Archive for the ‘Politics’ Category
Ban on Greek Activities Emails from Belinda Boston
KnightNews.com has received its public records request for UCF Assistant Vice President Belinda Boston’s emails from Feb. 18 to Feb 21.
KnightNews.com filed the public records request to learn more about what went into the decision-making process to enact a ban on most Greek activities, as well...
February 27th, 2013 | News, Politics, UCF Administration, UCF Greek Life | Read More
Former White House Press Secretary, Judy Smith, Speaking at UCF Wednesday
On Wednesday, Feb. 27, former White House Press Secretary and the real-life inspiration for Olivia Pope, Judy Smith, will be speaking at the University of Central Florida.
After leaving the White House staff, Smith started Smith & Company, a consulting firm specializing in crisis management and...
February 26th, 2013 | Beyond UCF, Business, Entertainment, News, Politics, Student Orgs, UCF Administration | Read More
Potential Candidates for President and Vice President | UCF SGA Election Coverage
UPDATE KnightNews.com has learned that Student Government President and Vice President tickets will be Melissa Westbrook/Jacob Kahn and Andy Green/Zac Lee.
Sources tell KnightNews.com that the following people are currently petitioning for 500 signatures in order to run for Student Government President...
February 26th, 2013 | News, Politics, Student Orgs, UCF Administration, UCF SGA | Read More
Senior Political Reporter Talks about the Power, Advantage of Knowing How to Use Public Records
Dave Levinthal works for the Center for Public Integrity as a senior political reporter concentrating his investigations in the influence and flow of money in politics.
“Public records are a wonderful resource and something that can really built the foundation for your reporting in all of its dimensions....
February 25th, 2013 | Beyond UCF, News, Politics | Read More
Recent Campus Violence Poses Question of Concealed Carry on UCF Campus
UCF student Justin Sumpter tries to avoid coming to campus as much as possible.
As a citizen with a legal concealed carry license, Justin likes to have his gun on him at all times for increased protection. After personally experiencing a horrible incident, Justin felt compelled to take action and raise...
February 13th, 2013 | Beyond UCF, Crime, News, Politics | Read More
Marco Rubio Grabs Water, Takes Swig in SOTU Response
Twitter is on fire with Sen. Marco Rubio after he grabbed an awkward swig of bottled water while giving his State of the Union response to President Barack Obama.
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February 12th, 2013 | Beyond UCF, News, Politics | Read More
LIVE State of the Union | President Obama to Address Congress, the Nation
President Obama will give his State of the Union Address to Congress and the nation Tuesday night.
Watch live video of the State of the Union below, beginning at 9 p.m.
February 12th, 2013 | Beyond UCF, Politics | Read More
Critics Calling New Florida Business Logo Sexist, Offensive
A new logo issued by a group in charge of promoting Florida’s economic development is causing major uproar this week, sparking an unforeseen gender debate.
Enterprise Florida unveiled its new logo last Thursday: the word “FLORIDA” written in green letters, with the “I”...
February 5th, 2013 | Beyond UCF, Business, Economy, Politics | Read More
$300 Million in University Cuts Expected to be Replaced
Florida University System Chancellor Frank Brogan said he’s been assured by Gov. Rick Scott’s office and legislative leaders that the $300 million eliminated from the state system last year will be restored this year, according to the Tampa Bay Times.
“We asked for our $300 million back and...
January 30th, 2013 | Beyond UCF, Economy, News, Politics, Tuition | Read More
Survey Finds Freshman Drinking Rates at an All Time Low
The new generation of college students may be feeling the effects of a recessed economy as first time students move away from partying and towards looking at job prospects.
According to the “2012 Freshman Norms report,” conducted by UCLA’s Cooperative Institutional Research Program...
January 30th, 2013 | Beyond UCF, Economy, Health, Politics | Read More
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UCF Board of Trustees Approve $1.4 Billion Dollar Budget With No Tuition Increase–For Now
May 23, 2013 17:05
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UCF Board of Trustees May Discuss Possible 1.7% Tuition Increase Thursday
May 22, 2013 20:05
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Class of 2017 Summer Orientations Begin at UCF | Video
May 21, 2013 14:05
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UCF Spared 3% Tuition Increase as Gov. Scott Blocks Hike; Video
May 20, 2013 18:05
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Tickets for Hank Williams Jr. Concert at the UCF Arena Now on Sale
May 19, 2013 22:05
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