Wednesday, November 19, 2025

  • National Hunger and Homelessness Week

    Ferrell Commons

    UCF recognizes National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week from Nov. 17–21, 2025. Throughout the week, UCF departments and campus partners will host a series of events aimed at educating and increasing awareness about food and housing insecurities and homelessness among college students, staff and faculty. Activities will include opportunities to learn about available campus and community resources, engage in service …

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  • Performance Appraisal Supervisors

    Virtual

    Prepare for the annual performance appraisals due to Human Resources by February 15. As a supervisor, your role is to coach, motivate and empower others to use their skills, expertise and ideas to produce results. To provide this direction, you will learn: Benefits and multiple uses of appraisals UCF procedures for USPS and A&P appraisals How to make the process …

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  • Let’s UDOIT Together: Easy Steps to an Accessible Course (Recurring Event)

    Faculty Multimedia Center, Classroom Building 1: Room 201

    Join us for a hands-on session where we’ll walk through our Universal Design Online Content Inspection Tool (UDOIT), a tool within Webcourses@UCF that scans your course for accessibility issues and helps you fix them quickly. Discover why accessibility is important, gain practical experience using UDOIT in your courses and deepen your understanding of best practices for accessible course design. Be …

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  • Big Red Bus - Donate Blood or Platelets Today!

    UCF Memory Mall

    Help us maintain a safe and ready blood supply for cancer patients, trauma patients, or when unexpected tragedies occur. The OneBlood bus will park on Memory Mall near the Veterans Memorial. Walk-ups are welcomed, and appointments are appreciated! Appointments for Blood Donation: https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/1675118 Appointments for Platelet Donation:  https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/1682264 

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  • Ace Your Interviews

    Dixon Career Center: DCC 121 and Virtual

    Nail the Interview: Show Them Why You’re the OneThis interactive session teaches you how to communicate your experience and potential—no matter the opportunity. From common questions to powerful answers, you’ll learn how to prepare, practice and perform like a pro in your next interview. If you're unable to come in person, join us on Zoom!

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  • Coping Skills: Distress Tolerance

    Virtual

    Learn ways of managing frustrations, stress and problems effectively. It’s about being proactive in solving problems and accepting when things are beyond your control. This workshop aims to address ways of managing distress and enhancing your well-being. This workshop is part of the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop series! Learn about CAPS and other workshops.  

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  • Relaxation Fair

    DPAC East Lobby

    Take a break before finals and join us for a relaxing afternoon at our Relaxation Fair! This event is designed to help students recharge and feel calm before the stress of exams. Enjoy free smoothies, wellness activities, calming music, and giveaways. Come connect with campus resources, grab some stress-relief supplies, and treat yourself to a moment of peace.

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  • Critiques and Career Express Drop-In (Recurring Event)

    Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center: 1st floor lobby

    No appointment needed — just come to the Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center: Tuesdays: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Wednesdays: 12-2 p.m.  Check in on the first floor and you'll be directed to visit with a Career Peer Advisor for assistance with your resume, cover letter or Handshake profile. Or let us know if you have any quick career questions.

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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 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. Reserve Your Spot DirectConnect to UCF guarantees admission (consistent with university policy) to UCF with an associate degree (A.A.) …

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  • Welcome Wednesday: Demystifying Graduate Fellowships and Funding

    Virtual

    Pursuing an advanced degree is a significant investment—of time, energy, and finances. Understanding how to secure funding can make all the difference in your graduate school experience. Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) invites you to this Welcome Wednesday session, led by UCF College of Graduate Studies.  This session will break down the complex world of graduate fellowships, assistantships, and other funding …

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  • CREOL Fall 2025 Faculty Talks (Recurring Event)

    CREOL: CROL-103

    During the next several Wednesdays, CREOL faculty will present brief highlights of their research activities. The talks take place at noon in Room 103, with two professors each giving a 25-minute presentation. Attendance is mandatory for all first-semester Ph.D. students. SEPTEMBER 3 12:00: Ayman Abouraddy 12:30: Christian Heide SEPTEMBER 10 No presentations SEPTEMBER 17 12:00: Sean Pang 12:30: Yannick Salamin …

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  • Decoding Company DNA: Advanced Techniques in Company Research

    John C Hitt Library: 170: LIB-170

    Need to learn more about a company? This workshop will show you how to use library databases to track down reliable company profiles, financials and background details. It’s a straightforward way to get the information you need to study potential competitors or partners.

