Wednesday, November 17, 2021

  • IEW - Supporting International Education through Global Collections (Recurring Event)

    John C. Hitt Library

    To celebrate the International Education Week, the UCF libraries will showcase an international book display from Nov 15-19 featuring books by international authors and books highlighting global themes and issues.

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  • Big Red Bus - Donate Blood Today!

    UCF Memory Mall

    Help us maintain a safe and ready blood supply for cancer patients, trauma patients or for when unexpected tragedies occur. The OneBlood bus will park on Memory Mall near the Veterans Memorial.

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  • Performance Appraisal: Supervisors - PER067 (Faculty & Staff Supervisors Only) (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    As a supervisor, your role is to coach, motivate, and empower others to use their skills, expertise, and ideas to produce results. One of the tools to help you do this is the performance appraisal. If you are new to completing and administering performance appraisals, we highly encourage you to attend this workshop. If it has been awhile since you …

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  • Great American Smokeout: Celebrating more birthdays

    Student Union Patio

    Join us for a birthday celebration to promote the health benefits associated with commuting to quit smoking.  The Smoke Free UCF team will be out to promote the campus policy, educate on cessation options, and offer support to those ready to take the pledge and quit smoking. Turn "one day" into "day one."

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  • IEW - Meet Consul General of Japan in Miami-Kazuhiro Nakai

    Virtual

    The Puerto Rico Research Hub is proud to host Consul General of Japan in Miami-Kazuhiro Nakai. Consul Nakai will discuss his professional trajectory, particularly his experience as Director of International Education. He will also discuss his work as Consul in Florida. Finally, he will share how Japan has dealt with current issues affecting the global community including COVID-19, climate change …

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  • CFHLA Student Lounge Meet & Greets, Nov 17, Bonnet Creek (Hilton and Waldorf Astoria)

    Rosen College of Hospitality Management: CFHLA Student Lounge (Room 202)

    This is the final CFHLA Meet & Greet event for Fall 2021. We are pleased to announce that leadership from Bonnet Creek (Hilton and Waldorf Astoria) will join us Wednesday, November 17 as part of the fall 2021 CFHLA Student Lounge Meet & Greets.  Our guests:  Justin Jaret - Director of Restaurants Adam Irizarry – Restaurant Manager, Muse Jonny Lownds – Front Office …

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  • IEW - Why Should You Learn Russian?

    Classroom Building 1: Room 212

    Guest speaker, Dr. Morris will present analytical analysis of the Russian language and it needs for America students in different degrees and programs.

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  • Café Francophone - French Conversation (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: Room 358B

    Come to the French café to improve your French communication skills and meet new friends. This activity is for students who want to improve their French skills, and native speakers are welcome. It is offered every other Wednesday, beginning September 8.

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  • MS in FinTech Virtual Information Session

    Virtual

    Learn details about Florida's first Master of Science in FinTech. This virtual information session will provide details about the UCF MS in FinTech including curriculum, learning outcomes, program format, admission requirements and application process. Q&A with admission staff and faculty will follow the formal presention. RSVP required. 

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  • Experiential Learning Q & A: Let's Talk Internships

    DPAC 154: 154

    Have you ever met with a Faculty member from Experiential Learning? Here’s your opportunity to connect via a discussion-based panel that will cover topics related to searching for an internship, building a resume that stands out, internship interviewing tips, registering your internship for credit, networking tips to land an internship, etc. Experiential Learning's Faculty are looking forward to assisting you! 

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  • DirectConnect to UCF® Online Information Session

    Virtual

    Join us online for an information session on DirectConnect to UCF and learn what the guaranteed admission is all about. In this interactive information session, ask questions and find out what you need to know to make your transition to UCF easy. DirectConnect to UCF guarantees admission (consistent with university policy) to UCF with an associate degree (A.A.) or articulated …

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  • IEW - Russian Language and Literature

    Classroom Building 1: Room 212

    Guest speaker, Dr. Morris will present his view on the Russian Literature and its influence on the world.

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  • United States in the Middle East: A Perspective from Kurdistan

    Student Union: Key West Ballroom (Room 218)

    Hosted by the Kurdish Political Studies Program. The U.S. combat forces are scheduled to leave Iraq by the end of 2021 and only a small number of U.S. forces remain in Syria. In this context, the Kurds of Iraq remain one of the steadfast allies of the United States in the Middle East. Mr. Qubad Talabani, Deputy Prime Minister of …

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  • Graduate School Preparation: Where Do I Begin?

    Downtown DPAC 169A: DPAC 169A

    This workshop will discuss getting started in the graduate school process for undergraduate students. 

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  • Expressive Arts for Self-Care

    Virtual

    Expressive Arts for Self-Care offers an overview of simple ways to incorporate art, nature, and play into your self-care plan. All are welcome. No background in art is needed. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Fall 2021 Outreach Workshop Series. To learn about CAPS services and other workshops, visit caps.sdes.ucf.edu.

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  • Major Success and Exploration

    Virtual

    Pop into our chat where we will be answering questions about majors, career paths, and going over the VIPS assessments. Learn about how your values, interests, personality and skills can impact your major choices and career options. See you then!

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  • Language Speed Dating

    Virtual

    Want to meet an exciting, new language? Not sure if you want to commit to learning a specific language? Meet new languages at the 5th annual Language Speed Dating event. Learn basic phrases, try out different writing systems, and experience the pronunciation of languages, which could include...ARABIC, ITALIAN, GERMAN, KOREAN, SPANISH, JAPANESE, FRENCH, PORTUGUESE, RUSSIAN and ENGLISH. Hosted by the …

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  • Violence Prevention Certificate Series: Title IX (Recurring Event)

    Student Union

    Let’s Be Clear is offering a series of virtual and in person leadership opportunities through our Violence Prevention Certificate Series to teach students how to support and care for fellow Knights. This series of workshops provides students with an understanding of topics related to interpersonal violence, Title IX, safety, and how to connect students who may be impacted. Students who …

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  • Information Session: Introduction to Research Courses (INTRO) (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    This short session will introduce you to the INTRO (Introduction to Research course) program, providing information about program benefits and requirements, as well as application tips. There will also be time for Q&A.  

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  • Pale Kreyòl (Haitian Creole Conversation) (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 358B

    Come practice speaking Haitian Creole with your peers every other Wednesday, starting from September 8. Games and interactive activities will be used. This activity is intended for students who are not fluent in Haitian Creole, and UCF students who are not enrolled in the course may also join.  Meeting days:  September 8 September 22 October 6 October 20 November 3 …

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  • IEW - Immigration 102: International Students

    Virtual

    An international student’s journey to studying in the United States is a complex, multistep process that begins long before the student arrives. This session will highlight an international student’s journey starting from before they apply to the university, to obtaining their student visa, arriving to the United States, and the many things they must consider while earning their degree. Participants …

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  • Three Minute Thesis (3MT)

    Morgridge International Reading Center

    Three Minute Thesis (3MT) invites doctoral students to communicate their research in just three minutes with only one PowerPoint slide. Participants are judged on the ability to effectively convey the importance of their research in an engaging way to a non-specialist audience. A panel of judges will determine the event winner and runner up while the audience is invited to …

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