UCF has now been recognized by the INSIGHT into Diversity magazine for its eighth consecutive Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) award for the University’s commitment to inclusion and diversity.
As recipient of the HEED Award, UCF will be featured in the November 2022 issue of INSIGHT into Diversity magazine alongside 102 other recipients. INSIGHT is the largest and oldest diversity-focused publication in higher education. UCF stands alongside Princeton University and Johns Hopkins University recognized this year.
Andrea Guzmán, the vice president for the UCF’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion said she believed the award reflects the university’s commitment to provide students of all backgrounds the tools they need to succeed.
“We believe that every individual who chooses to enroll, work or partner with UCF should have the ability to achieve their goals and reach their fullest potential,” Guzmán said. “The HEED Award is reflective of our steadfast commitment to inclusive excellence, which allows us to put our values into practice and fulfill our mission.”
As of the Fall 2022 semester, 29.8% of UCF’s undergraduate student body identify as Latino/Hispanic.
This past month, U.S. News & World Report has ranked UCF No. 59 across all Universities in the country and 41st among public schools for Top Performers on Social Mobility. According to Washington Monthly, UCF is ranked 37th among national universities for Social Mobility, up 21 spots from the previous year.
