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• Half Marathon Training

  Oct. 16, 2018 All Day until 11:59 p.m. 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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• UCF Diversity Week

  Oct. 16, 2018 All Day until 11:59 p.m. The University of Central Florida

  A New Day Dawns: UCF Inclusive Excellence UCF Diversity Week is a celebration of our diverse community and an opportunity to explore topics across the broad range of human identity, experience, and interaction. Diversity Week activities are intended to stimulate our campus and move us to a more inclusive culture. This year marks the 26th UCF Diversity Week. This year’s ...

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• Benefits Open Enrollment

  Oct. 16, 2018 All Day until 11:59 p.m. No Location

  The state's annual open enrollment period for eligible employees to change insurance benefits options begins on Monday, October 15th at 8 a.m. and ends Friday, November 2nd at 6 p.m. EST. Please visit https://hr.ucf.edu/open-enrollment for additional details and updates. Questions can be directed to benefits@ucf.edu or 407.823.2771.

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• Outdoor Adventure Trip - Hal Scott Preserve (Recurring Event)

  Oct. 16, 2018 Recreation and Wellness Center

  Come see the natural beauty of Hal Scott Preserve as we hike through pine flatwoods and other habitats right here in Orlando. After hiking in the daylight, we will enjoy a sunset through the towering pine trees and explore more in the dark. For more information, visit http://rwc.sdes.ucf.edu/programs/outdoor-adventure/trips

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• Women on Weights

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 7 a.m. until 11:59 p.m. RWC @ Knights Plaza

  Join female employees from the RWC for this 3 weeks program that promotes resistance training to females. The RWC staff will demonstrate how to properly utilize equipment around the facility, giving females the knowledge and confidence to work out on the weight floors safely. We meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7am in RWC at Knights Plaza starting 10/16. Click ...

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• Time Stretch Exhibition (Recurring Event)

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. UCF Art Gallery

  EXHIBITION: Time Stretch by Elizabeth / Sidebotham Erin Elizabeth is a conceptual artist and utilizes non-traditional materials such as cake and sprinkles along with gold leaf in order to explore questions about banality, celebration, and experiential value. Harry Sidebotham is first and foremost a painter. He engages in the tradition of painting, investigating scientific theories such as parallel dimension theory. ...

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• Employer Tabling - Tavistock Restaurant Group

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Rosen College of Hospitality Courtyard

  Come meet with employers in the Rosen Courtyard and learn about exciting new opportunities!

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• GKT English Language, Reading and Writing Skills Group Session (Recurring Event)

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Education Complex 206L: ED206L

  These sessions allow for a small group of students studying for the GKT to work independently or in groups with the aid of a tutor. Bring your own books with specific questions in mind, or allow us to provide you with materials, and together we can work through the skills needed to pass the sections of the FTCE. I recommend ...

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• Creating Masks That Demonstrate Inclusion and Diversity

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 10 a.m. until noon Barbara Ying Center: 140

  Open to all UCF faculty, staff, and students Course Number: DIV392 Tuesday, October 16 from 10:00am-12:00pm Facilitator: Huaixiang Tan Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Masks as cultural objects have been used throughout the world in all periods of time. They can represent supernatural beings, change identity, or define identity. Workshop participants will learn about examples of masks from around ...

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• Diversity Week Expert Panel: Serving our Latino Community

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 10 a.m. until noon Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316)

  The 2018 UCF Expert Panel will reflect on the impact that Hurricanes Irma and Maria had on UCF and Orlando’s Puerto Rican population. UCF and United Way have both taken steps to support those displaced by storms and foster an inclusive community. How will the foundations created in the past year serve future generations of Puerto Rican/Latino students in our ...

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• Getting the Most Out of LinkedIn- Webinar

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 11 a.m. until noon Online

  This webinar will discuss creating a profile, building your network, and enhancing your online presence and personal brand. ONLINE ONLY Please register here: http://www.anymeeting.com/PIID=ED56DE82874C3B

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• Dare2Dream! Alumni & Industry Professional Development Panel

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Student Union: 221

  Come to this panel event for the opportunity to pitch your questions and discuss the importance of professional development, personal identity and resilience as you pursue your dream! You will also have an opportunity to network with industry professionals and alumni as you enjoy light refreshments. A raffle prize will be given at this event! Panelists include representatives from: Orange ...

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• Facebook Lunch & Learn / Tech Interview Session - Crush Your Coding

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Harris Corporation Engineering Center: 101

  Facebook will host a Lunch & Learn / Tech Interview Session - Crush Your Coding event for students on Tuesday, October 16, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, in HEC 101. Additional details can be found on Piazza... 1. Students must visit www.piazza.com/events 2. Search for University of Central Florida 3. Sign-In to the event (s) of your choice 4. Check ...

