Wednesday, November 15, 2017

  • Half Marathon Training 2017

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Half Marathon Training 2017! **This program will tentaitevely start on Wednesday, Septemeber 13th** Join expierneced coaches in this 12 week program designed to prepare you to run the OUC Half Marathon in Decemeber (OUC Half Marathon participation is not mandatory). During mornings runs on and around UCF campus, you will work with a team of dedicated runners to reach your …

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  • Half the Sky (Recurring Event)

    UCF Cocoa: Bldg 3: 325

    Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide is a four-hour PBS primetime documentary film and national broadcast event inspired by the widely acclaimed book of the same name by Nicholas Kristof and Sheryl WuDunn. Filmed in 10 countries, the series follows Nicholas Kristof and celebrity activists America Ferrera, Diane Lane, Eva Mendes, Meg Ryan, Gabrielle Union and …

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  • Blood Drive: Omega Psi Phi in honor of Dr. Charles Drew

    Veterans Commemorative Site

    Omega Psi Phi is hosting a blood drive in honor of their brother, Dr. Charles Drew, “Father of the Blood Bank”. Also, come hear OneBlood's director of minority blood donation programs talk about Dr. Drew and African American blood donorship on Monday, November 15th, at 6:30 p.m. in the Fraternity and Sorority Life office. HISTORY Dr. Drew was a renowned …

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  • Ethical and Legal Issues in Teaching (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Colbourn Hall, Suite 146

    A discussion of various issues that may and do arise in college and university-level teaching, including disruptive student behavior, academic dishonesty, FERPA, your responsibilities as an instructor or Teaching Assistant. Also included as a central feature is the place of the UCF Creed and UCF Golden Rule as guiding principles. ELECTIVE Academic Integrity Workshop Students must register for all workshops …

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  • Disability Rights, Barriers, and You (Recurring Event)

    Student Union: Egmont Key Meeting Room (Room 224)

    Course number: DIV289 Facilitators: Student Accessibility Services In this interactive workshop facilitated by the Student Accessibility Services’ team, participants will learn more about the history of disability rights, the difference between disability and environmental barriers, and our role in creating access for disabled people. Inclusive language for disability will also be discussed. Participants will come away with practical ways to …

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  • Rapid HIV Testing Event (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center: 111 (WHPS Classroom)

    FREE Rapid HIV Testing Event Do you know your status? Stop by Wellness and Health Promotion Services during our Free Rapid HIV Testing event this Wednesday from 10am-2pm to get tested. No appointments necessary – walk-ins welcome. Take charge of your sexual wellness by taking an HIV test and get your results in 15 minutes. Be a Healthy Knight. WHPS …

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  • Job Search Strategies (Recurring Event)

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Where the jobs are and how to get them.

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  • Karen Adamopoulos Presents "From Yesterday to Tomorrow"

    UCF Student Union Key West: Room 218A

    Africana Studies program at UCF presents the James Weldon Johnson Lecture Series This lecture addresses the impact of the contributions in racial uplift and unification made by Dr. Carter G. Woodson, Mr. A. Philip Randolph and how their examples influence today’s successors. The recently chartered branch of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History Central Florida …

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  • EXCHANGE Entrepreneurship Speaker Series (Recurring Event)

    The Exchange: BA1 Rm 148

    Join us in welcoming a seasoned entrepreneur from the community to discuss their experiences, struggles, and successes they've experienced while starting a business. They will share their unique journey to entrepreneurship and illustrate how you can start something TODAY! September 6th - Kaityln Cook, Owner of South Street and Company September 20th - Brent Henderson, CEO Party Tutor & Zupp …

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  • CANCELED: Lunch and Learn with an Employer: Ernst & Young Delivery Center - Backpack to Briefcase: The Transition from College to Work

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Learn about the transition from college to the workplace from an E&Y professional! Students can RSVP through Handshake at csel.ucf.edu. For an RSVP to be honored you must arrive promptly by the start of the event. Career Services many be unable to honor the RSVP of late arrivals.

