Participants will clarify writing goals, learn practical strategies for overcoming common barriers, such as perfectionism, procrastination, writer’s block, and engage in structured writing.

The retreat emphasizes sustainable writing habits, peer support, and planning so gains made during the day carry forward into participants’ regular routines.

• Who should attend: Master’s and doctoral students, especially those in the writing stage of their thesis or dissertation
• Cost: A $35 non-refundable participation fee is required to confirm registration
• What’s included: Morning coffee, lunch, and snacks
• What to Bring: Laptop, notes, and research resources
• Register: at Eventbrite
• Additional info: https://graduate.ucf.edu/research-and-scholarship 

This event is offered in partnership with the College of Graduate Studies Office of Graduate Research and Scholarship, University Writing Center (UWC), Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC), and Center for Writing Excellence (CWE).

Students must work within the parameters set by the gallery and adapt to changes and challenges that may arise throughout the process. The Art Show is the concept of an exhibition which will require the participants to think beyond their studio practice.

On view through June 26, Monday-Friday, 9 AM-4 PM.

Outdoor Adventure is proud to partner with Ranger Rick's SCUBA Adventure, one of the most experienced scuba dive outfitters, for our entry-level NAUI SCUBA certification course. This course is available to students currently enrolled at UCF. 

Upon successful completion of this course and checkout dives, graduates are considered competent to engage in open-water diving activities without supervision, provided the diving activities and areas dived approximate those in training. No previous SCUBA experience is required; however, basic swimming skills are necessary to complete the course. 

Cost 
The total cost of the certification is $380, with $40 due at registration. The rest of the price is due the first weekend of the certification, paid to Ranger Rick SCUBA Adventures. If you pay by card, there is an additional $5 fee, bringing the total to $385. 

Schedule 

To receive SCUBA certification, participants must complete two consecutive weekends of training. The first weekend includes classroom work and pool practice dives. Normally, the first weekend includes Friday night, all day Saturday and all day Sunday. For the second weekend, our instructor will pick either Saturday or Sunday to complete the Open Water Dives. 

Current Certification Dates: 

• January 2026 Certification 

• • January 23-25 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, First Check-Out Dive
  • February 1 - Second Check-Out Dive 

• February 2026 Certification 

• • February 20-22 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, First Check-Out Dive
  • March 1 - Second Check-Out Dive 

• April 2026 Certification 

• • April 3-5 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, First Check-Out Dive
  • April 12 -Second Check-Out Dive

• May 2026 Certification
  • May 15-17 - UCF Classroom Session, Pool Session, First Check-Out Dive 
  • May 24 - Second Check-Out Dive

Open Water Dives 

During the second weekend of the certification, students can complete their open-water dives. These dives take place either at Devil’s Den, Blue Grotto, KP Hole or Blue Heron Bridge. This is a full-day commitment. Transportation is not included. 

Equipment 

A SCUBA-quality mask, snorkel, wetsuit, fins and SCUBA booties are the student's responsibility to bring to all dive sessions. These pieces can be rented through the Outdoor Adventure Center and are included in the course fee. This equipment is subject to availability. All other equipment and materials are provided by Ranger Rick SCUBA Adventures. 

Registration 

You can now register and pay your deposit online here! You can also come into the Outdoor Adventure Center during open hours to register in person. 

Important Links 

Ranger Rick SCUBA 

Outdoor Adventure Center 

For more information, including tickets, please visit ucfknights.com/sports/baseball.