Wednesday, April 20, 2016

  • Drug Take Back: Properly dispose of unwanted medications (Recurring Event)

    Student Union: Atrium

    UCF Student Health Services, in partnership with the UCF Police Department, will collect unwanted prescription and over-the-counter drugs for proper disposal at their annual Drug Take Back event. Can't make the event? No worries! We have 2 secure drug take back boxes on campus, one in the Student Union Atrium (by Qdoba) and one in the Pharmacy located inside the …

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  • Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play!" (Recurring Event)

    Orlando Shakespeare Theater

    In this toe-tapping new musical, best friends Elephant Gerald and Piggie sing and dance their way through pachydermal peril and swiney suspense--facing fundamental questions like, what do you wear to a fancy pool party? Should you share your ice cream? And how can two friends play with one toy? Get ready for an interactive experience ripped from the pages of …

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  • The Faces of the FBI

    Student Union: Key West Ballroom (Room 218AB)

    The Multicultural Student Center Presents: The Faces of the FBI The Faces of the FBI will consist of a panel of five FBI employees: a special agent, an intelligence analyst, a linguist, a victim specialist, and a computer scientist. They will talk about their careers and what roles they take in achieving the FBI’s mission to lead and coordinate intelligence …

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  • Paws a Tively

    Counseling and Psychological Services

    Paws-a-tively events provide positive human-animal interactions with the purpose of reducing stress and anxiety, improving mood, promoting the visibility and approachability of Counseling and Psychological Services and reducing Stigma commonly associated with mental health counseling. Paws events include: Paws-a-tively-Stress Free, Paws-a-tively-Me, and Paws-a-tively-Energized.

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  • Open Forum for Transfer Student Feedback (free pizza lunch)

    Business Administration I: 234

    Are you a transfer student? Do you have feedback for the College of Business on the transfer process? Join us for a free pizza lunch in BA1 room 234 this Wednesday, April 20th at 12:00 p.m. We are looking for recent transfer students to share their experiences with the College of Business Ambassadors. We will discuss the pitfalls of the …

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  • Northrop Grumman Lunch and Learn: Transition to the Work Place

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    How do you prepare for a new work environment? Learn guidelines on prepping for your first professional job. RSVP is required vis KnightLink! Click 'Events' and then 'Workshops'.

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  • How to Become A Social Media Guru

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    Come out and learn what it takes to become a social media guru with UCF Starter Haley Fielding. Haley will be teaching attendees how to use media to build your brand, tell your story, and influence your market to do business with you. Learn how to analyze data, gain and maintain clients, prioritize school and your clients, and manage multiple …

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  • Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike (Recurring Event)

    Orlando Shakespeare Theater

    Student Rush tickets only $12. Advanced Student Discounts are $10 off. Vanya and his adopted sister Sonia live a quiet life in a Pennsylvania farmhouse, while their movie star sister Masha travels the world. When Masha appears for an unannounced visit with her 20-something boy toy in tow, the weekend builds to a fever pitch of rivalry, regret, and racket. …

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  • Couponing 101 (Recurring Event)

    The Hub

    Wellness and Health Promotion Services (WHPS) is proud to offer:Couponing 101 Join us to learn the basics on how to coupon and save money on groceries and personal hygiene products. Healthy doesn’t have to be expensive. Discover how you can get name brand items for low cost or even free. During this workshops you will receive coupons and your very …

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  • Create a Professional Portfolio (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Colbourn Hall, Suite 146

    Understand the importance of showcasing your skills, experiences and accomplishments through the use of a portfolio. Compare the advantages of both a hard copy and an electronic portfolio. Students must register for all workshops through their myUCF Student Center under Graduate Students then Pathways to Success.

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  • 2016 Financial Wellness Series: Investing Basics

    Innovative Center: Suite 100, Room 105

    Presented by: Paul Gregg, assistant chair, finance executive in residenceUCF Department of Finance & School of Real EstatePaul Gregg, associate instructor and assistant chair of the UCF Department of Finance and Real Estate, is back again this year after delivering one of last year’s most popular and talked about workshops. Mr. Gregg will share with you some of the same …

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  • The Matter of GIS in Public Health Studies - Geographic Information Systems Speakers Series

    Teaching Academy: 117

    The Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Speakers Series hosts its first speaker, Dr. Fahui Wang, on April 20, 2016, in the UCF Teaching Academy, Room 117, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fahui Wang, PhD, is an internationally renowned expert in Geographic Information Systems, applications in the social sciences and public policy, and most well-known for his groundbreaking work on spatial …

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  • Meditation Room (Recurring Event)

    RWC @ Knights Plaza

    Just be. Enjoy this space for a few peaceful moments or an entire hour. This space is provided to you for silent meditation and reflection every Wednesday and Friday from 4-5pm. In order to respect others in this space, please put all your belongings in the cubbies quietly, silence cell phones, and find a comfortable spot to sit in the …

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  • Create a Professional Portfolio (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Colbourn Hall, Suite 146

    Understand the importance of showcasing your skills, experiences and accomplishments through the use of a portfolio Compare the advantages of both a hard copy and an electronic portfolio.

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  • The Electric Amazon – Presented by Dr. Will Crampton, Associate Professor of Biology, UCF

    Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant

    The College of Sciences Distinguished Speaker Series Presents: The Electric Amazon – Presented by Dr. Will Crampton, Associate Professor of Biology, University of Central Florida April 20th, 2016 at 6:00 PM at Cevíche Tapas Orlando (125 W. Church Street Orlando, FL 32801) Dr. Crampton describes his quest to understand and describe the biodiversity and sensory ecology of electric fish. He …

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  • Graduate Program Information Session (Recurring Event)

    Rosen College of Hospitality Management: 102R

    Ready to take the next step in your career? Do it on your own terms with a master’s degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management from UCF’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management. Complete your degree either fully online or face-to-face, or customize it through a mix of both to fit your schedule and budget. Also, learn about our certificate programs in …

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  • A Happy Gut for a Healthy Life

    UCF Health @ Medical City: 1st Floor, Multipurpose Room

    Your wellbeing is all connected to your gut. Learn how and what you can do to have a happy gut. This free workshop is open to the community and is being led by Dr. Le-Chu Su, Gastroenterologist at UCF Health. Date: April 20, 2016 Time: 6 pm- 7 pm Location: UCF Health, Medical City office. 9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd. Orlando, …

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  • Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike (Recurring Event)

    Orlando Shakespeare Theater

    Student Rush tickets only $12. Advanced Student Discounts are $10 off. Vanya and his adopted sister Sonia live a quiet life in a Pennsylvania farmhouse, while their movie star sister Masha travels the world. When Masha appears for an unannounced visit with her 20-something boy toy in tow, the weekend builds to a fever pitch of rivalry, regret, and racket. …

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