Tuesday, November 14, 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 (Recurring Event)

    Veterans Commemorative Site

    Blood drives are one of the many ways our Knight family demonstrates its giving spirit. Come join us on the Big Red Bus! Knights Bleed Black & Gold! Visit http://BloodDrives-UCF.org for information for students, faculty, and staff regarding drives, events, volunteering, blood donor facts, advocacy, and UCF training and educational opportunities.Students, faculty, and staff interested in working with the Knights …

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  • Yoga Nidra Meditation with hammocks (Recurring Event)

    RWC @ Knights Plaza

    Yoga Nidra is an ancient meditation practice from India. Though the literal translation of Nidra is “sleep” it also means “a changing state of consciousness” which is brought about as you connect with your mind and body. This meditation practice uses aerial hammocks to aid the body in feeling relaxed and comfortable, yoga mats are also available for a stationary …

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  • Community Services Showcase

    Ferrell Commons

    Join us for a fun and informative event featuring campus and community organizations dedicated to assisting individuals in need. The event will allow students to meet and interact with these organizations to learn about their services. This is a unique opportunity to connect with local resources who provide outstanding services to our community! We will have a DJ and Knightro …

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  • Drum Your Stress Away! - Presented by CAPS

    Counseling and Psychological Services: Group room

    Experience the power of music to help you lower stress, increase relaxation skills, build intrapersonal support, and discover your personal rhythm. In this workshop, you will use drums to express yourself to others around the world by engaging in an evidence-based program to increase overall wellness. Part of the Take Charge Tuesdays workshop series, presented by CAPS. CAPS workshops are …

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  • Geospatial Technologies Career panel

    Teaching Academy: 140

    Geospatial Technologies Career panelNovember 14, 201712 - 1:00 p.m. Teaching Academy Room 140 Learn about in-demand geospatial technology careers from Dr. Joseph Kerski of Esri and five Central Florida leaders in geospatial technologies, including mapping, geographic information systems, planning, and drones. The informal panel will include career discussion, advice, and networking opportunities. Event is free and open to the public. …

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  • FreshU Mobile Kitchen Cooking Demo (Recurring Event)

    Ferrell Commons

    Wellness and Health Promotion Services Presents the FreshU Mobile Demonstration Kitchen. FreshU Kitchen Cooking Demos teach students how to incorporate fruits and vegetables into their diets and reduce food waste. Students will get to see the process, taste the dish, and take home a recipe card so they can try making it themselves later.

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  • Optimizing Your Online Presence (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Colbourn Hall, Suite 146

    Part 1: Citation Metrics & Measuring Impact Citation metrics provide quantitative data used to evaluate the impact of a scholar’s research. Several methods and tools exist to assist scholars with obtaining information about citation counts and impact data, such as ISI Web of Science, Google Scholar, and other citation counting tools by discipline. Metrics also assist scholars with identifying key …

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  • Interviewing Strategies Presented by OCPS

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Ace the interview and meet employers expectations. 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 may be unable to honor the RSVP of late arrivals.

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  • Diversity Certificate Series: Module 2 (Recurring Event)

    Barbara Ying Center: 140

    Must attend all four modules to receive completion certificate. Location of all modules: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Facilitator: Barbara Thompson Module 1 (DIV285): Friday, September 15 from 2:30pm-4:30pm Module 2 (DIV286): Friday, September 22 from 2:30pm-4:30pm Module 3 (DIV287): Friday, September 29 from 2:30pm-4:30pm Module 4 (DIV288): Friday, October 6 from 2:30pm-4:30pm Facilitator: Rachel Luce-Hitt Module 1 (DIV285): Tuesday, …

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  • Workshop on MA Program in Technical Communication

    Colbourn Hall: Room 203

    Successful alumni from the MA Program in Technical Communication will talk about their experiences in the program and the role it played in their careers. Current students will also talk about their experiences in the program. Students from many diverse majors may enroll in the program and will find a wide range of career opportunities upon graduation. Undergraduate students who …

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  • #Adulting in Action: Alumni Networking Panel

    Morgridge International Reading Center

    Come join us for the conclusion of a Fall 2017 series to prepare you for life after college. Hear from alumni and employers about their experiences about those first few months on the job. Moderator: Nick Larkin, SGA President Panelists include representatives from: FAIRWINDSADP 2-3 pm - LinkedIn Headshots and Linkedin Profile critiques3-5 pm- Alumni panel and networking

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  • Rand Waltzman - The Need for Cognitive Security

