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91��Ƭ’s Appleton Museum of Art Invites Community to Explore Event Rentals at Sept. 24 Open House

Danielle Veenstra — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:44:56 +0000

Make your next event a work of art. 91��Ƭ’s Appleton Museum of Art will host an Open House on Thursday, Sept. 24, 2-6 p.m.

Imagine hosting your ceremony, corporate gathering, wedding, fundraiser or other special event surrounded by world-class art in an atmosphere unlike any other. The Appleton offers a truly distinctive setting where beautiful spaces, inspiring artwork and memorable experiences come together. Whether you’re planning a chic, intimate courtyard gathering or a grand occasion beneath the oak trees of old Florida, the museum’s event spaces provide an elegant and unforgettable backdrop.

Interested in learning more? Drop in on Sept. 24 between 2-6 p.m. for an Open House and experience the possibilities firsthand! Tour the indoor and outdoor event spaces, learn more about what’s available for your occasion, and meet the staff who can help you plan your event. Come get inspired, envision your next event surrounded by art, and see why your next gathering belongs at the Appleton Museum of Art.

This event is free to attend; no reservation needed.

The Appleton Museum, Artspace and Store are open Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. A campus of the College of Central Florida, the Appleton Museum of Art is located at 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, east of downtown on SR 40 (exit 352 east off I-75 or exit 268 west off I-95). Parking is free. For more information, call 352-291-4455 or visit AppletonMuseum.org.

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91��Ƭ Stearns Speaker Series to Explore Florida’s Role in the American Revolution

Danielle Veenstra — Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:18:38 +0000

Renowned historian David Head will present on Florida’s often-overlooked role in the War of Independence at the College of Central Florida Stearns Speaker Series on Monday, Oct. 19.

“Britain’s Loyal Colonies Lost: The American Revolution in Florida” will be held from 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the Stearns Learning Resources Center on the Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road. This free event is open to community members.

Head’s lecture will examine the conflict and the role Florida played during the American Revolution. While 13 of Britain’s American colonies declared independence in 1776, East and West Florida remained loyal to King George III. The colonies soon became caught between American and Spanish forces as the war spread into the region.

Head is a senior lecturer of history at the University of Central Florida. A native of Western New York, he earned his Ph.D. in history from the University of Buffalo and has published five books, including “A Crisis of Peace: George Washington, the Newburgh Conspiracy, and the Fate of the American Revolution,” a finalist for the 2020 George Washington Book Prize.

His most recent book, “A Republic of Scoundrels: The Schemers, Intriguers, and Adventurers Who Created a New American Nation,” explores the people and intrigue surrounding the creation of the United States. Head also writes regularly for public audiences on topics ranging from the Golden Age of Piracy in Florida to George Washington’s love advice.

“The annual speaker series brings distinguished Americans to the 91��Ƭ Ocala Campus, providing an opportunity for both the college community and citizens from Marion County and the surrounding areas to learn from and meet these individuals,” said Cliff Stearns, who established the Friends of Cliff Stearns Endowed Chair through a gift to the 91��Ƭ Foundation in December 2020. The series aims to bring national and regional speakers on history, political science and technology to 91��Ƭ to benefit both students and the community.

Registration is encouraged at 91��Ƭ.edu/Stearns.

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College of Central Florida hosts ribbon cutting for Center for Career Development

Danielle Veenstra — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:37:03 +0000

The College of Central Florida invites the community to a ribbon cutting on Tuesday, Sept. 22, at 2 p.m. for the new Center for Career Development at the 91��Ƭ Ocala Campus Enterprise Center, 3001 S.W. College Road.

The Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership will join college officials to cut the ribbon for the new center, which provides students with immersive career exploration tools, networking opportunities with local employers and connections to internships.

“This new center represents 91��Ƭ’s commitment to evolving to the workforce needs of our students and local employers,” said Dr. Jim Henningsen, 91��Ƭ president. “This center will give students the tools, guidance and connections they need to navigate today’s workforce, while helping employers find the skilled talent they need to grow and succeed in our community.”

