Starlit Serenade
UCF’s Symphony Orchestra performed pieces inspired by our planet and its celestial surroundings for this year’s Symphony Under the Stars.
In February Central Florida residents and future technologists gathered to learn from academic and industry leaders during NeoCity鈥檚 Community STEM Day. Based in Kissimmee, Florida, NeoCity is an emerging technology hub 鈥� and a UCF partner 鈥� dedicated to manufacturing and innovating smart sensors, optics and photonics.
During the event, UCF researchers in education, engineering, and modeling and simulation led interactive experiences teaching participants about advanced technologies. K-12 students engaged in activities like video games introducing microprocessor manufacturing, virtual reality headsets simulating aviation, augmented reality devices showcasing complex machinery and a wire maze demonstrating electronic design automation.
鈥淭his was an incredible opportunity to engage and inspire our young future scientists, engineers and educators, and their families.鈥濃�� Mike Borowczak, associate professor of electrical and computer engineering
- 1,200
- K-12 students and community members participated in the event
- 500
- Acres make up NeoCity, which will include research and manufacturing facilities to support the nation鈥檚 semiconductor manufacturing
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- Public, private and not-for-profit organizations are collaborating to establish NeoCity, which will create more jobs and reduce dependence on foreign imports
Students were able to use a telescope at the event.
A technical device featuring a circuit board and wired robotic devices.
A UCF Institute for Simulation and Training faculty member demonstrates how to play a video game for a student.