    L3Harris Engineering Center: 101

    The IC CAE is glad to host Dr. Rand Waltzman, Senior Information Scientist at the RAND Corporation and former program manager at DARPA, for a colloquium this Tuesday. Below is an abstract of his topic, on which he recently briefed the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Cybersecurity: “The Information Environmental Protection Agency (iEPA): The Need for Cognitive Security An informed …

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  • MIT Visit - Biology,and Brain Cognitive Sciences (summer research and graduate school)

    Student Union: 223

    We would like to cordially invite students interested in pursuing graduate school to attend the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Visit on Tuesday, November 14th. The Diversity Coordinator for the MIT The Center for Brains, Minds and Machines (CBMM), Dr. Mandana Sassanfar, will be talking with students about the opportunities for summer opportunities and graduate education available at MIT in …

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  • How Diverse Attitudes and Perspectives Can Affect You in the Classroom and Workplace – ELECTIVE

    Graduate Student Center: Colbourn Hall, Suite 146

    In the classroom and workplace, situations involving aspects of human diversity may arise that require each of us to reflect on our own biases. This workshop encourages participants to push their views on personal and professional integrity and ethical decision making to their limits. Bring with you flexibility of thought and openness to different attitudes and perspectives as we discuss …

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  • Managing Holiday Stress - EAP115 (Faculty & Staff Only)

    UCF Human Resources - Innovative Center: Training Room

    Stress is stress, but it seems to quadruple around the holidays! This workshop addresses the multiple causes of holiday stress and provides tips on how to reduce these stressors, so participants can maintain their productivity, achieve a better balance and enjoy the holidays.

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  • Talk to Nursing Graduate Advisors at Online Chat (MSN, DNP, PhD, Certificates) (Recurring Event)

    Online

    Join the UCF College of Nursing graduate program advising team for an informative online chat session. Learn the differences between our online and hybrid programs and get your most pressing questions answered about our nationally ranked graduate program. Online program options: Nursing Leadership and Management (MSN), Nursing and Healthcare Simulation (MSN, certificate), Nurse Educator (MSN, certificate), Advanced Practice Nurse (DNP), …

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  • GIS Lab at UCF Open House

    UCF Business Incubator - Central Florida Research Park: 3259 Progress Drive, Room 127A&B

    GIS Lab at UCF Open HouseTuesday, November 14 3:30-5:00 p.m.UCF Research Park In honor of GIS Day 2017, we would like to invite you to an Open House in the College of Sciences Geospatial Technologies Lab in UCF’s Research Park. Located in Research Park next to the main UCF campus. Parking is abundant and free for all. This informal networking …

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  • FreshU Kitchen Cooking Class - By RSVP Only (Recurring Event)

    Neptune 158: Multipurpose Room

    Wellness and Health Promotion Services (WHPS) is proud to offer:FreshU Kitchen Cooking Class Get hands on experience in the kitchen and learn how to make delicious, healthy food! You get to eat what you make and take home the leftovers too. Check out our schedule below. All classes take place in the Multipurpose Room of the Neptune Housing Community (behind …

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  • Russian Culture Night

    Classroom Building 1: 205

    Russian Culture Night for UCF faculty and Fulbright-Hays Group Grant participants will focus on Russian Educational system. Traditional Russian food will be also presented as a part of Russian cultural tradition.

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  • IGNITE: NASA Meet & Greet

    L3Harris Engineering Center: 101

    Come learn how you can IGNITE in STEM through a series of interactive, engaging and mind stimulating discussion facilitated by NASA and the Society of Women Engineers at UCF. Refreshments will be served to the first 100 registered students who sign-in before the event. Seating is limited. RSVP NOW!

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  • UCF PMSM Business Analytics Information Session

    UCF Executive Development Center

    This information session will present the UCF Professional Master of Science in Management/Business Analytics Track program including curriculum, cohort format, schedule, admissions requirements and application process. Participants will have the opportunity for Q&A with faculty and admissions staff. Register at www.ucfpmsmba1114.eventbrite.com

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  • Silence NO More: Perspectives on Violence Against Women

    Orange County Public Libraries, South Creek Branch

    Promote awareness and discuss research on violence against women. This panel presentation will bring experts in the topic to discuss in Spanish and English some of the most controversial issues about violence against women. All are welcome! Panelists include: Dr. M. C. Santana, Director Women's and Gender Studies University Central Florida Dr. Elida Aponte Sanchez Emeritus Director Women's Studies IFD, …

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  • The Peacemaker: Film Screening and Discussion

    Visual Arts Building: Auditorium

    Screening of the award-winning and riveting story of an international peacemaker who struggles to make peace in his own life. A discussion with the filmmaker, James Demo, will follow.

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