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The Department of Health Sciences
University of Central Florida
Joined February 2015
Timothy Horanic is a standout scholar and servant leader—peer tutor, SI leader and teaching assistant. His passion for cardiology drives his honors research on diet and heart health, earning him a spot as a UCF 5ML finalist. He is a 2026 CHPS Founders’ Day awardee.
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💪 Join us for our second speaker in the Research Seminar Series with a presentation from Professor Eduardo De Souza from The University of Tampa on Friday, October 17th at 12:00 p.m.! Find the link to join virtually here👇 https://t.co/uod6Y10dBF
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Health Sciences major Luis Torres Portillo moved from Caracas, Venezuela to the U.S. at 15. A UCF Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow, he studies Huntington disease and founded a sports nonprofit for kids. He aims to improve quality of life through health care and service.
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Did you know it only takes 11 minutes a day to live a healthier lifestyle? 👟 Assistant Professor A'Naja Newsome met with WGEM to discuss how we can decrease health risks like cardiovascular disease, cancer and even early death. https://t.co/zxsVYJLcZl
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A British study found that engaging in moderate-intensity exercise, or a brisk walk, can have some major health benefits.
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Congrats to Kamalie Thomas, Emily Carter, Ariana Valentin & Ashley Malvita who completed UCF’s Summer Mentoring Research Fellow Program last week! Their research topics ranged from evaluating nutrition and physical activity to examining youth cancer advocacy programs. 👏
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Health Sciences major Gabriela Facio's passion for medicine & people led her to UCF. After working with children at CECO, she's driven to become a pediatrician advocating for accessibility & empathy. VP of Students Care & TA, she mentors peers & leads with compassion.
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Congratulations to Jillian Weathington for being a finalist for the American Society for Nutrition’s Emerging Leaders in Nutrition Science Poster Competition! We're thrilled to celebrate this accomplishment for Jillian & her mentor, Assistant Professor Shante Jeune. Congrats! 🙌
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Three of our CHPS alumni were recognized as part of the 2025 Class of 30 Under 30, including Brianna Laurenceau ’18 from @ucf_hs! Brianna works as the Volunteer Resource Manager at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida, where she develops initiatives to empower local youth.⭐
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The new dean of the College of Health Professions and Sciences, Matthew Theriot, will tell you what he’s most proud of professionally is not so much what he’s done, but how he’s collaborated with others to translate ideas into action. https://t.co/a6xJX9xJZf
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“The internship experience pushed me to my path and made me the person I am today,” says Jason Gagnier, who turned his health sciences internship into a job, an X-ray tech license and acceptance into med school.
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At UCF, Priscilla Torres-Theobald found her path in Health Sciences. Now Executive Director of Harmony Healthcare Orlando, she says, “You don’t have to be a physician to impact health.” Her advice to grads: “Be patient and research your future employers.”
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👩🏽🎓👨⚕️ Here’s to everything you’ve accomplished and everything that’s still ahead — and to the lives you'll change from here on out! The future of healthcare looks brighter because you are in it! Congratulations #Classof2025! The world is lucky to have you. #UCFGrad
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Meet Reeta Rabadi from @ucf_hs. 🎓 Rabadi is graduating with a bachelor's degree in health sciences and plans to continue her education at the University of Florida's College of Dentistry in August. Congratulations, Reeta. 🖤🌠 #Classof2025
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Meet Samantha Migliore from @ucf_hs. 🎓 Migliore is graduating with a bachelor's degree in health sciences and plans to start the @ucf_dpt program after crossing the graduation stage. Congratulations, Samantha. 🖤🌠 #Classof2025
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Sending out huge congratulations to Keith Brazendale on his promotion to Assoc Prof with tenure, Katia Ferdowsi on her promotion to Assoc Lecturer, Martha Garcia-Stout on her promotion to Assoc Lecturer and Humberto Lopez-Castillo on his promotion to Assoc Prof with tenure.
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Together, we’re building a stronger, healthier community. 💪Make your gift today at the link below. 💛 https://t.co/Olla6EdjpT
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Congratulations to our 2025 Undergraduate Student Research Week winners from the Department of Health Sciences! We're so proud of you! 🏆
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Congratulations to Department of Health Sciences Chair Gail Kauwell who has been inducted as a Distinguished Fellow in Dietetics and Nutrition in the National Academies of Practice! https://t.co/WnxN1zR0OB
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Seven faculty members in the College of Health Professions and Sciences were inducted into the NAP for exemplary interprofessional research, practice and scholarship.
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More than 60 students and faculty assembled an impressive 10,000 nutritious meals, working with @RISE2030 to send the meals to remote areas where they will assist children and families. Thank you to everyone supports this critical cause! #PromotingHealthEmpoweringLives 🍎
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