UCF Traditions
A splashy tradition where students take the plunge, hoping to catch some floating rubber fun.
What is Spirit Splash?
On campus south, it stands so tall,
A wellness hub for one and all.
What is the Recreation and Wellness Center?
Before the Knights took their place in fame,
An orange in a suit had the mascot name.
One year he lasted, an odd little lot.
Can you name this fruity astronaut?
Who is Citronaut?
Midweek brings vendors and students galore,
What’s this campus event we all explore?
What is Market Day?
When tech problems arise, who do you call?
For emails and logins, they’ll fix it all.
What is UCF IT Support?
Bring loved ones along for a weekend so grand,
Explore campus life, hand in hand.
What is Family Weekend?
Home to a rush that Knights hold dear,
A place for reflection and cheer every year.
What is the Reflection Pond?
Step on this seal, and so they say,
You may not walk on graduation day.
What is Pegasus Seal?
A start to the year, where connections take flight,
Meet clubs and groups on this welcome-filled knight.
What is Opening Knight?
When stress or worries feel too tall,
Where can Knights turn for help through it all?
What is UCF Counseling and Psychological Services?
With rides and fun, it's the best break for free,
An adventure just for UCF to see!
What is Universal Knights?
Built to inspire, with a sculpture so grand,
A hub for learning, with classrooms at hand.
What is the Teaching Academy building?
In the city of Orlando, where students explore,
This university’s presence is more than a core.
With places for learning, both near and far,
How many campuses shine like a star?
What is 4?
Before the game, fans gather in cheer,
With food and fun, the big day is near.
What is Tailgating on Memory Mall.
For checkups and care, when you’re feeling unwell,
Where do Knights go to get back to feeling swell?
What is UCF Health Center?
In early April, a week to explore,
Where students present discoveries galore!
What is Research Week?
Picnic, hike, or just stroll slow,
Where plants and wildlife freely grow.
What is the Arboretum?
Before Knights took on their noble fame,
This university had a different name.
In ’66, it first took flight—
What was it called before it was Knight?
What is Florida Technological University?
With palm trees waving and fans in the stands,
We cheer for our Knights with clapping hands.
On home court we show our strength and fame,
What sport fills the arena for this big game?
What is UCF Basketball Games?
For jobs and careers or picking your path,
This place helps you prepare and avoid future wrath.
From building résumés to interviews grand,
Where do Knights go for a guiding hand?
What is UCF Career Services and Experiential Learning (CSEL)?
Lace up your shoes for a night on your feet,
In spring, we dance to a charitable beat.
What is Knight-Thon?
From optics to crystals and high-powered beams,
This place turns science into innovative dreams.
What is the CREOL building?
This Knight made history with talent and skill,
The first first-round pick, a record to fill.
A star on the field, quick and clever—
Can you name this player, famous forever?
Who is Daunte Culpepper?
One week in fall, full of laughter and cheer,
Concerts and fireworks mark this time of year.
Knights gather together for fun at its peak,
What’s this spirited UCF week?
What is UCF Homecoming Week?
For scholarships, grants, and loans you might need,
Where do Knights turn to help them succeed?
What is UCF Office of Student Financial Assistance?