The center is also home to 91��Ƭ’s professional clothing closet, which provides students with free attire suitable for job interviews, and the new Connection Hub by Fastenal – a comfortable collaborative space for networking events and conversations. The Connection Hub is available for students and employers to use as a meeting room and features a set of virtual reality headsets to aid students in career exploration.

“We are grateful to Fastenal for the generous donation that made the Connection Hub possible,” said Dr. Jennifer Fryns, 91��Ƭ vice president of workforce development and innovation. “Partners like Fastenal play a key role in helping 91��Ƭ look ahead and embrace new possibilities. Their engagement reflects the kind of forward-thinking partnership that enables us to continually improve how we serve our students, our employers and our community.”

Attendees will enjoy light refreshments, take a tour the new space and learn more about Handshake, the college’s career platform that provides direct connection between employers seeking candidates and students and alumni looking for jobs and internships.

Immediately after the ribbon cutting and tour, students are encouraged to stop by the Talent Center next door for their open house event and participate in resume critiques and LinkedIn profile evaluations.

For more information about the ribbon cutting, visit www.cf.edu/CCD.

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91��Ƭ Recognizes Legislative Delegation for $1M Workforce Funding

Danielle Veenstra — Wed, 02 Sep 2026 19:32:09 +0000

The College of Central Florida recently recognized members of its legislative delegation for their advocacy role resulting in $1 million in funding for critical workforce programs. The recognition took place during the Aug. 26 meeting of the 91��Ƭ District Board of Trustees.

Sen. Stan McClain and Rep. Richard Gentry were present for a photo opportunity with college leadership and trustees, and they spoke in support of 91��Ƭ’s mission and vision. Their participation highlighted the important partnership between the college and state leaders who advocate for the educational, workforce and economic development needs of our community.

“I think we are very fortunate to have a great delegation that does such a fantastic job supporting us in Tallahassee,” said Rusty Branson, 91��Ƭ District Board of Trustees chair. “We truly need their help and support and they have always been there for us.”

Expanding critical workforce programs was a top priority for 91��Ƭ in the 25-26 legislative budget funding cycle. 91��Ƭ is in the largest workforce program expansion in its history, and this extra funding allows the college to support the need for skilled workers in key industries.

The $1 million in funding is already being put to use hiring qualified faculty and staff for Nursing, Agribusiness, IT and other in-demand programs. 91��Ƭ is also utilizing the funds to expand existing workforce programs and launch new degrees, such as the Associate in Science in Precision Agriculture, Associate in Science in Hospitality Management and Tourism, Bachelor of Science in Exceptional Student Education and College Credit Certificate in Geographic Information Systems.

“91��Ƭ is grateful for the continued support of our legislative delegation and for their commitment to the communities we serve,” said Dr. Jim Henningsen, 91��Ƭ president. “Their advocacy helps strengthen the college’s ability to provide accessible, high-quality educational opportunities and meet the evolving workforce needs of our region.”

For more information about 91��Ƭ’s workforce programs, visit www.91��Ƭ.edu/Workforce.

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91��Ƭ’s Appleton Museum of Art Announces Fall Lineup of Events and Educational Programming

Danielle Veenstra — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 19:45:23 +0000

The Appleton Museum of Art, College of Central Florida, announces its new schedule of fall and holiday events, free-admission days and educational programs, building on a summer of record-breaking attendance. The 2026 Summer Art Camp hosted nearly 450 children ages 5–17 across 10 weeks, with an additional 100 students served at East Marion Elementary School through a free, one-week outreach camp. The museum also offered free admission throughout July in celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States, welcoming 11,690 visitors.

This fall, there is no shortage of engaging opportunities to enjoy the museum. Free First Saturdays continue with free admission on the first Saturday of each month. Visitors can explore the galleries and participate in free programming such as film screenings and talks, as well as support local businesses by visiting on-site food trucks and vendors.

Saturday, Sept. 5: “Florida Lore” Storytelling Presentation by Dr. Caren Neile, noon
Saturday, Oct. 3: Film Screening, “The Yearling,” 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 7: Film Screening, “Who the #$&% Is Jackson Pollock?,” 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 5: Holiday Community Day, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Free First Saturdays are supported in part by CAMPUS USA Credit Union. The Holiday Community Day is supported by the Urban Family. Saturday hours are 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Event details are available at AppletonMuseum.org.

From Oct. 13–18, visitors can also enjoy free admission in honor of the birth date of museum founder Arthur I. Appleton (1915–2008).

Early October brings two exclusive events for Appleton members. On Oct. 2, 5:30–7:30 p.m., Appleton Director’s Circle members are invited to celebrate the opening of “Jeffrey Kronsnoble: Master of Allusion, A Life of Art” with heavy hors d’oeuvres and wine. The artist will give a talk in the auditorium at 6:30 p.m. This event is open to Appleton Director’s Circle members. RSVP is required to Colleen Harper at harperc@cf.edu or 352-291-4455, ext. 1831.

On Oct. 8, 5–8 p.m., all Appleton members are invited to a festive evening with the popular Alpine Express. Dance and sing along to favorite tunes as the band performs traditional Oktoberfest music in two lively, interactive sets. Enjoy light snacks and beverages, including Oktoberfest brews, in the café before the music begins in the auditorium at 5:45 p.m. The event is free to attend. RSVP is required by Monday, Oct. 5, to Colleen Harper at harperc@cf.edu or 352-291-4455, ext. 1831.

New this fall, The Appleton with an Artist program invites visitors to tour the galleries with Heather Dawn Batchelor on Sept. 19 at 11 a.m. Batchelor will share works that have influenced and inspired her own artistic practice. Along the way, hear about her creative journey and process, with plenty of opportunities for questions and conversation. The program is free for members and included with museum admission for nonmembers. No reservation is needed to attend.

The Appleton also offers a new schedule of fall studio art classes, with offerings for pre-K through adult participants. Designed for all skill levels, classes invite the community to learn, create and be inspired in a safe, supportive environment. Held on-site in the Appleton’s art studios, each class is led by experienced educators and artists who provide guidance to help participants build and expand their artistic skills. New this year is open studio time in the ClayLab for adult students who have recently taken a clay class at the Appleton. For the class schedule, descriptions, fees and registration, visit AppletonMuseum.org. For inquiries, contact AppletonEducation@cf.edu.

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91��Ƭ Student Receives Chime Scholars Foundation Award

Danielle Veenstra — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 19:20:27 +0000

College of Central Florida student Angie Granados has been named a 2026 Chime Workforce Scholar, joining 200 students nationwide recognized for their academic achievement and pursuit of career-focused education.

Funded by the Chime Scholars Foundation and administered by the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation, the Chime Workforce Scholarship provides each scholar with $1,000 to help cover educational expenses while completing a certificate or associate degree that prepares students for careers in high-demand fields.

Granados maintains a 4.0 GPA while pursuing an Associate in Science degree in Business Administration at 91��Ƭ.

“At the Chime Scholars Foundation, we believe that career and technical education opens doors to financial progress and long-term opportunity,” said Jeni Izuel, president of the Chime Scholars Foundation. “We’re proud to support students who are working hard to gain in-demand skills and build better futures for themselves and their families.”

“We are thrilled to launch this new program and award hardworking students with Chime Workforce Scholarships,” Amanda Karpinski Gorman, executive director of the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation said. “These scholarships support students pursuing career and technical education at two-year colleges, and we look forward to see all they go on to accomplish.”

The Chime Workforce Scholarship supports students preparing for high-demand careers that strengthen their communities and local economies. By helping students complete their education and earn workforce credentials, the program aims to strengthen the pipeline of skilled workers in fields where they are needed most.

“Angie’s recognition as a Chime Workforce Scholar is a wonderful accomplishment,” said Jim Henningsen, president of the College of Central Florida. “We are proud to celebrate her achievements and are grateful to the Chime Scholar’s Foundation and the Phi Theta Kappa Foundation for supporting our students.”

