Wednesday, October 14, 2020

  • Theatre UCF presents Mojada

    Virtual

    Out of health and safety concerns for our students, faculty and patrons, Theatre UCF has made the necessary decision to present several free virtual readings that will take place throughout the fall semester. More information on performances this spring will be announced soon. A modern retelling of the Greek tragedy Medea through the lens of the Mexican immigrant experience, the …

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  • Healing Art Exhibition: Call for Entries (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Healing Art Exhibition 2021Call for EntriesTheme: The Art of Being Visible: Expressions of Social JusticeEnter by: Friday, Nov. 6 (11:59 pm EST) Submit work here: https://caps.sdes.ucf.edu/art/apply/ The 7th annual juried 2-D art exhibition will showcase artwork by UCF students, faculty, staff, and alumni. Selected artwork will be on display in UCF Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) from January to November …

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  • Civility at Work - PER230 (For Non-supervisory Faculty & Staff) (Recurring Event)

    Zoom: TBA

    According to a 2018 survey, 69% of respondents cited incivility as a major problem in American society, with 29% reporting that they have experienced uncivil behavior at work. Every UCF employee has a role in creating a work environment that is respectful. This workshop explores issues of workplace civility, and provides employees with strategies for addressing uncivil behavior and ways to create a more civil work culture.

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  • Data Management: Perils of Fabrication, Falsification, and Confidentiality - CORE

    Virtual

    This workshop addresses research misconduct in the form of fabrication of data or experimental outcomes, falsifying data or originality of material (e.g., plagiarism) and breech of confidentially of data as it relates to human subjects or contractual obligations. An historical perspective is given to highlight some infamous examples of misconduct and the ensuing scandals when they were publicized. Some mechanisms …

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  • Non-Tenure Earning Faculty Community Meeting (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Our interdisciplinary non-tenure earning (NTE) community drives our UCF Collective Impact while developing and retaining NTE faculty. Monthly forums provide NTE faculty professional and leadership development and peer support. All NTE faculty have an open invitation to join us monthly. You may choose an action team or you may choose to network with your NTE colleagues regarding best practices or …

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  • Graduate and Professional Schools Virtual Fair

    Virtual

    University of Central FloridaUCF 2020 Graduate and Professional Schools Virtual FairOctober 14, 2020 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Students must pre-register for the fair to meet with recruiters through Handshake. Registration will open on Thursday, October 1, 2020. For instructions on how to register and sign up to meet with recruiters, click here. Additional reminders will be posted on UCF Career …

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  • Career Lab: Resumes (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Not everyone learns by watching a presentation or holding a conversation. Some of us learn by actually doing what we're being taught. If that's you (or even if it isn't...) this lab is for you! Come drop in via Zoom to learn how to effectively update your resume a Career Peer Advisor (or two). During the lab, we ask that …

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  • Violence Prevention Certificate Series: Single, Taken, Confused (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Single, taken, confused, is a part of the Let's be Clear Violence Prevention Certificate Series. During this Zoom session, students will learn about healthy vs unhealthy relationships, ways to navigate relationships, and support and resources options available. To receive the Zoom link, email letsbeclear@ucf.edu. Complete all 4 Violence Prevention Certificate Series sessions and attend a Green Dot Bystander Intervention training …

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  • SPSIA Success Series - Internships

    Virtual

    Interested in gaining practical experience? Want to explore career opportunities? Join us to learn more about how to find internship opportunities, applying and resources available to achieve your professional goals. Hosted by:Dr. Peter Jacques, Professor & Intership CoordinatorNicholas Schenk, Head of Undergraduate Advising Services

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  • UCF Violin Masterclass with Professor Caroline Chin

    Virtual

    Described by the Chicago Sun Times as “…riveting and insightful, who lights up in passages of violin pyrotechnics,” Caroline Eva Chin has concertized throughout the United States, Europe and Asia in concert halls including the John F. Kennedy Center, the White House during their Christmas Festivities, New York’s Carnegie and Weill Halls, and the Concertgebeau in Amsterdam. She gave her …

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  • Politics and Governance: How Washington Works and Doesn’t Work

