Schools & Kids
Friday, May 29, 2026 · Winter Park
UCF Scientist Cracks Bacterial Defense Using Cow Peptide
A UCF researcher discovered that a cow-derived peptide forces drug-resistant bacteria to abandon their protective coating, potentially opening a path for antibiotics to work more effectively.
South College Orlando graduates 300 healthcare students in largest ceremony
South College Orlando graduated nearly 300 healthcare students on June 12, the largest commencement in campus history.
Friday, May 29, 2026
UCF Researcher Tests Probiotic Against Esophageal Cancer
A UCF researcher received $380,000 to study whether probiotics can prevent esophageal cancer in patients with chronic acid reflux.
Friday, May 29, 2026
First-Generation UCF Grad Leverages AI to Boost Nonprofits’ Impact
UCF graduate Ketty Dones uses her expertise in AI and nonprofit management to help Orlando-area organizations enhance their impact.
Friday, May 29, 2026
UF Eyes $500M Engineering Boom to Tackle Florida Tech Shortage
The University of Florida is pushing for $500 million in state funding to expand engineering facilities, aiming to supercharge STEM education amid Florida's booming tech sector. The proposal targets workforce gaps in high-demand fields like data science and advanced manufacturing. With Gainesville at the epicenter, UF's multibillion-dollar building spree could reshape the state's innovation landscape.
Friday, May 29, 2026
Florida Senate OKs Bill Capping Teacher Tenure at 4 Years
In a bold move to elevate classroom performance, the Florida Senate has passed legislation limiting teacher tenure to just four years while mandating merit-based evaluations. The measure, aimed at statewide public school gains, reignites a decade-old debate on accountability versus job security. Backed by GOP leaders, it heads to the House amid teacher union pushback.
Friday, May 29, 2026