Kappa Nu, the College of Central Florida chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, has upheld the organization’s hallmarks of leadership, scholarship, fellowship and service since 1960. The chapter has developed exceptional student leaders, including an International President and several International Vice Presidents. In the past year, Kappa Nu members received several prestigious awards, and the chapter was recognized as one of Phi Theta Kappa’s most distinguished chapters at the 2026 Phi Theta Kappa International Convention.

About Phi Theta Kappa:
Phi Theta Kappa is the first honor society recognizing the academic achievement of students at associate degree-granting colleges and helping them to grow as scholars and leaders. The Society is made up of more than 4.4 million members and nearly 1,250 chapters in 11 countries, with approximately 220,000 active members in the nation’s colleges. Learn more at ptk.org.

About the College of Central Florida:
The College of Central Florida is committed to providing a full range of educational programs, offering high-quality, affordable education across three counties and online. 91��Ƭ offers more than 170 academic pathways in a variety of fields to prepare students for meaningful careers and successful futures.

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Emergency Alert

Rachel Cote — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 16:09:45 +0000

Update at 2:38 p.m.

The Ocala Campus has been confirmed safe by Ocala Police Department after investigation of a bomb threat.

Classes and activities at all 91��Ƭ campuses remain canceled for Aug. 28. Regular operations will resume Saturday, Aug. 29. Saturday classes and activities will be held at their regular times and locations. 91��Ƭ students and employees can now return to campus to collect their belongings.

12:08 p.m.

The 91��Ƭ Ocala Campus is currently being evacuated due to a reported threat. All students and employees must leave campus grounds while the threat is being investigated. More information will be posted here and sent out via the RAVE Emergency Alert system as it becomes available.

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91��Ƭ wins Florida’s top public relations award for ‘Take the Reins’ campaign

Danielle Veenstra — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 18:56:55 +0000

The College of Central Florida’s Marketing and Public Relations team was recognized by the Florida Public Relations Association (FPRA) with the highest honor across the state this week at the 2026 Annual Golden Image Awards Gala.

91��Ƭ’s Marketing and Public Relations team submitted for their marketing campaign “Take the Reins: Quality Enhancement Plan.” At the gala, 91��Ƭ earned a Judges’ Award (presented to entries that demonstrate impressive return on investment), a Golden Image Award (presented to the top-scoring entry in the Integrated Marketing category), and the Dick Pope All Florida Golden Image Award (the highest honor, given to the overall best PR program across the state).

The FPRA Golden Image Awards represent the highest level of statewide recognition, and honor outstanding public relations programs throughout Florida. 91��Ƭ was pleased to be recognized among many industry giants including Universal Studios, Florida Department of Transportation, AdventHealth, Sachs Media, University of Florida, Premier Sotheby’s International Realty and many more.

The “Take the Reins” campaign supported the launch of the College of Central Florida’s Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), a new career and transfer readiness initiative for 91��Ƭ students as part of the college’s 10-year reaffirmation process with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). With “Take the Reins,” 91��Ƭ students can earn a series of microcredentials in high-demand skills such as communications, leadership, technology and responsible AI literacy (TRAIL), critical thinking and more.

“I’m so pleased to see the hard work of our 91��Ƭ team members be recognized in such a meaningful way,” said Rachel Cote, APR, 91��Ƭ director of marketing, public and community relations. “Take the Reins is having a real impact on our students’ career and transfer success, and we were grateful to have the opportunity to showcase the project at a statewide level.”

As part of the campaign, the 91��Ƭ Marketing team cultivated “Take the Reins” Brand Ambassadors among employees, utilized high-visibility environmental branding to normalize “Take the Reins” in the daily student experience and leveraged student-first storytelling to make “Take the Reins” objectives easier to understand.

To learn more about “Take the Reins,” visit www.91��Ƭ.edu/TakeTheReins.