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• Take Charge of Your Health Insurance - CAPS Wellness Workshops

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. Counseling and Psychological Services: Group room

  Working your way through the complexity of health insurance can be tricky. Come to learn how to make the most of your coverage! Part of the Take Charge Tuesdays 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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• Starter Stories (Recurring Event)

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 12 p.m. until 1 p.m. Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

  Stop into the LaunchPad every Tuesday for a story about the entrepreneurial experience as lived through a UCF student entrepreneur. Sit back, relax, and learn from someone who’s been through the startup journey and wants to help you do the same.

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• Living Your Best Life – Wellness Check (Recurring Event)

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Health Center & Pharmacy

  Come into Student Health Services for a well-being check-up. Learn where you’re doing WELL, where you can IMPROVE, and what is available to SUPPORT YOU. Walk in anytime between 1-3 PM during the event dates for a 20-minute session with a provider. Check in at the ORANGE POD located on the 2nd floor of the Health Center. *Link Loot available

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• Careers in the Intelligence Community

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. Student Union: 224: Egmont Key Meeting Room

  The US Intelligence Community seeks critical thinkers from almost every major and discipline to enter into the behind-the-scenes work to keep our country safe. Join us on Tuesday, October 16 from 1:00-3:00 PM in the Student Union for a panel featuring intelligence analysts and career managers from these federal agencies: Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National ...

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• Presentation: History and Importance of Diverse Blood Donorship

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. until 3 p.m. Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316)

  Diversity Week Event! Join us for an important presentation exploring how diverse individuals have experienced donating blood, and the medical and social importance of increasing minority blood donorship. Presented by Meeti Mehta and Riya Shah, the student co-chairs of Blood Drives at UCF. Also - get on the bus on Wednesday, 10/17, to donate with us and to vote for ...

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• Become a School Psychologist and Help Children Excel! (Recurring Event)

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. until 3 p.m. TA 130: TA 130

  An information session about becoming a school psychologist Considering graduate school? Learn about becoming a school psychologist through the 32-month UCF Graduate School Psychology Program in the College of Education and Human Performance. School psychologists help children succeed in school and life. They are highly trained in both psychology and education with an emphasis in the areas of mental health, ...

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• Amazon Operations Information Session

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 1:45 p.m. until 2:45 p.m. Nicholson School of Communication: 101

  Come speak with Amazon representative about opportunities with Amazon Operations. Please RSVP for this event in Handshake.

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• Diversity Week: DIVerse Families Growth in Family Diversity

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 2 p.m. until 3 p.m. John C. Hitt Library: 223

  Learn about DIVerse Families which is a comprehensive bibliography that demonstrates the growing diversity of families in the United States. This type of bibliography provides teachers, librarians, counselors, adoption agencies, children/young adults, and especially parents and grandparents needing to empower their children with materials that reflect their families.

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• Safe Zone Series: LGBTQ+ 101 (Recurring Event)

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 3 p.m. until 5 p.m. Barbara Ying Center: 140

  Open to all UCF faculty, staff, and students Course number: DIV033 Tuesday, September 11 from 3:00pm-5:00pm Facilitator: LGBTQ+ Services Location: EC Garden Room Wednesday, September 19 from 9:00am-11:00am Facilitator: LGBTQ+ Services Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Tuesday, October 16 from 3:00pm-5:00pm Facilitator: LGBTQ+ Services Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Tuesday, November 6 from 1:00pm-3:00pm Facilitator: LGBTQ+ Services Location: ...

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• Salary Negotiation, presented by Fairwinds

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

  This workshop will be presented by Fairwinds, where a representative will discuss on how to evaluate the worth of the whole package, and know what's important to you. For an RSVP to be honored you must arrive promptly by the start of the event. Career Services may be unable to honor the RSVP of late arrivals.

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• EXCHANGE: Simon Baksys with Google

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. The Exchange: BA1 Rm 148

  Business student register on COBA Pass https://coba.bus.ucf.edu/pass/login?ReturnUrl=%2fpass Non-Business students RSVP at cbaexchange@ucf.edu

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• The Cheating Economy and Integrity

  Oct. 16, 2018 at 3 p.m. until 4 p.m. Classroom Building 1: 202

  The Cheating Economy and Integrity - Webcast Academic integrity is threatened by a notable increase in the commercialization of academic dishonesty, to include contract cheating and the widespread online distribution by third-party websites of educational materials. These practices by “bad actors” directly harm institutions, faculty, and students. They undermine academic integrity, create risks to cyber infrastructure and data protection, and ...

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