Monday, November 05, 2018

  • Half Marathon Training

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    This 12 week half marathon running program will prepare participants for the OUC Half Marathon in December. The training group meets Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 7am outside the RWC. No previous half marathon experience is required, however previous fitness experience is recommended. Our pacers will be running under a 15 minute mile to comply with OUC's race pace requirement. …

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  • Coin Wars presented by UCF Homecoming and Knight-Thon

    Student Union Patio

    UCF Homecoming and Knight-Thon have teamed up once again to bring you Coin Wars 2018 on Monday, November 5th! Knight-Thon Miracle Teams will each have a jug on the Student Union patio, trying to fill with as many coins as possible, with all proceeds benefiting Orlando's local Children's Miracle Network Hospital, Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Hosptial for Children! Stop by …

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  • GKT Workshop

    Student Union: 218D

    An in-person workshop filled with testing strategies and useful information for the General Knowledge Test (GKT). Covers all sections, Essay, English Language, Reading, and Mathematics. It's not always about knowing the material but being able to get through the timed test.

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  • Research Workshop Series: National Endowment for the Humanities

    Student Union: Cedar Key Meeting Room (Room 223)

    The UCF Office of Research is hosting a research workshop series dedicated to the arts and humanities. This series is specifically targeted to faculty to enhance their research awards, but all are welcome to attend. This workshop will be led by Brett Bobley, the Director of the Office of Digital Humanities (National Endowment for the Humanities). Brett Bobley is the …

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  • Live Brush Painting Performance - Yasunori Kimata

    Student Union 316ABCD: Student Union

    Performer Yasunori Kimata will provide a live painting performance from the theme, "The Wind God & the Thunder God." Kimata’s skill, artistry and mastery of the brush are on full display as he creates a unique monochromatic piece during this special live event, which includes an introduction and Q&A session. Kimata is an accomplished Japanese artist, live painter, ceramic relief …

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  • Mindfulness Mondays - CAPS Wellness Workshops (Recurring Event)

    Counseling and Psychological Services: Group room

    Looking for a more peaceful approach to your week? Come experience a new way of being and learn mindfulness skills! Part of a weekly workshop series. CAPS workshops are free, require no sign-up, and space is provided on a first-come-first-serve basis to currently enrolled students.

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  • Entrepreneurship Open House - Learn about on-campus resources for aspiring entrepreneurs! (Recurring Event)

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    Want to be your own BOSS? Join us in the Blackstone LaunchPad to meet members of our team who will highlight the many campus and community resources that can help spark your entrepreneurial mindset. Learn about our coaching program, interactive events, and cash prize winning competitions that can put you on the fast track to starting your own business.

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  • Webcourses@UCF Open Lab (Recurring Event)

    Center for Distributed Learning: LIB - 161B

    All open labs and workshops are available to faculty, staff, and teaching assistants at UCF. Webcourses@UCF Open Support Labs provide an opportunity to work on your online courses and ask questions of the support staff. Come any time during the open hours (we recommend no later than 30 minutes before the end of the lab). You can learn more about …

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  • The "Glow-Up" - Reputation Building

    Student Union: Cedar Key Meeting Room (Room 223)

    Learn about perceptions of professional image and cultivate a reputation built on positive character. Discover how to effectively communicate with others, be consistent in your actions, and promote your skills and abilities. Attendance will be taken at the workshop, free to all UCF students, no RSVP needed in advance. Monday, November 15th from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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  • Getting Great Rec Letters

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: 201

    This workshop will provide you with information on how to develop strong relationships with faculty, how to ask for recommendation letters, and how to provide all the information your recommenders need to prepare strong recommendation letters.

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  • You Belong Here: Title IX and Non-Discrimination for LGBTQ+ Students

    Student Union: Key West Ballroom (Room 218D)

    Join LGBTQ+ Services, the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, and the Office of Institutional Equity to discuss University protections, including Title IX, for LGBTQ+ students.

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  • Biology Seminar - Dr. Ashley Smyth

    Biological Sciences: 209

    "Not Just a Culinary Delicacy: Interactions Between Bivalves and Sediment Biogeochemistry" presented by Dr. Ashley Smyth

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  • CANCELED: Overeaters Anonymous (Recurring Event)

    Research Pavilion

    OA is not just about weight loss, weight gain or maintenance, obesity or diets. The OA program offers physical, emotional and spiritual recovery for those who suffer from compulsive eating. Members find recovery on all three levels by following a Twelve-Step program patterned after Alcoholics Anonymous. Members who recover through the Twelve Steps find that yo-yo dieting is a thing …

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  • Sexual Assault Mock Trial

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom

    Sexual Assault Mock Trial is an event hosted by UCF Victim Services in partnership with Knight Advocates and LGBTQ+ Services. Hear testimony, cross-examinations, and be a member of the jury! Explore the difference between consensual sex and rape.

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  • Exploring Research in Psychology

    PSY 301Q: 301Q

    Interested in research? Come to learn about different research topics within psychology that you may be interested in as well as labs within our department that you can join!

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  • Beyond Manifestations of Racism: Understanding the Personal, Cultural and Structural Links

    Classroom Building 1: Room 104

    Carlton Howson, a senior lecturer a De Montfort University in Leicester, England, will present "Beyond Manifestations of Racism: Understanding the Personal, Cultural and Structural Links" from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Monday, November 5, in Classroom Building I, room 104. Howson has conducted extensive research on race, ethnicity and gender disparities. He has more than 30 years of experience working …

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  • Homecoming 2018: Comedy Knight

    Addition Financial Arena

    UCF's largest comedy show stars Joel McHale and features Jaboukie Young-White and J.F Harris. Doors open at 7 p.m. Show starts at 8 p.m.

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  • Heartfulness Meditation (Recurring Event)

    Student Union: Siesta Key Boardroom (Room 225)

    Join us for a session of Heartfulness Meditation. Heartfulness Meditation is a simple, practical technique that you can use alongside any other form of yoga, meditation or spiritual practice. In a few minutes, you will learn how to truly relax and feel the lightness and joy of your true nature. You don’t need to know how to meditate or to …

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