For more information about the Florida Public Relations Association, visit www.fpra.org.

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91��Ƭ System Upgrade Alerts and FAQs

Danielle Veenstra — Thu, 30 Jul 2026 14:11:08 +0000

Check the FAQ for more information

Monday, Aug. 24, 2026

Financial Aid

91��Ƭ is on track to disburse financial aid to Fall A and C term students meeting all disbursement criteria by mid-September.

Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026

Registrar

The last day for adding classes for Fall A and C semesters has been extended to Friday, Aug. 21.

Friday, Aug. 14, 2026

Registrar

Students who have submitted major changes will not see those updates until after the Fall semester has started. Please check back after the first day of classes.

Add/Drop periods have been slightly extended for Fall A and C semesters. The last day to add for both Fall A and C will be Thursday, Aug. 20, and the last day to drop will be Friday, Aug. 21.

Financial Aid

Students can now view their updated eligiblity for financial aid. Please check the financial aid tab of the My91��Ƭ Student Portal for more information about your SAP status.

Student Accounts

Students are encouraged to review their account balance on the My91��Ƭ portal to ensure all bills are paid before the start of the Fall semester on Monday, Aug. 17.

Friday, Aug. 7, 2026

Student Accounts

91��Ƭ is currently running the billing process, and some students’ bills may reflect $0.00 during this time. If your bill shows $0.00 and you have not already paid in full, please check back this afternoon.

Update at 3:35 p.m.: The billing process has completed. Fall billing is updated. Students can pay their Fall semester tuition online, in-person, over the phone or through a Nelnet payment plan.

Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026

Student Accounts

All billing for the upcoming Fall semester has been successfully updated and students are able to pay their tuition in-person, online, over the phone or through a Nelnet payment plan. Please visit the Student Accounts tab on the My91��Ƭ portal to start this process.

Registrar

Due to unexpected delays in billing, drop for nonpayment has been moved to Monday, Aug. 17. This means students have from now until end of day Sunday, Aug. 16, to pay their remaining balances in order to secure their classes. Students with sufficient pending financial aid will not be dropped.

Financial Aid

The college has worked hard to manually fix the data errors in student records for the summer semester and has updated aid offers to reflect each student’s final enrollment status.

Our financial aid department has now moved forward with largescale automated disbursements for Summer. Funds will be processed by our refund provider, NelNet, over the course of a few business days.

The Financial Aid team is still working through some complex records from the Summer semester (with less than 300 remaining).

Thursday, July 30, 2026

Financial Aid

91��Ƭ successfully updated financial aid offers for a majority of Summer students on Wednesday, July 29, and is now moving forward with the disbursement process. The remaining steps of the process are anticipated to take place over the next four business days, at which point funds for eligible students will be transmitted to 91��Ƭ’s refund provider, Nelnet. You can access Nelnet through the Student Accounts tab on the My91��Ƭ portal to review your refund preferences.

The Financial Aid department will continue to manually review and update any remaining aid for summer.

Thursday, July 23, 2026

Financial Aid

91��Ƭ is continuing to disburse financial aid to summer students. Once disbursed, it may take up to three business days for the funds to be available through 91��Ƭ’s refund provider, Nelnet. You can access Nelnet through the Student Accounts tab on the My91��Ƭ portal.

As of July 22, 26-27 aid offers are now visible to students in their Financial Aid dashboards, accessible through the My91��Ƭ portal.

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Financial Aid

As of July 16, the 91��Ƭ Financial Aid department has disbursed $1.68 million to summer enrolled students.

The Financial Aid department has completed disbursement for standard students in Summer A term only, and is now in the process of disbursing to students in Summer B, C and mixed terms over the next several weeks, followed by Summer students with highly complex records. Inaccuracies with student records are still being corrected; we thank you for patience as we work diligently to fix the issues in the system so that we can disburse the correct amount of aid for all students.

Please note that, once disbursed, it may take up to three business days for the funds to be available through 91��Ƭ’s refund provider, Nelnet. You can access Nelnet through the Student Accounts tab on the My91��Ƭ portal.

