorities are salaries, enrollment, funds for construction and enhancements.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 16, March 5, 1999, University Of Central Florida Mar 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 16, March 5, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Will UCF teach medicine? Regents are considering proposal that would link UCF programs and South Florida's College of Medicine; Drink water, but flush first: High levels of lead, copper can be unhealthy, but you can reduce long-term risks; Believe them or not, myths flourish at UCF: Urban myths aren't just tall tales from the big city; we have our share here a UCF.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 15, February 19, 1999, University Of Central Florida Feb 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 15, February 19, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Pint-sized air conditioner a cool idea: Louis Chow and other UCF researchers are proving that smaller can be better; Coke is it in deal worth $11 million: Under agreement, Coca-Cola products will be only beverages sold on campus; Campus water shows signs of copper, lead: Health experts: Run water for 30 seconds before drinking from campus fountains.


The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 14, February 5, 1999, University Of Central Florida Feb 1999

The Ucf Report, Vol. 21 No. 14, February 5, 1999, University Of Central Florida

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Warning: Parking problems just ahead: School officials say expect parking crunch while third garage under construction; Veteran researcher interim IST director: Brian Goldiez will lead institute until national research for permanent director is completed; UCF filling void for graduate students: While fewer people are enrolling in graduate schools nationally, UCF is attracting students.