Ketty Dones ’23, who is graduating with dual master’s degrees in public administration and nonprofit management, works with the Applied AI Innovation Initiative at UCF to provide local nonprofit organizations with technical assistance for AI-integrated solutions that help drive their missions.
The award provides faculty with new opportunities for travel, discovery and impact, highlighting the academic value of UCF’s membership in the Big 12 Athletic Conference.
Brad Heim will serve alongside former cabinet members, congressional leaders, state legislators and experts in the field of public administration to provide nonpartisan guidance to the United States government.
Claire Connolly Knox will be awarded the prestigious honor, which recognizes her impact on UCF’s program and students, at the 2025 International Association of Emergency Managers conference.
Abdul-Akeem Sadiq, who previously participated in the comprehensive program as both a fellow and mentor, is now facilitating its sixth cohort to help train the next generation of experts.
As chief for Central Florida’s largest fire and rescue department, alum Anthony Rios ’12 ’15MPA ’22PhD is ensuring Orange County’s residents and visitors are in good hands.