Student Accounts

All billing for summer B students is now fully corrected and accurate. Fall bills are still being calculated. Fall billing is anticipated to open by the end of July.

Friday, July 10, 2026

Financial Aid

91��Ƭ is currently in the process of disbursing financial aid. Please note that there are still delays in disbursement as we work to ensure all student records are fully accurate prior to awarding aid. The following indicates the anticipated order of aid processing:

Summer A term only students – Completed as of July 9
Summer C and mixed term students – In progress as of July 10
Summer B term only students – TBD
Summer A, C or B term students with holds such as Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) warnings or unconventional records – TBD

Aid disbursement may be released in separate, staggered batches based on aid type (scholarships, Bright Futures, grants, loans, etc.). Notifications will be sent from NelNet to Patriots Mail every time a refund is available.

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Financial Aid

We are working to correct inaccuracies found in student records in order to properly disburse aid. Expert software technicians are on campus and online with our team every day, and we have had great progress in updating these records and have taken positive steps toward resolution.

The Financial Aid department has started the process of disbursing some funds to students, dependent on a variety of factors such as source of funding. Because aid is coming from multiple sources (like federal, state, and local grants or loans), aid is being released in separate, staggered batches rather than all at once, and there is still no definite timeline for full disbursement.

We appreciate your patience and will notify you via Patriots Mail when your funds are disbursed, including information regarding whether your aid package has been completely disbursed or is still pending other funding sources.

Please know that the 91��Ƭ Patriot Fund application is available to any student having emergency financial need. It is located on the Help tab and the Student Accounts tab on the My91��Ƭ Portal.

Summer B students eligible for financial aid can pick up their school supply kits at the Ocala Campus from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The temporary station will be located outside Building 36 on July 9, and inside Building 1, room 102 or 107, from July 13–16. All other students can either choose to wait until 91��Ƭ’s new bookstore, BibliU, opens on July 27 or purchase supplies from other retailers. Scantrons needed for exams will be provided by your instructor.

Billing

The College of Central Florida is working diligently to update the data in order to finalize billing as soon as possible.

Summer B students can expect their billing information to be updated within the next week. Please keep an eye on your Patriots Mail for the most up-to-date information. Fall semester students will be notified when billing has opened, and payment plans for this semester have been extended. Students now have until July 20 (extended from July 9) to secure the initial down payment option for their payment plans.

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

The College of Central Florida is working hard to integrate a newly installed student information software system. Despite our best efforts, financial aid disbursements have been delayed by a series of technical setbacks related to the integration of the new system.
What is the cause of the issues?
After launching 91��Ƭ’s new technology system, we have identified some inaccuracies in student records. In order to legally disburse financial aid, we must first correct and verify these student records, which are used to determine financial aid offers.
What is 91��Ƭ doing about it?
We are addressing these technical issues with great urgency and are in the process of manually verifying all affected student records to ensure aid offers are correct before disbursement. Because of the complexity of the process, exact payment dates are not available at this time and estimated financial aid on student’s Financial Aid Dashboard may not be accurate. We are working to ensure all students receive the funds they are eligible for. We understand the impact this has on our students and have reallocated staff and contracted additional outside technical support to complete the distribution as soon as possible.

If students have an emergency financial need, they are encouraged to apply to the 91��Ƭ Patriot Fund, which is located on the Help tab and the Student Accounts tab on the My91��Ƭ Portal.

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

Due to 91��Ƭ’s new IT system, disbursement of Summer financial aid is delayed. We recognize that this delay may place a burden on students relying on those funds. For information about student resources including emergency funds, the Patriot Pantry, and the Clothes Closet, please visit the My91��Ƭ portal and click on the Help tab.

Please note that the information displayed on the Financial Aid Dashboard of the My91��Ƭ Financial Aid tab may not be accurate at this time, but we are working diligently to update the data in order to disburse funds as soon as possible. Once more information becomes available, we will provide updates on the My91��Ƭ portal.