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  • WAC Wednesday: Considering AI-Refusal in Writing Contexts

    Virtual

    You are invited to join the UCF Writing Across the Curriculum Program for WAC Wednesdays, a virtual discussion group for faculty and staff interested in writing within and across disciplines.  Fall 2025 sessions will continue to engage questions around artificial intelligence (AI) and writing and will take place on Zoom from 12–1 p.m. on select Wednesdays in September, October and November. Our …

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  • Café francophone (Recurring Event)

    TCH: 358B

    Vous voulez améliorer votre français oral? (Would you like to improve your French speaking skills?) Vous aimeriez connaître des étudiant.e.s qui ont la même passion que vous pour la langue française?(Would you like to meet students who share your passion for the French language?) Bienvenu.e.s au café francophone! Venez échanger avec vos collègues étudiant.e.s dans une ambiance décontractée. (Welcome to …

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  • CANCELED: Waddle Into a High-Impact Practice (Recurring Event)

    Dixon Career Center: DCC 121 and Virtual

    Learn how to get involved in a wide variety of opportunities like undergraduate research, studying abroad, internships, learning communities, graduate school preparations and more. Whether planning for graduate school or a career, High-Impact Practice experiences offer you a competitive edge by helping you blend what you’re learning in the classroom with real-world experiences.  Light snacks and refreshments provided. RSVP today to …

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  • SBA Workshop: Resources for Veterans

    National Entrepreneur Center: Venture Training Room

    Live Event! In celebration of SBA’s 2025 National Veteran Small Business Week, this workshop addresses the role of the SBA Office of Veterans Business Development in maximizing the availability, applicability, and usability of small business programs for Veterans, Service-Disabled Veterans, Reserve Component Members, and their dependents or survivors. OVBD is SBA’s liaison with the military veteran’s business community; provides policy analysis …

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  • AR VR Innovation Discovery Event

    Dr. Phillips Nursing Pavilion 6825 Lake Nona Blvd

    The Division of Digital Learning’s Faculty Multimedia Center (FMC) and Pegasus Innovation Lab (iLab) will be hosting events in partnership with departments and colleges around UCF. The AVID (AR VR Innovation Discovery) events aim to promote the growth of a vibrant community of professionals within the VR and AR space. AVID will offer a platform for the sharing of real-world …

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  • Faculty Collective Bargaining Notice

    Virtual

    The next collective bargaining session between the University of Central Florida Board of Trustees and the United Faculty of Florida will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, from 1:30–3:30 p.m. via Teams. Look for the link in the Virtual Events section.

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  • Holistic and Strategic Thinking

    Virtual

    This course will focus on how to- Understand the importance of holistic thinking in strategic decision-making. Develop the ability to integrate global perspectives and information for comprehensive problem-solving. Apply strategic thinking to anticipate challenges and opportunities in the university environment. Evaluate the impact of strategic agility on long-term organizational success.

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  • Emerging and Re-emerging Viral Pathogens in Brazil

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 358B

    The recent resurgence of arboviruses such as Chikungunya (CHIKV), Zika (ZIKV), YellowFever (YFV), and dengue (DENV), along with the emergence of SARS-CoV-2, has placedconsiderable strain on healthcare systems worldwide, including in Brazil. The distribution ofthese viral pathogens is shaped by a complex interplay of demographic, environmental, andsocial factors, often leading to outbreaks in regions previously unaffected. Brazil, with itsdiverse ecosystems …

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  • Creating Accessible Designs Using Canva (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Creating Accessible Designs Using Canva introduces the basics of designing inclusive digital content. Learn how to apply accessibility principles in Canva by using high-contrast colors, accessible fonts, alt text and screen reader–friendly layouts. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete How to Create Accessible PDFs beforehand for foundational knowledge. A Canva account and device are recommended for hands-on practice. 

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  • Writing an Abstract for Conferences (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Acquire skills to write a strong abstract and to synthesize your research or creative work for a presentation. This workshop is ideal for students planning to apply to the Florida Undergraduate Research Conference or any other conference. Note: This workshop is for students already working on a research project with a faculty mentor.      Questions? Feel free to contact the Office …

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  • CCIE Distinguished Lecture Series

    UCF Downtown: DPAC 161

    The College Distinguished Lecture Series is a platform designed to inform, inspire, and connect UCF’s research community — and the broader public — with today’s most urgent and impactful topics. Each lecture spotlights cutting-edge research that influences education, community development, and policy at both national and global levels. Distinguished Lecturer Carolyn J. Heinrich, PhD, Department of Health Policy, Vanderbilt University …

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  • Undergraduate Admissions Virtual Information Session

    Virtual

    Discover what it’s like to be a UCF Knight! Join our live, 45-minute virtual information session led by a UCF admission counselor to learn about academics, campus life and how to apply as a first-time-in-college or transfer student. We’ll cover the application process, admission requirements, deadlines and scholarship opportunities to help you get started on your journey to UCF.  Bring …

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