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  • GSA's Hunger and Homelessness Luncheon Panel

    Student Union 218CD: Student Union 218CD

    Join the Graduate Student Association for an opportunity to engage in topics like hunger and homelessness in our communities and what you can do to make a difference! Guest speakers will include Dr. Amy Donley and Orlando Permaculture. Lunch will be served in exchange for one non-perishable item that will be donated to Knights Helping Knight’s Pantry. This event is …

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  • Tutor Homeless Students with Children Beyond Our Borders (Recurring Event)

    Great Value Suites: 7100 S Orange Blossom Trail

    Children Beyond Our Border's UCF Chapter is looking for volunteers that can tutor every Wednesday from 2-6pm for the entire semester. The students are considered homeless for they are living an a long-term stay motel. Volunteers will be assisting students with their homework as well as encouraging them throughout the year with their school work. Come out and join us …

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  • Networking Strategies (Recurring Event)

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Network successfully in a highly competitive job market.

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  • Social Venture Competition sponsored by State Farm

    Starter Space: 135 BA 1

    The Social Venture Competition celebrates and rewards students who have developed solutions and plans that may impact society’s biggest problems. Students concerned with poverty, education, healthcare, human rights, environmental and other societal problems are encouraged to submit their proposals and participate in this exciting new event. Important Dates, Times, and Locations Information Session – Monday, Oct. 23, 12-1p.m. – Blackstone …

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  • Fairwinds Budgeting and Credit Workshop

    Neptune 158: Multipurpose Room

    Tuition, books, clothes, food, fun... college life can get expensive! If you struggle with how to set up a budget and then actually stick to it, or simply want some tips on how to be successful in this area, then this is the workshop for you! Join the FAIRWINDS staff as they provide tips and tricks on how to successfully …

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  • GIS Day Keynote Address with Dr. Joseph Kerski of Esri

    Teaching Academy: 117

    GIS Day Keynote Address with Dr. Joseph Kerski of EsriWednesday, November 15 from 4:00-5:30UCF Teaching Academy Room 117 Title: 5-5-5: Five converging forces catapulting geography to the world stage, 5 Trends in Geospatial Technology, and the 5 Key Skills Important in Your Career. Details: Join Geographer Joseph Kerski in a lively discussion filled with demonstrations of live web mapping tools …

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  • Social Networking (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Colbourn Hall, Suite 146

    Take your job search online. Learn effective strategies for searching and networking online with systems including KnightLink, LinkedIn, and other social networking sites. Students must register for all workshops through their myUCF Student Center under Graduate Students then Pathways to Success.

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  • Dinner and a Movie

    Arboretum

    Join us for a cooking demo and a movie! The cooking demo, led by Wellness and Health Promotion Services, is an interactive experience that teaches students about healthy food options and how to prepare a healthy meal. All attendees will be able to enjoy the delicious food that is prepared during the cooking demo! Following the cooking demo we will …

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  • Living Out Loud with Nyle DiMarco

    Student Union: Pegasus Ballroom

    The Multicultural Student Center as the pleasure to invite Nyle DiMarco, an American model, actor, and Deaf activist. In 2015, DiMarco was the second male winner and the first deaf winner of The CW's America's Next Top Model Cycle 22. The following year, he won season 22 of the ABC televised dance competition Dancing with the Stars. He was the …

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  • OMGraduation

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Are you a senior and still not sure how to write a resume? Do you think getting a root canal sounds more appealing than going to a job interview? Have you always meant to come into Career Services but never was able to fit the time into your busy schedule? If you find yourself stressed out about any of these …

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  • UCF Professional MBA Valencia West

    Valencia College West Campus

    This information session will provide details about the UCF Professional MBA offered at UCF Connect-Valencia West in fall 2018. Information will be provided about the program format, schedule, cohort experience, curriculum, admission requirements and application process. Register at www.ucfpmba1115.eventbrite.com

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  • IEEE Innovation & Entrepreneurship Seminar

    John C. Hitt Library: 223

    For more information and to RSVP: https://guides.ucf.edu/UCF-LIB-IEEE Featured Panelists Phil Dumas, UCF Electrical Engineering graduate, class of 2005. Phil appeared on ABC’s hit show Shark Tank (Season 3 finale) to pitch UniKey, and was the first company to receive an offer from all five Sharks. Jennifer Adams McKinley, UCF B.S. Chemistry and M.S. in Materials Science & Engineering graduate. Director …

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  • Open Knight Climb

    Challenge Course

    Starting at 7pm, Open Knight Climbs are free of charge and provide UCF students with the opportunity to enjoy and utilize the unique Odyssey III High Elements Course. This event is available to first 120 currently enrolled UCF students. No sign up or reservations are necessary; students must present a valid UCF ID. No open toed shoes or jewelry allowed …

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