Friday, April 17, 2026

Financial aid for the Spring semester is currently being disbursed, and 90% of funds have already been sent to students. Please continue to be patient as we complete the remaining spring disbursements in the coming weeks. Students can check the status of their aid in the Financial Aid tab of the My91��Ƭ Portal. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to make your student experience easier.

Friday, March 13, 2026

Because of planned system updates, some students are experiencing an unexpected delay in receiving student aid funds from loans, scholarships and grants. We regret the disruption our system transition has caused and are committed to ensuring students receive 100% of the federal financial aid they qualified for. Our team is working hard to resolve this issue and we expect all eligible financial aid to be disbursed by mid-April. Please rest assured this delay will not impact your enrollment in courses. For information about student resources including emergency funds, the Patriot Pantry, and the Patriot Closet, please visit the Help tab in your My91��Ƭ Student Portal.

Friday, March 6, 2026

Most student services are now live including class registration, the admission’s applications, the graduation application and more.

Monday, March 2, 2026

The College of Central Florida is experiencing a short delay in its system upgrades. When the updated student services go live, we will notify current students via email.

Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026

The College of Central Florida’s system upgrade begins today and will continue through to March 1. Services will have alternate processes during this time.

Monday, Jan. 12, 2026

The College of Central Florida is in the process of planned system upgrades, and almost all services will have alternative processes during Feb. 5 – March 1. These upgrades will support better online services, simplified processes and improved access to academic and financial information. Services will resume March 2.

We appreciate your patience as we work to improve your experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

91��Ƭ is working hard to integrate its new systems, but despite our best efforts some students are experiencing delays in their services. We are committed to supporting all students during this time. This FAQ is sectioned by department; please select the applicable area below:

Jump to: Admissions | Advising | Financial Aid | Registrar/Graduation | Student Accounts

Admissions

When will my application be processed?

Applications are being processed in the order in which they were received. Currently, there is a 2 week waiting period for processing. Once your application has been processed, you will receive an email with next steps.

Can I still schedule a campus tour?

Yes, join us at any of our campus locations for a tour! You can see available dates and times at www.91��Ƭ.edu/Tour.

Advising

Can I still meet with my adviser?

Yes, advising appointments are available. Please use your advisor’s Calendly link, located in Canvas, to schedule an appointment. You may also email your advisor directly. You can find your advisor’s email on the My91��Ƭ Student Portal under the Academics tab.

Can I make changes to my academic pathway?

Yes. Schedule an appointment with your academic advisor to ensure the correct pathway is applied to your student record.

Financial Aid

Why is financial aid delayed?

We have identified some inaccuracies in student records and because of that we encountered multiple unexpected challenges with disbursing aid for the Summer 2026 term. The college has made significant progress resolving the implementation issues and has reassigned staff and contracted with expert software techs to get the issues resolved more quickly and accurately. Moving forward, we anticipate that the new system will streamline the student experience. We are actively working to resolve the issues with financial aid but do not have a clear timeline for full disbursement yet.

When will I be able to get my financial aid?

We have been working through transitioning to a new technology system and as a result, financial aid disbursements for the Summer 2026 term are following a different timeline than usual. If a student has aid from multiple funding sources, such as federal, state and local grants, scholarships or loans, it is possible that aid will be received in multiple deposits at different times.

Financial aid is expected to be disbursed to students registered only for Summer A or C term first, then to students registered for Summer B term. Financial Aid is expected to be disbursed in this order:

Institutional grants and scholarships; 91��Ƭ Foundation scholarships; State scholarships and grants, including Florida Bright Futures
Loans
Pell grants

Our top priority is ensuring that every student is granted the full amount of financial aid money they’re entitled to as quickly as we can.

How does the college receive financial aid funds to give to students?

The college does not receive any funds for grants or loans until the moment just before it is transferred to NelNet for disbursement. The amount the college receives depends on student eligibility and that eligibility is currently being handled manually until the new system inaccuracies are completely resolved.

