9:15 -9:30 am Welcome and Introduction of Event
Dr. Michael Johnson, Dean, College of Sciences, University of Central Florida; Member, Lou Frey Institute Board of Directors
9:30 - 10:20 am Keynote - “Red, White and Bruised: Post 2016 Election, America and Reconciliation"
Congressman Gonzalez will speak about the closeness of this election, the deep divisions among Americans, how leaders must now bring us together, the need for negotiation and compromise, and what we as individuals can do to encourage and support our elected officials to move away from divisiveness approaches to governance
10:30 – 11:15 am The First 100 Days: Congressional Issues
“A New Chapter in Washington: Is There Potential for Progress?” The panel will explore the meaning behind last fall’s election, a report card on the first three months of the new President and Congress, and the possibility of solutions to America’s key challenges.
11:25 – 12:15 pm The First 100 Days: National Security, International Relations, and a New Strategy Since January 20, 2017
The panelists will discuss the current status of national security as it relates to changes in U.S. policy taken since the inauguration of the new administration. This will include relations with allies and adversaries, treaty obligations, and the changing threats. Although a new National Security Strategy has not been published, the basis for that strategy is becoming more public and merits a broad discussion that the panelists will attempt to cover here.
12:20 – 1:10 pm Lunch
1:15 – 2:15 pm Today's Vote
Presents a piece of legislation currently under consideration by the United States Senate and allows participants to weigh in and vote as a real Senator does. After being presented with a bill summary, special interest groups that support and oppose the bill, and statements from the bill's sponsoring and opposing Senators, the President pro tempore will open the floor to participants to weigh in on the bill with their colleagues. After facilitating a rigorous debate among participants, a vote on the legislation will be conducted. We will then compare the decision of our "Senate" to the current status of the legislation in Washington.
The BRIDGE Act, S. 138
The BRIDGE Act (or Bar Removal of Individuals Who Dream and Grow Our Economy Act) is a current piece of legislation introduced by Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Richard Durbin (D-IL). It was originally introduce at the end of the 114th Congress, shortly after the 2016 election, and then reintroduced at the start of the 115th Congress. The bill seeks to extend the legal protections granted through executive action by President Obama to unauthorized immigrants who were not yet 16 years old when they entered the country illegally. Under President Obama, the Department of Homeland Security initiated a program known as "Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals," or "DACA." The DACA policy grants unauthorized immigrants who arrived as children temporary permission to live and work in the United States provided they meet certain requirements. In anticipation of President Trump's White House cancelling the DACA policy, Senators introduced the BRIDGE Act to offer to extend these protections through Congress.
The BRIDGE Act would provide "Provisional Protected Presence" for eligible undocumented immigrants who entered the United States as children. The “Provisional Protected Presence” would last for three years. Like the DACA policy, this “Protected Presence” would grant eligible immigrants temporary permission to live and work in the U.S. It would extend this permission to current DACA recipients, and to others deemed eligible by the Department of Homeland Security. Eligible applicants must have either received a high school diploma or GED or be in the process of doing so, or must be honorably discharged veterans of the U.S. Military. They must also pass a criminal background check and satisfy the Department of Homeland Security that they pose no threat to National Security or Public Safety.
Connect with a Wellness Coach on how to achieve your personal wellbeing goals and how to receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) assistance.
Wellness coaching can help you with making lifestyle changes to:
Every Thursday,10:30 to 11:30 am @ Knights Helping Knights Pantry. Walk-ins welcome, or call (407)823-5841 for an appointment.
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For training descriptions, visit https://diversity.ucf.edu/training/this-semester.
Registration Instructions
It’s time to get your taste buds ready for UCF Rosen College’s Spring Dinner Series! Experience gastronomic delights prepared by UCF Rosen College restaurant and foodservice management majors under the guidance of guest Chef Jason Fridrich. This dinner is limited to a 50-person seating. Reserve your seat at the table now! This dinner will be an Italian feast.
The Spring Dinner Series is open to the public so invite your foodie friends, your always-hungry teens who are expanding the range of their palates, and those who want a great dinner. Everyone is invited to support education and enjoy a multi-course meal, all without breaking the bank. Two dinner seatings, one at 5:00 p.m. and one at 6:00 p.m. It’s your choice when you dine.
Total cost is $30 per person plus tax. Get your tickets today. Visit: https://hospitality.ucf.edu/about-rosen-college/press-room/spring-dinner-series-2017/ for menu and to purchase dinner tickets.
Special note: No walk-ins or tips, please.
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Join the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, the Department of Legal Studies, and NOW at UCF for a screening of the documentary "Equal Means Equal"! http://equalmeansequal.com/
There will be a moderated discussion after the screening.
PANELISTS: Dr. Bonnie Yegedis, UCF Social Work Chair
http://equalmeansequal.com/
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]]>Come witness this astonishing event as we honor the Harlem Renaissance movement by showcasing talented artists from UCF! Project S.P.I.T. among other talented students and faculty will be highlighting their pieces during this event. If you would like to learn more about the movement and witness artwork from up-and-coming UCF students and faculty, then we welcome you to attend! This event will be taking place in the Garden Room from 6-8PM. During the end of this art showcase, students will have a better understanding of the impact the Harlem Renaissance had to American culture. Students will also be able to recite the prominent figures during the movement.
For more information, please visit https://ucf.collegiatelink.net/organization/vucf/Calendar/details/1276802. If you are interested in showcasing your artwork, performing, or for additional questions regarding this event please contact Brionna Shanae Johnson at vucf_arts@ucf.edu.
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]]>By Henrik Ibsen
Directed by Kate Ingram
March 23, 24, 25, 29, 30, 31, April 1 at 7:30 pm
March 26, April 2 at 2:00 pm
A spellbinding drama of revenge, manipulation, sexual repression, deceit, and despair, climaxing in an ending that never fails to shock and surprise.
“…stunning…amazingly contemporary in its considerations of the purpose of life, of the preservation of dignity and integrity…the big issues people don’t dare to think about.” —N.Y. Times
$20 standard, $10 UCF ID
Black Box, 4000 Central Florida Blvd., Orlando
407-823-1500
http://www.theatre.ucf.edu
theatre@ucf.edu
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General Public tickets are $30 and can be purchased on Ticketmaster or at the CFE Arena box office.
Doors open at 7pm! Show starts at 8pm!
Early access passes available for purchase by making a $5 donation to Knighthon on the day of the event! Do it for the kids!