Wednesday, April 01, 2015

  • The Clothesline Project

    Student Union

    Experience UCF's Clothesline Project display in the Student Union Atrium and join UCF Victim Services to decorate a shirt on April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 10am-2pm on the Student Union Patio.The Clothesline Project is a program started on Cape Cod, MA, in 1990 to address the issue of violence against women. It is a vehicle for women affected …

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  • Guided Arboretum Tour (Recurring Event)

    Timothy R. Newman Nature Pavilion

    Join Ray Jarrett, arborist, biologist and coordinator of UCF’s Urban Forestry and Natural Lands Programs, on an exciting tour of the Arboretum offering participants the chance to learn about UCF’s flora, fauna and the Prescribed Burn Program. The tour will depart from the Arboretum office behind the HEC and CREOL buildings. For more information please visit www.arboretum.ucf.edu

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  • Founders' Day Honors Convocation

    Student Union: Pegasus Ballroom

    The Founders' Day Honors Convocation is an opportunity to recognize some of the outstanding academic achievements of our faculty members and students. As we recognize these achievements, we remember the efforts of those women and men who made this university a reality, and we prepare for the accomplishment of the future. The ceremony will be followed by a reception.

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  • Working within the Nonprofit Sector

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Representatives from American Cancer Society will conduct this workshop outlining the different aspects of working for a nonprofit organization. Students can learn about the wide variety of possibilities available within a volunteer health organization.

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  • CANCELED: Intermediate Illustrator Class [Design a Professional Flyer] (Recurring Event)

    Technology Commons I: 102C

    Come check out the Tech Common's FREE Adobe Illustrator series of workshops. Open to students, faculty, and staff.This week's lesson will guide students through the process of picking apart an ugly flyer and turning it into a professional piece or marketing! Attendees should have beginner proficiency in Illustrator.Please bring your own computer with Illustrator CS4 or higher installed. Bringing an …

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  • Research Week Panel Discussion: Planning for Success in Graduate School

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316AB)

    Find out everything you wanted to know about graduate school, including identifying programs, admissions, and how to succeed once you're there from a panel of faculty and graduate students.

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  • Habits for Effective Leadership (Recurring Event)

    Student Union: Egmont Key Meeting Room (Room 224)

    This workshop series is designed to create student leaders by making sure they understand values, goals, and missions within themselves.

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  • Ask College Founders Anything

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    Come out and ask those burning questions you have to student starters and founders who are attending college and making money with their ventures at the same time! This panel will consist of Founders from Party Tutor, O'Dang Hummus, Joycelyn’s Southern Kitchen, and B Steps. These starters have learned tips & tricks from mentors, CEO's and investors. They have won …

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  • Research Week Workshop: Your Research Partner for Finding and Organizing Your Literature

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316AB)

    Renee Montgomery from UCF Libraries will share how to get a jump start on library resources and services that will expedite the research process. Join us to learn about the ins and outs of library databases, accessing full text with document delivery, citing sources using RefWorks and EndNote, and connecting with a librarian.

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  • CSWF Spring Workshop Series for UCF Faculty, Staff and Students Involved in Elder Care and Caring for Family Members

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316CD)

    CSWF Spring Workshop Series for UCF Faculty, Staff and Students Involved in Elder Care and Caring for Family Members. “Mother’s Little Helper: Myths and Realities of a Work-Life Balance when Caring for Aging Family Members.” This workshop will focus on the myths and realities of “work- life balance" for female faculty dealing with a primary care-giving role or caring for …

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  • CANCELED: Intermediate Illustrator Class [Design a Professional Flyer] (Recurring Event)

    Technology Commons I: 102C

    Come check out the Tech Common's FREE Adobe Illustrator series of workshops. Open to students, faculty, and staff.This week's lesson will guide students through the process of picking apart an ugly flyer and turning it into a professional piece or marketing! Attendees should have beginner proficiency in Illustrator.Please bring your own computer with Illustrator CS4 or higher installed. Bringing an …

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  • 2015 Retirement & Investment Series: Nearing Retirement in the FRS

    UCF Human Resources - Innovative Center: Training Room

    This workshop focuses on discussing practical issues important for those nearing retirement. Topics include setting retirement goals (including income needs) and understanding your sources of retirement income(including FRS plans and Social Security). We'll look at distribution options for various plans, and explore how to create an annual income stream in retirement that can last your lifetime. The workshop will explain …

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  • Research Week Workshop: Debunking the Myths of Undergraduate Research

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316AB)

    This workshop is presented by current undergraduate researchers. It is a casual session about getting involved in research. The session will go over the basics and provide ample time for students to ask questions.

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  • Building Winning Resumes (Recurring Event)

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 115

    Employers will spend less than 30 seconds when first reviewing your resume. Learn to design a resume that gets the recruiter's attention and targets the job you want.

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  • Smart Answers to Tough Questions: Advanced Interviewing (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Colbourn Hall, Suite 146

    Distinguish between what the employer is asking andwhat the employer really wants to know. Develop strategies that will helpyou answer tough behavior based questions.To registerfor this workshop, please go to http://ucf.qualtrics.com//SE/?SID=SV_4IY2Teu7UifFTLv.

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  • Circle K International Weekly Meeting (Recurring Event)

    Student Union

    Come out to our weekly meeting to find a new and fun way to serve! Circle K International is the world's largest collegiate service organization. If you are interested in continuing your journey in the Kiwanis family or interested in starting a new adventure, then feel free to check out our weekly meeting. We are in Rm 221 in the …

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  • Shimmy Knights Belly Dance Club (Recurring Event)

    Student Union

    Shimmy Knights is the belly dance club here at UCF! If you are interested in learning how to belly dance, join us for our weekly meetings!When: Wednesdays, 9pm-10:45pm Where: Student Union Room 221We are a club dedicated to sharing the joys of belly dance and promoting positive self image.No prior dance experience is needed; we will teach you everything you …

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