BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//UNIFY BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York X-LIC-LOCATION:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:19700308T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=3;BYDAY=2SU END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:19701101T020000 RRULE:FREQ=YEARLY;BYMONTH=11;BYDAY=1SU END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT UID:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4138103/ftic-orientation/ DTSTAMP:20260716T090000 DTSTART:20260716T090000 DTEND:20260717T150000 LOCATION:UCF Main Campus SUMMARY:FTIC Orientation URL:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4138103/ftic-orientation/ DESCRIPTION:During day one of orientation, students and their families are invited to attend an EXCEL program presentation. This session introduces the purpose, structure and benefits of EXCEL, highlighting how the program supports student success from the very beginning of their college journey. Attendees will learn about program course registration and the resources available to EXCEL participants, and will have the chance to ask questions and connect with program staff. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4157190/pathways-2026-the-carlos-malamud-prize/ DTSTAMP:20260716T100000 DTSTART:20260716T100000 DTEND:20260716T170000 LOCATION:UCF Art Gallery SUMMARY:Pathways 2026: The Carlos Malamud Prize URL:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4157190/pathways-2026-the-carlos-malamud-prize/ DESCRIPTION:The Pathways 2026: The Carlos Malamud Prize exhibition is a collaborative partnership between the UCF Art Gallery and the [Rollins Museum of Art](https://www.rollins.edu/rma/exhibitions/pathways-carlos-malamud-prize/), celebrating emerging professional artists across Florida. Juried by a panel of three art professionals, this year's exhibition features six artists with diverse practices, spanning a wide range of media, themes, and perspectives.\n\nWorks by all six finalists will be shown at both venues, creating opportunities to engage with two major academic communities. One artist will receive a $10,000 prize, a solo exhibition in 2027, and the opportunity to serve as a juror for the next edition, along with additional professional development support.\n\nPathways is designed to nurture emerging artists and provide a meaningful path forward, reflecting the shared missions of both institutions.\n\nFinalists: Alex Awuku, Michael Cannata, Cruz Castillo, Ebenezer Nketsiah Mensah, Lucia Morales, Shayla Marshall \nJurors: Marcus Antonius Jansen, Tenee' Hart, Sheldon Scott\n\n[Learn more about this year's exhibition here. ](https://www.rollins.edu/rma/exhibitions/pathways-carlos-malamud-prize/) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4139619/identity-reflections-of-self-the-albin-polasek-museum-and-sculpture-gardens/ DTSTAMP:20260716T100000 DTSTART:20260716T100000 DTEND:20260716T160000 LOCATION:633 Osceola Avenue Winter Park, FL 32789 SUMMARY:Identity: Reflections of Self - The Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens URL:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4139619/identity-reflections-of-self-the-albin-polasek-museum-and-sculpture-gardens/ DESCRIPTION:UCF School of Visual Arts and Design (SVAD) Juried Exhibition\n\nCelebrating the creativity of our community's emerging artists, this juried exhibition features work by graduate and undergraduate students from the UCF School of Visual Arts and Design.\n\nThrough a diverse range of techniques and materials, including painting, drawing, sculpture and mixed media, the selected works offer personal explorations of identity. These works reflect the memories, experiences, relationships, communities and values that create one's sense of self.\n\nThe Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens is honored to partner with UCF SVAD to present this exhibition, continuing the legacy of its founder, Albin Polasek, whose dedication to arts education has influenced generations of artists. In that spirit, the museum remains committed to supporting emerging talent by providing a platform for new voices and creative expression. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4118754/honors-undergraduate-thesis-information-session/ DTSTAMP:20260716T110000 DTSTART:20260716T110000 DTEND:20260716T123000 LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Honors Undergraduate Thesis Information Session URL:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4118754/honors-undergraduate-thesis-information-session/ DESCRIPTION:Maximize your undergraduate experience at UCF by participating in the Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program. Join us to learn more.\n\nThe HUT program allows juniors and seniors from all disciplines to conduct original, independent research as principal investigators. Over the course of two to four semesters, students work closely with a faculty committee to research, write, defend and publish an original thesis that serves as an honors capstone product of their undergraduate career. This thesis is published through the university library and is available to researchers worldwide through electronic databases.\n\nThese information sessions cover the [Honors Thesis eligibility requirements](https://honors.ucf.edu/hut/admissions/), [program benefits](https://honors.ucf.edu/hut/advising-3/) and an overview of the steps to complete an Honors Undergraduate Thesis/creative project.\n\nRSVP is required at least one hour before the start time. The Zoom link and information will be sent to your UCF email account upon registration.\n\nImportant: RSVP and sign in using your UCF SSO Zoom account (with your full name and official UCF email) before opening the meeting link so your attendance can be recorded and a follow-up email can be sent to your email account.\n\nHave questions? Email HonorsResearch@ucf.edu.\n\nWe hope to see you there!\n\nVirtual Location URL: Zoom\nRegistration Link: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/61_nUCELSYuZlRGvz0C12Q\nRegistration Info: RSVP is required at least one hour before the start time. END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4155684/building-interactive-timelines-and-data-driven-narratives/ DTSTAMP:20260716T110000 DTSTART:20260716T110000 DTEND:20260716T120000 LOCATION:John C. Hitt Library Digital Exploration Center: Room 425 SUMMARY:CANCELED - Building Interactive Timelines and Data-Driven Narratives URL:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4155684/building-interactive-timelines-and-data-driven-narratives/ DESCRIPTION:Learn how to create interactive digital stories using the free tools TimelineJS and StorylineJS. In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore strategies for presenting information through timelines and data-driven narratives while building their own projects. These tools can be used to communicate research, showcase historical events, document projects, and create engaging stories for a variety of academic and professional purposes. TimelineJS (https://timeline.knightlab.com) and StorylineJS (https://storyline.knightlab.com) both use Google Sheets to organize content, so participants should have access to a Google account before attending.\n\nPlease bring a laptop to follow along and create your own timeline during the workshop. Participants are welcome to bring photos or other media they would like to incorporate into their projects. The workshop will also cover finding and using copyright-friendly images and media resources.\nRegistration Link: https://ucf.libcal.com/event/17068764 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4158031/professional-mba-part-time-online-information-session/ DTSTAMP:20260716T120000 DTSTART:20260716T120000 DTEND:20260716T130000 LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:Professional MBA (Part-Time) Online Information Session URL:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4158031/professional-mba-part-time-online-information-session/ DESCRIPTION:This webinar session will provide a quick overview of the [UCF Part-Time Professional MBA](https://business.ucf.edu/degree/professional-mba-part-time/) program and help answer questions about application requirements and completing your online application to the program. Our next Part-Time Professional MBA cohort will start Summer 2027 at UCF Downtown. \n\nVirtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/PMBA071626\nRegistration Link: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/PMBA071626 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4155153/whats-next-managing-graduation-anxiety/ DTSTAMP:20260716T123000 DTSTART:20260716T123000 DTEND:20260716T133000 LOCATION:Virtual SUMMARY:What's Next? Managing Graduation Anxiety URL:https://events.ucf.edu/event/4155153/whats-next-managing-graduation-anxiety/ DESCRIPTION:It's normal to feel stress and anxiety about the next steps after graduation whether it's finding a job or plans for graduate school. If you're feeling anxious about the next phase of your life, join this workshop to learn strategies for managing graduation anxiety.\n\nThis workshop is part of the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop series. [Learn about CAPS and other workshops.](https://caps.sswb.ucf.edu/)\n\nVirtual Location URL: https://ucf-hipaa.zoom.us/j/97245375228 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR