Tech Talk with Andrea Wesser-Brawner

Thursday, February 26, 2026 11 a.m. to noon

Recommended for faculty and university leadership.

Industry Partnerships for Research and Your Classroom
Hosted by Andrea Wesser-Brawner & Jen McKinley

How can industry partnerships amplify your research and enrich your classroom? This session is designed specifically for UCF Faculty to bridge the gap between academic expertise and industry needs. Join Andrea Wesser-Brawner and Jen McKinley for a deep dive into the resources, funding, and collaborative networks available through the Florida High Tech Corridor.

Whether you are looking to fund a new project or bring real-world applications into your curriculum, this session provides the roadmap to making it happen.

Session Highlights:
The Value of Partnership: Discover how industry collaborations drive superior research outcomes and increase the impact of your work.

The Matching Grants Program: Jen McKinley will provide a detailed overview of how to leverage matching funds to fuel your research and innovation.

Corridor Resources: Learn how to access the Florida High Tech Corridor’s vast network to support your specific academic goals.

Expertise Mapping: Connect with colleagues to help us better understand and promote UCF’s collective research background within the Corridor’s diverse industry clusters.

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HEC 101: 101

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