Faculty

Mandy Pacheco

Amanda Pacheco, Ed.D.

Visiting Instructional Specialist
College of Undergraduate Studies

Email: amanda.pacheco@ucf.edu

Research Interests

Career Development, Experiential Learning, Alternative Education Models, Teaching and Learning

Publications

Book Chapters/Journal Articles

  • Dressier, S., Cedercreutz, K., & Pacheco, A. (2011). Strengthening curriculum through Student Learning Outcome Assessment in Experiential Learning. Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Education, 23(2), 41–47. https://doi.org/10.1080/10963758.2011.10697005

Conference Presentations

  • Cruz, C., Farless, P., Johnson, E., Pacheco, A, Vaughn, J. (2022, February). Digital Portfolios. Teaching and Learning Day. University of Central Florida. Orlando, FL.
  • Johnson, E., Pacheco, A, Vaughn, J. (2021, November). Developing your E-Portfolios. Panel Presentation for Fulbright Scholars. University of Central Florida. Orlando, FL.
  • Pacheco, A. (2017, June). ePortfolios at UCF: Different Perspectives. Panelist for the QEP “What’s Next” ePortfolio Bootcamp event. University of Central Florida. Orlando, FL.
  • Pacheco, A. (Panel Moderator), Bindell, J. (Panelist), & Eigenbrode, S. (Panelist) (2010, October). “Best practices for the development of sustainable partnerships.” Panel presented at Service-Learning Day, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL.
  • Pacheco, A. (2010, May; 2009, May; 2008, May; 2007, May; 2006, May). “Internship best practices: Criteria for success.” Presented at the annual Summer Faculty Development Conference, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL.
  • Pacheco, A. (2010, May; 2009, May; 2008, May; 2007, May; 2006, May). “Legal issues, forms, and contracts for internships.” Presented at the annual Summer Faculty Development Conference, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL.
  • Pacheco, A. (2008, September). “What to do with the t-shirt once you’ve been there and done that: Using reflection to inspire student growth.” Presented at the annual Florida Association of International Educators conference, Orlando, FL.
  • Pacheco, A. & Herold, J. (2006, May). “Working with industry for strong internship partnerships.” Presented at the annual Summer Faculty Development Conference, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL.
  • Pacheco, A. (2006). Compensation issues surrounding experiential learning programs. Proceedings of the centennial Cooperative Education and Internship Association conference.
  • Pacheco, A. (2006, April). “To pay or not to pay interns: That is the question.” Presented at the annual meeting for the Cooperative Education and Internship Association, Cincinnati, OH.
  • Kersenbrock, A., Pacheco, A., & Broeker, C. (2004, March). “Operation paycheck: Lessons learned.” Roundtable presented at the annual meeting for the League for Innovation in the Community College, San Francisco, CA.
  • Barnett, L., Burgess, D., Beheler, A., & Pacheco, A. (2003, October). “Working connections IT faculty development institute closes the IT instructional gap.” Presented at the annual Conference on Information Technology of the League for Innovation in the Community College, Milwaukee, WI.
  • Pacheco, A. (1999). “Using the Myers Briggs Type Indicator.” Presented at a meeting for Counselor Education doctoral candidates, University of Virginia.

Awards

  • UCF Digital Curriculum Innovation Initiative Award (With Danielle Eadens & Karen Haslett), 2023
  • UCF Men’s Soccer Faculty Member of the Game, 2018
  • Institute of Hospitality Education Research Award, 2010
  • Central Floridian of the Week, News Channel 13, 2010
  • Someone You Should Know, Central Florida Lifestyle Magazine, 2010
  • Outstanding Faculty Advisor of the Year, Stetson University, 2000