Sewing by hand and working intuitively, Washburn allows her forms to evolve into complex aggregates of color, pattern, and texture that gesture, emote, and hold space. With a background in traditional sewing, Washburn honors and experiments with her inherited process, employing and complicating textile techniques like quilting, embroidery, and upholstery. The use of recycled textiles and household objects spark moments of recognition, as materials once used to cover and comfort take on their own autonomy.
Washburn’s sculptures are visually and thematically pieced together; a jumble of memories, feelings, and associations that blend, clash, and overlap. In Connective Tissue, anthropomorphic forms are caught in the process of growing and changing: curvy figures are elongating and gesticulating, reaching towards each other and animating the space. Her sculptures use posture and pattern to show how much we carry in our bodies at once: joy, silliness, softness, passion, strain, and longing.
Connective Tissue also includes a selection of works on paper and small objects that comprise another aspect of Washburn’s practice. These small works are comprised of recycled paper, cardboard packaging, and other materials that are frequently discarded. All Washburn’s work is united by her form of mark-making: bright, visible hand-stitching. This visual and functional element underlines the physical, anatomical aspect of sewing and visualizes the patchwork of identity-forming.
]]>Each participant who successfully completes the course will earn an American Red Cross certificate in Adult First Aid and CPR with AED. The certificate is valid for two years.
To register for this class, please call 407-823-2408 or walk into the RWC administrative office between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and someone will assist you.
]]>Co-founder of Excelan and past president of TiE, Rekhi has mentored more than 10,000 entrepreneurs and invested in over 200 early-stage companies. In this talk, Rekhi explores why artificial intelligence is poised to set off the widest wave of new venture creation in a generation — lowering the cost of building, widening who gets to build and rewriting the path from idea to company.
Cameron Ford, Ph.D., founding director of the Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership and executive director of the UCF Blackstone LaunchPad, will moderate the event.
Light refreshments will be provided.
]]>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!
]]>LUNCH AND LEARN!
]]>In this workshop, participants will explore the key principles of mindfulness and take part in real-world exercises that demonstrate how these practices can be applied to navigate everyday stressors, challenges and situations.
]]>Learning Outcomes:
Prerequisites for Hands-On Exercises:
1. Bring your own laptop.
2. Install R.
3. Install RStudio.
Need help installing R or RStudio? Drop in during virtual office hours.
The workshop is presented by Satyar Foroughi.
]]>October 28: NO EVENT
For more details, visit the Library's event page.
]]>This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Opportunities & Workshops (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS and other workshops.
]]>Participants are strongly encouraged to complete How to Create Accessible Documents in Microsoft Office beforehand to build foundational knowledge. A device with Adobe Acrobat is recommended but not required to follow along.
Registration:
UCF employees: Use the Register Now button to register through Workday.
Students: Use the Open Virtual Location Link to join the waiting room.
]]>The Career & Wellness Peer Support Group provides a welcoming and supportive space for students to connect with peers while exploring career goals, personal growth, and overall well-being.
Through guided discussions, and shared experiences, participants will gain strategies for managing stress, building confidence, and navigating career uncertainty
Some topics of exploration include career decision-making, imposter phenomenon, self-care, job and internship searches, networking, and work-life balance.
Whether you're feeling unsure about your next steps or simply looking to connect with others facing similar challenges, this group offers a community-centered environment focused on growth, encouragement, and success facilitated by Masters-level Mental Health Counseling Graduate Interns.
Who should attend?
All students are welcome.
Dates: Wednesday Sept. 2nd, Sept. 9th, Sept. 30th, Oct. 7th, Oct. 14th, Oct. 21st, Oct. 28th, Nov. 4th
Time: 4pm-5pm
Location: Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center Building Room 115. The groups are in-person and open.
]]>This program runs from August 31st thru October 16th. Registration opens on August 17th and closes September 2nd. Come prepared on Mondays on the Functional turf and Wednesdays in the Knightfit studio at 5pm with a water bottle and a positive mindset
]]>Whether you're moving into a dorm for the first time or returning to your apartment, make your space your own at our Dorm Decor event! Create last-minute decorations, organizers and vision boards with us. Supplies are available while they last.
]]>Stay after for a networking reception with industry professionals and Rosen College alumni.
Your experience includes:
This event is open to all UCF alumni, faculty, staff and industry partners.
]]>NA is a non-profit fellowship of men and women for whom drugs have become a major problem. We meet regularly to help each other live drug-free. There are no dues or fees, the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Our fellowship focuses primarily on recovery from the disease of addiction. Anyone may join us regardless of age, race, sexual identity, creed, religion, or lack of religion.
For more information about this meeting visit studenthealth.ucf.edu/recovery/ or call the NA Helpline at 407-425-5157.
]]>A young woman moves in with her boyfriend, full of hope for a fairytale existence. Talking walls soon reveal the lives of a previous couple who once called the apartment home.
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