Assistant Director | Fitness 407-823-2408 Aliyah.Valdez@ucf.edu Aliyah was born and raised in Miami, Florida. She attended the University of Central Florida (UCF), where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Sport and Exercise Science and began her journey with the Recreation and Wellness Center. During her time at UCF, Aliyah served as a Group Exercise Instructor, F45 Coach, and Fitness Supervisor. To further her passion for collegiate recreation, Aliyah became the Group Fitness Graduate Assistant at The Ohio State University, where she earned her Master’s degree in Higher Education and Student Affairs. She then went on to serve as the Coordinator for Fitness & Wellness at UNC-Chapel Hill. In June 2023, Aliyah returned to UCF and now serves as the Assistant Director of Fitness. In her free time, Aliyah enjoys weightlifting, going on walks, trying new foods, watching TV shows (her favorite is Grey’s Anatomy), and spending time outdoors. Her favorite color is blue, and she’s always looking for new adventures < Back