Tuesday, September 24, 2019

  • UCF Downtown Group Exercise: Power Kickboxing (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    Punch and kick your way into this aerobic class! You will learn the basics of kickboxing and sweat your way to a higher fitness level.

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  • Hidden Artists Exhibit (Recurring Event)

    John C. Hitt Library

    Hidden Artists is a group of UCF employees who create art outside of their daily jobs. Founded by Judy Bragg Pardo, Hidden Artists have exhibited together since 2008. From painting, drawing, photography, jewelry and mixed media, the works of these artistic employees are on display at the exhibit wall of the John C. Hitt Library. The exhibit features works from …

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  • FBI Cyber Security Symposium

    FAIRWINDS Alumni Center

    Hear the latest guidance from the Federal Bureau of Investigations personnel who tackle cyber crimes, including business e-mail compromise, cryptocurrency, skimmers, identity theft, and more. The FBI presenters will also share insight about careers in cyber-related law enforcement. This conference is free and open to all faculty, staff and students of UCF and Valencia College, as well as government officials, …

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  • UCF Nursing Information Session, BSN degree (Recurring Event)

    University Tower: 602

    Pre-register for this Information Session HERE UCF’s BSN Information Sessions are designed to help prospective BSN students understand the process and steps for applying to UCF's limited-access, upper-division BSN programs which include the Traditional, Second Degree, and Concurrent options. The online RN to BSN option will also be discussed. Attendees will learn about unique application requirements to practice and learn …

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  • Career Expo

    Addition Financial Arena

    The Career Expo gives students and alumni the chance to meet with employers face-to-face to discuss career opportunities. Students can distribute resumes, network, and interview on site. Representatives from corporations of all industries and sizes participate. This event usually attracts over 200 employers and over 2,000 students and alumni seeking full-time, professional positions. Professional Attire Encouraged. Bring plenty of up-to-date …

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  • Functional Fitness Demo

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    Stop by anytime between 10am and 12pm on Tuesday, September 24th to learn all about the RWC@Downtown's Functional Fitness Area. You will get the chance to chat with a certified personal trainer and ask questions related to equipment, exercises, and routines you can do within the space. Athletic wear recommended.

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  • Presentation Skills (Online Workshop)

    Graduate Student Center: Trevor Colbourn Hall: 213

    Does the idea of giving a presentation freak you out? Bad news: presentations are unavoidable in your courses and in your future career path. Good news: presentation skills are something you can easily improve! This session will provide some tips, tricks, and ideas for how to become a better presenter. Students must register for all workshops through their myUCF Student …

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  • Faculty Excellence Leadership Series: From Tallahassee to UCF

    Teaching Academy: 130

    There’s a lot of talking about what happens in the Capitol and how decisions are made at the university. So what is the process? Join us at this session to hear from speakers who will break down the governance process on all levels: state, university and local.Speakers: Janet D. Owen, Vice President, Government Relations William Self, Chair, Faculty Senate and …

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  • Staying on Top of The Data Revolution: Taming Data Through Interactive and Immersive Visualization - Dr. Dirk Reiners

    L3Harris Engineering Center: 101

    The definition of what constitutes a large data set has changed significantly over the last 20 years, and more and more scientific fields and industries generate more and more data every year. What has not changed is the need to explore, analyze and communicate that data in an efficient and effective manner. One of the most promising ways to explore, …

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  • Consent Workshop- Violence Prevention Certificate Series (Recurring Event)

    RWC: 206

    What is consent?How does one ask for consent? In this interactive workshop, participants will gain a better understanding of how consent relates to sexual violence and healthy relationships.

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  • Trans 101: What does it mean to be trans?