    Virtual

    Presented through the Lester N. Mandell Endowed Distinguished Lecture Series and hosted by UCF Global Perspectives and International Initiatives, this event will not focus on the election per-se, but the election is very much part of the moderated conversation. It will look into the state of American politics, governance, how presidents set an agenda, and how decisions are made in …

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  • Prep with a Pro (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Prep with a Pro Schedule: September 9: Ernst & Young September 16: Orange County Public Schools - Impressing the Recruiter September 23: Insight Global - How to Crush a Virtual Career Fair September 28: Naval Surface Warfare Center - Panama City Division - Virtual Interviewing October 8: Gartner - Networking October 14: Siemens - A Day in the Life and …

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  • SGLC Steering Committee (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Plan for the Student Government Leadership Council and the Judicial Leadership Council.

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  • LGBTQ+ Employer Panel (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Join us for a 3-part Employer Panel Series. This year, we will hear from 3 employers about their experiences being LGBTQ+ in the workplace and in our community. Employers will discuss personal stories, inclusive policies and practices, and provide a dialogue for students going into the workforce. UCF LGBTQ+ Services: Facebook Live - https://www.facebook.com/UCFLGBTQ

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  • Mid-week Mindfulness (Recurring Event)

    Counseling and Psychological Services

    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 for enrolled students. Registration is required. To register, please visit the CAPS website at: https://bit.ly/CAPSWorkshops-Fall_2020-Registration

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  • SBA Update: What to Expect in Fiscal Year 2021

    Florida SBDC at UCF

    October is the first month of the fiscal year, what to expect in fiscal year 2021. Register Now

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  • Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): What and Why? (Recurring Event)

    Counseling and Psychological Services

    Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) are potentially traumatic events that occur in childhood. This two- part workshop series will help UCF students learn about childhood trauma, and why this can impact physical and mental health well into adulthood. 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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  • Le Café Francophone - French Conversation (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Come to the French café to improve your French communication skills and meet new friends. This online activity is for students who want to improve their French skills, and native speakers are welcome (you must have a ucf.edu email address to join). The event is for students with at least an intermediate level of French. It is offered every other …

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  • Judicial Council Meeting (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Weekly Judicial Council meetings to disucss internal business.  Zoom: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/98989909527

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  • Non-Tenure Earning Faculty Community Meeting (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Our interdisciplinary non-tenure earning (NTE) community drives our UCF Collective Impact while developing and retaining NTE faculty. Monthly forums provide NTE faculty professional and leadership development and peer support. All NTE faculty have an open invitation to join us monthly. You may choose an action team or you may choose to network with your NTE colleagues regarding best practices or …

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  • How Solar PPAs Can Impact Florida

    Virtual

    Purchase Power Agreements can allow businesses, governments, and non-profits to benefit from solar energy. They are legal in most states including Georgia, Texas, Arkansas and Arizona. However, they are not yet legalized in Florida. Join Kelly Stevens, assistant professor at the University of Central Florida, and Gilbert Michaud, assistant professor at Ohio State University, as they discuss the economic and environmental …

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  • Areas of Expertise Discussion: Senior Living Management

    Virtual

    Join the Rosen College Leadership Council for an Areas of Expertise Discussion on Senior Living Management, UCF Rosen College's newest undergrad degree program. We will meet on Wednesday, October 14 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. to hear from experts who work in the Senior Living Management industry. The Senior Living Management degree is open to all UCF undergrads. Join Zoom …

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  • Koru Class (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Koru is a mindfulness class designed specifically for young adults teaching meditation as well as stress management skills. The class meets for 90 minutes once a week for four weeks over Zoom. The class size is limited to 12 students and includes access to the required book, “The Mindful Twenty-Something” and the Koru meditation app. Tuesday, 9/1 – 9/22 from …

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  • Free Career Workshop

    Virtual

    The Veteran Academic Resource Center (VARC) has teamed up with national recognized non-profit Andrew Vernon Associates to offer a FREE 90 minute interactive presentation on career readiness to provide focused refresher training for student veterans. Student Veterans will learn the necessary skills to successfully transition from being a college student to earning a job in a career commensurate with their …

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  • Networking Strategies, Presented by Northrop Grumman

    Virtual

    Networking Strategies, Presented by Northrop Grumman RSVP in Handshake: ucf.joinhandshake.com

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