Thursday, April 11, 2019

  • Flights of Fancy: Joy Postle’s Birds (Recurring Event)

    John C. Hitt Library: main floor

    Artist, Poet and Entertainer Joy Postle was one of Florida's pioneering Naturalists, but perhaps is best known for her entertaining and educational stage shows titled "Glamor Birds" in which she would paint Florida's birds while sharing bird songs, music and poetry. This exhibit highlights some of her bird painting and poetry.

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  • Preparing for a Government Contracting Matchmaking Event

    Florida SBDC at UCF

    Matchmaking and Reverse Trade Show events are a great way to meet and interact with agency and large prime contractor contacts. You do NOT want to take these events for granted. Matchmaking events are a proven best practice for meeting contacts for the first time and to build on relationships that you have already started. This session will address some …

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  • iACE Peer to Peer Mentoring: Drop-In Hours (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: 205A

    It's time to connect what's now to what's next. iACE is your resource to learn about research, study abroad, intersnhsip, and graduate school preparation. https://dtl.ucf.edu/iace/ Prefer to schedule an appointment with a peer mentor? Schedule one here: https://calendly.com/iacepeeradvising

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  • SVAD Biannual B.F.A. Spring Exhibition (Recurring Event)

    UCF Art Gallery

    The SVAD Biannual B.F.A. Spring Exhibition provides the opportunity for undergraduate students majoring in book arts, ceramics, drawing, experimental animation, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture to share their research and artistic practice. More Information Exhibition Dates: April 4-25Opening Reception: Thursday, April 4, 5-7pm

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  • Wellness/Couponing Coaching (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center: 111 (WHPS Classroom)

    Connect with a Wellness Coach to achieve your personal well-being goals. Learn the basics of couponing and save money on grocery items. Coupon coaching is available by appointment at Wellness and Health Promotion Services every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Call Wellness and Health Promotion Services at 407-823-5841 to make your appointment!

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  • Plant Pressing Workshop

    UCF Arboretum

    Join UCF Libraries and the UCF Arboretum to learn how to press plants and flowers to create crafts and decorative items.

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  • How to Start Your Business (Recurring Event)

    Lake Sumter State College - Leesburg Campus: Blg M, Executive Conference Room

    If you’re thinking of starting a business, it’s important to take the right steps. This course will give you an overview of what to know, actions to take, and how to avoid common missteps to give your company its greatest chance of success. 1/30/2019 - https://fsbdc.net/EventsUR/5753900034/11/2019 - https://fsbdc.net/EventsUR/57539001210/24/2019 - https://fsbdc.net/EventsUR/575390025

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  • FreshU Mobile Kitchen Cooking Demo (Recurring Event)

    Memory Mall

    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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  • Fulbright Information Session

    The Burnett Honors College: BHC 130

    The Fulbright Program fully funds students of all disciplines to live abroad for an academic year to conduct research, pursue graduate study, or teach English. Register for the information session here.

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  • Building your Online Brand - WEBINAR

    Online

    Strategize your online presence. ONLINE ONLY! *This is a webinar, be sure to register prior to the session: http://www.anymeeting.com/PIID=ED57D887844630

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  • Distinguished Honors Alumni Speaker: Dr. Seth Jonas '01

    The Burnett Honors College: BHC 130

    Date: April 11Time: 2-3 p.m.Location: BHC 130Discussion: How science can inform national and international policy Dr. Seth Jonas '01 is a researcher at the Institute for Defense Analysis, Science and Technology Policy Institute (STPI). STPI is a congressionally chartered, federally funded research and development center that supports the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy and other executive agencies. …

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  • Joust New Venture Competition - Finals!

    FAIRWINDS Alumni Center

    The Joust New Venture Competition celebrates the entrepreneurial efforts of student starters across our campus, introduces them to community leaders, and provides key resources to help launch their ventures. The top four ventures will earn up to $75,000 in cash and essential business services provided by some of our regions most forward-thinking sponsors and donors. This event brings together big …

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

    Education Complex 206L: ED206L

    No reservations are required, however, there is limited space! No need to arrive on time; come and go as you please. These sessions are a safe place for students to grow intellectually and to develop their study strategies to pass the GKT. I recommend students to take a pretest on the English Language Skill's (ELS) competencies, Reading, or Writing (in …

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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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  • BATE-PAPO: Portuguese Club Chat (Recurring Event)

    TCH: 211

    Join us for a chat in Portuguese! We meet every Thursday from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm, in Trevor Colbourn Hall room 211. Come speak Portuguese with us and improve your proficiency. There will also be a film shown on the following dates: Thursday, January 15Thursday, February 7Thursday, March 7

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  • Power Lifting Competition

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    RWC Power Lifting Competition Thursday, April 11th in the RWC Weigh-ins on Tuesday (April 9th) from 2-4pm and Wednesday (April 10th) from 11am-1pm in the RWC Fitness Assessment Office *if this time frame does not work with your schedule, please contact us for accommodations. Students who are serious about powerlifting are encouraged to participate in the RWC’s 6th annual Power …

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  • China Humanitarian Crisis Panel

    ENG II:: 302

    You’re invited to Amnesty International at UCF’s biggest event of the year! Join us as we shed light on one of the largest scale persecution and detention operations by the Chinese government against the Uyghur minority. It’s one of the least talked about crises of our time. A special guest speaker is flying in from Washington D.C. to give firsthand …

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  • Social influencer Will Witt at UCF

    Health & Public Affairs 1: 116

    Will Witt, social media influencer from PragerU, will be coming to speak to the Turning Point USA Chapter at UCF. The topic is "Leftism is Destroying America", and there will be a Q&A session with Will and the audience immediately following his speech.

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  • The Past, Current and Future Projections of Grimshaw Architects

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: DeVos Family Room

    A lecture by Christian Hoenigschmid, Associate Principal at Grimshaw Architects, New York, NY. The lecture will be about the Grimshaw Architects’ design process and approach to an architectural project. The presentation will recap current projects in Miami and Gainesville, as well as transportation projects and how they impact the urban fabric. There will be a pre-lecture social starting at 6:30pm. …

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  • UCF Guitar Night Concert (Recurring Event)

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    Guitar Night concert with the guitar ensemble and classical guitar studio students of Dr. Eladio Scharron. Free and open to the public, no ticket required.

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