    Counseling and Psychological Services

    Whether you are questioning your gender identity or identify as an ally, this workshop is the right place for you. Learn basic concepts including how to differentiate gender identity, gender expression, biological sex, and sexual orientation in an open and engaging atmosphere. CAPS workshops are free, require no sign-up, and space is provided on a first-come-first-serve basis to currently enrolled …

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  • Learn Quechua! (Free Incan language classes) (Recurring Event)

    TCH: 358B

    Free Quechua classes begin at UCF, just in time for Hispanic Heritage Month Norma Ledesma offers free classes in basic Quechua in UCF's Department of Modern Languages and Literatures. With an emphasis on Quechua vocabulary and expressions related to medicine, food, and travel, these classes will give students a lively, robust introduction to the language of the Inca Empire, a …

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  • UCF Downtown Group Exercise: Bootcamp (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    This circuit-style class provides a full-body workout, using limited equipment. It includes a wide variety of exercise techniques, such as cardiovascular work, strength training and plyometrics.

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  • Understanding Power and Privilege -- DIV016

    Barbara Ying Center: 140

    This session looks at the concepts of power and privilege in detail and describes actions that can be adopted to mitigate the effects of social injustice. Pre-requites: ABCs of Diversity

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  • Apps to Help Organize Your Research Life (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Trevor Colbourn Hall: 213

    Do you ever wonder if there is a great app out there that you are missing out on? Need help staying organized, taking notes, or need a better way to communicate with classmates over shared projects? Well look no further as this session will introduce helpful and important apps that all grad students should love and use! We will cover …

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  • Science is for Everyone: Science Communication 101

    L3Harris Engineering Center: 101A

    Science is for Everyone: Big Impacts with Science Communication Science Communication 101: Learn how, when and where to communicate science research and the many ways to apply your skills to science communication. Also learn about Skype A Scientist, a non-profit that connects scientists to non-scientists around the world. Sarah McAnulty, Ph.D.University of ConnecticutMolecular and Cell Biology Tuesday, September 24Harris Engineering …

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  • Starter Connections: Intellectual Property with Jack Abid

    Starter Space: 135 BA 1

    Successful entrepreneurs are team builders. They seek out partners and trusted professionals who can help them navigate startup challenges and build solid foundations for their ventures. Join us and connect with leading experts who share cautionary tales and success secrets that can help you build your team!

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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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  • UCF Downtown Group Exercise: Hip Hop Cardio (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    Hip hop cardio is a dance fitness class that incorporates the fundamentals of basic hip-hop to achieve a moderate- to high-intensity cardiovascular workout. No dance experience necessary!

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  • Women's Self-Defense (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center: 206

    Our instructors are UCF police officers who have been trained by the National Self-Defense Institute (http://www.nsdi.org). Our courses are designed to provide attendees with information, tactics and options which we believe may be useful for various types of crimes perpetrated against women. S.A.F.E self-defense classes are created specifically for women, and S.A.F.E. training certifies our officers to only offer this …

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  • Cults & Charisma Film Series - Jonestown: The Life and Death of the Peoples Temple

    John C. Hitt Library: 223

    Featuring never-before-seen footage, this documentary delivers a startling new look at the Peoples Temple, headed by preacher Jim Jones who, in 1978, led more than 900 members to Guyana, where he orchestrated a mass suicide via tainted punch. Facilitated by Dr. Christy Flanagan-Feddon Fall 2019 Movie series sponsored by the Religion and Cultural Studies Program and co-hosted by UCF Libraries. …

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  • FTCE Mathematics Workshop 1

    Education Complex: 190

    The FTCE Mathematics Workshop will focus on: COMPETENCY 1: Number Sense CLASSIFICATIONS/ORDER OF OP-ERATIONS/NEGATIVE OPERA-TIONS/FRACTIONS, DECIMALS, PERCENT/COMPARISONS

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  • UCF Downtown Group Exercise: PiYo (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    PiYo Live is designed to build strength, improve flexibility and tone muscles — all in the same class! Using only your body weight, these dynamic, flowing sequences deliver real results through nonstop movement that burns serious calories and gets your heart pumping.

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