Dr. John C. Hitt

Dr. John C. Hitt is an accomplished academic administrator who served as the president of the University of Central Florida (UCF) from 1992 to 2018. During his tenure, he significantly expanded the university’s size, reputation, and research capabilities, making it one of the largest and most diverse institutions in the United States. Hitt is known for his leadership in higher education, commitment to student success, and fostering innovation and community engagement. His contributions have had a lasting impact on UCF’s growth and development, shaping it into a prominent national university.