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The fourth president of the University of Central Florida, John C. Hitt has served in the position since 1992. Raised in Houston, Texas, Hitt graduated from Austin College in Sherman, Texas in 1962 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. At Tulane University, he completed both his MS and his Ph.D. by 1966 and that's where his career began as an assistant professor. In 1969, Hitt moved to Texas Christian University, working as associate professor of psychology. Three years later, he became associate dean of the university; in 1974 he became vice president of the school's Research Foundation and soon after dean of the graduate school. After serving as provost and vice president for acade...
The fourth president of the University of Central Florida, John C. Hitt has served in the position since 1992. Raised in Houston, Texas, Hitt graduated from Austin College in Sherman, Texas in 1962 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology. At Tulane University, he completed both his MS and his Ph.D. by 1966 and that's where his career began as an assistant professor. In 1969, Hitt moved to Texas Christian University, working as associate professor of psychology. Three years later, he became associate dean of the university; in 1974 he became vice president of the school's Research Foundation and soon after dean of the graduate school. After serving as provost and vice president for academic affairs and professor of psychology at Bradley University in Illinois for ten years, he moved to the University of Maine in 1987 as vice president for academic affairs and professor of psychology. Four years later he was named interim president of the school before accepting the president position at the University of Central Florida. He serves on various boards throughout Central Florida, is an avid fisherman and has been married for 39 years. Hitt has two children and two grandchildren.
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UF's president earns $731,811 while tuition rises
Sentinel Staff WriterUniversity of Florida President Bernie Machen is again one of the 10 highest-paid chief executives at public research universities in the United States, according to an annual survey released today. The University of Central Florida's John Hitt,...Tags: University of Central Florida, Wages and Pensions, Florida International University, National Government, Colleges and Universities
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Bring your ice skates to 'Light Up UCF'
Sentinel Staff WriterA skating rink? Outdoors? In Florida? Yes, yes, yes. It's the centerpiece of a 50-day, family-friendly holiday extravaganza focused on UCF Arena called "Light Up UCF," which opens today. Why is it called "Light Up UCF"? One clue: the synchronized light...Tags: University of Central Florida Arena, Public Holidays
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Outdoor ice skating rink at UCF Arena is centerpiece of holiday events
Sentinel Staff WriterA skating rink? Outdoors? In Florida? Yes, yes, yes It's the centerpiece of a 50-day, family-friendly holiday extravaganza focused on UCF Arena called "Light Up UCF," which opens today Why is it called "Light Up UCF"? One clue: the synchronized light...Tags: University of Central Florida Arena, Public Holidays
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We think: UCF should address concerns, questions after death of player
It's understandable for the University of Central Florida to treat the death of one if its football players like a family matter. The sense of loss is deep. What's not understandable is dismissing legitimate concerns about the death of Ereck Plancher...Tags: University of Central Florida, Colleges and Universities, Florida State University, ESPN, George O'Leary
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Researchers will study energy efficiency at new UCF center
Special to the SentinelSiemens Energy Center, a new research facility for the study of energy efficiency, was dedicated Wednesday morning on UCF's main campus. UCF President John Hitt, Neal Gallagher, dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Sciences, and Randy Zwirn,...Tags: Engineering, Conservation, National Government, Energy Saving, Technology
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University of Central Florida celebrates 40 years of growth
Sentinel Staff WriterThe state school that would become the University of Central Florida held its first classes 40 years ago today amid great optimism. It also happened to be one of the most turbulent times in the nation's history. Students, staff and faculty who were...Tags: Robert F. Kennedy, Bright House Networks, University of Central Florida, Colleges and Universities, University of Central Florida Knights
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UCF President Hitt speaks at Executive Development Center event today
Sentinel Staff WriterUniversity of Central Florida President John Hitt is speaking today at the new downtown Orlando location of the UCF Executive Development Center. Hitt is expected to speak about the benefits of relocating the center from the university's main campus to...Tags: National Government, University of Central Florida, Colleges and Universities, Government
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George O'Leary's snub of Sentinel hurts everyone
Sentinel ColumnistA few years ago, I shredded Bobby Bowden. Absolutely destroyed him in a column after he wrote a letter to a judge on behalf of Michael Gibson, a deranged serial rapist who once played briefly for Florida State. Bowden was said to be livid about the...Tags: Andrew Carter, Bobby Bowden, Motor Racing, Rape, Periodicals
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The final workout of Ereck Plancher
Kyle Hightower and Tim Stephens, Sentinel Staff WritersUCF football player Ereck Plancher, a 19-year-old freshman receiver from Naples, collapsed after an offseason workout supervised by Knights Coach George O'Leary and his staff on March 18. He was transported to a nearby hospital and died about an hour...Tags: Physical Fitness, David Kelly, George O'Leary
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Florida Hospital, Burnham Institute join forces for research
Sentinel Staff WritersFlorida Hospital and the Burnham Institute for Medical Research announced a new research partnership Wednesday focused on diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Top officials from the two organizations, along with University of Central Florida President...Tags: University of Central Florida, Burnham Institute, John Reed, Research, Medical Research
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University of Central Florida group advocates letting students carry guns
Special To The SentinelAfter the deadly shootings at Northern Illinois University on Feb. 14, one club on the University of Central Florida campus thinks it has a solution. The Knight Rifle Association is a group of UCF students dedicated to promoting their Second Amendment...Tags: Metal and Mineral, Northern Illinois University, Interior Policy, Defense, Health and Safety at School
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