It’s important to review and approve each student file before applying aid to ensure students are not under-awarded or over-awarded, which could result in having to pay back funds. This is an extremely rare occurrence and it is not expected to happen since we are taking care to check each student’s eligibility.

What other options are available to me as a student for financial assistance?

We recognize that this delay may place a burden on students relying on those funds and have developed a list of available financial resources, such as our Patriot Pantry and Patriot Fund, at 91��Ƭ.edu/FinanceHelp. You can also find resources on the My91��Ƭ Student Portal under the Help tab.

If you will be late on July rent, you can request a letter from 91��Ƭ to your landlord explaining the situation and requesting an extension on payment by emailing the Dean of Student Services department via viatork@cf.edu.

Will the delay in aid affect my enrollment?

Your class enrollment will not be affected and you will be able to register for classes without issue. Nobody with pending financial aid will be dropped from any 91��Ƭ courses.

How can I get my books?

91��Ƭ has switched bookstore vendors from Barnes & Nobles to BibliU. The new bookstore offers a streamlined, all-inclusive coursework service called My91��Ƭ Books that provides easy access to all assigned digital materials on day one for eligible classes.

Students can find their eligible course materials by clicking on their class in Canvas and selecting the “My91��Ƭ Books” link on the left-hand side. .

For more information about 91��Ƭ’s new bookstore provider, visit our FAQ page.

91��Ƭ has reopened its bookstore with BibliU for in-person service. The new bookstore, located in Building 36 on the Ocala Campus, is open 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Fridays.

Registrar/Graduation

Can I register for Fall 2026 yet?

Yes. Fall registration is open. You can self-register on the My91��Ƭ portal under the Enrollment tab or attend an upcoming Rapid Registration event.

When will I receive my requested transcript?

Transcript requests are being handled in the order they have arrived. Please be patient with us as we work through the backlog. You can check the status of your request on . If you have an urgent transcript need, please email transcripts@cf.edu.

When will I receive my diploma?

Official diplomas and certificates have been posted for delivery for graduates from the May 2026 commencement and can expect to receive their diplomas in the mail to the current address on file.

Student Accounts

How will I receive refunds?

91��Ƭ is moving refund services from BankMobile to Nelnet. If you are eligible for a refund, you will need to set up an account in Nelnet and select a refund method. If you do not update your refund preference, your refund will be mailed as a paper check.

Visit 91��Ƭ.edu/StudentAccounts or the Student Accounts tab on the My91��Ƭ Student Portal for instructions on setting up your Nelnet account. If you already have a Nelnet account, no further action is needed.

How do I know I’m eligible for a refund?

Students can view their refund status in the Student Accounts tab of the My91��Ƭ Portal. If you are eligible for a refund, you will receive a notification from noreply-refunds@nelnet.net.

Is my bill accurate?

Current billing information is accurate at this time.

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91��Ƭ opens new campus store

Danielle Veenstra — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 14:32:40 +0000

The College of Central Florida’s bookstore re-opened on July 27, under new management with BibliU. BibliU is open in the 91��Ƭ Bookstore location in Building 36 on the Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on Fridays. 91��Ƭ students and the community can shop for 91��Ƭ-branded merchandise and a limited range of physical textbooks.

Through this new partnership with BibliU, 91��Ƭ students also have easy access to the new My91��Ƭ Books program, which provides day-one access to all required digital textbooks and courseware directly in their online student portal. Through the flat-rate program, My91��Ƭ Books, 91��Ƭ students will have access to required course materials for one predictable cost, helping reduce uncertainty around textbook pricing and making it easier to be prepared for class. The digital-first model is designed to improve affordability, simplify access and support student success from the first day of the term.

“The College of Central Florida is excited to partner with BibliU to offer our students an improved bookstore experience to promote academic success with affordable and accessible textbook options,” said Dr. Jim Henningsen, 91��Ƭ president.

The My91��Ƭ Books program piloted for students during the summer, with the full launch starting in the fall term, which begins Aug. 17.

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