Wednesday, March 16, 2016

  • Triathlon Training Program

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Have you always wanted to compete in a Triathlon, but don’t know where to start? RWC Fitness has you covered! Triathlon Training is a 12 week program designed to prepare you for a sprint triathlon. Participants will be guided through a training program that prepares them to complete the requirements of a sprint triathlon - Swim 1/4 mile, Bike 12.5 …

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  • 9th Annual Kill-a-Watt Energy Conservation Competition

    The University of Central Florida

    Win scholarships! Make a difference! Protect our environment! Learn new ways to save money by conserving energy. For the last 9 years, the Office of Sustainability Initiatives, in conjunction with the Department of Housing and Residence Life, has led a campaign to reward students who reduce their personal energy consumption. Overtime, the name, rules, and incentives have seen several revisions …

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  • Protecting Personal Information

    Human Resource: OD & Training: HR 105 ABC

    Protecting Personal Information Identity Theft is America's fastest growing and most costly crime. Florida ranked #1 in the nation for reported complaints of identity theft and #1 in fraud complaints reported to the Federal Trade Commission in 2012. Join Theresa Ronnebaum and her eye opening workshop that will proactively educate attendees about identity theft protection, and drastically help you reduce …

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  • Refugee Simulation

    Memory Mall

    The School of Social Work invites members of the campus and local communities to participte in a Refugee Simulation at Memory Mall on March 16, 2016, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Refugee Simulation will offer individuals an opportunity to walk in the shoes of immigrant and refugee populations. The simulation will include a camp with multiple tents set …

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  • Wyndham Lunch and Learn: Best Practices for Virtual Interviews

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Many employers rely on virtual interviews to screen candidates. Whether using skype for an interview or submitting a video recording, it is important to present your best self. Learn how to prepare and what to expect for virtual interviews. RSVP is required vis KnightLink! Click 'Events' and then 'Workshops'.

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  • The Adventures of Pericles (Recurring Event)

    Orlando Shakespeare Theater

    Student Rush tickets only $12. Advanced Student Discounts are $10 off. In Shakespeare's most fantastical tale, Prince Pericles of Tyre finds his life is in danger after solving the puzzle of a murderous king. Forced to flee across the seas, he embarks on an odyssey in search of adventure, riches, and a lost princess. As he travels to parts unknown, …

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  • Successful Interview (Recurring Event)

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Learn about the different types of interviews, how to prepare for an interview, employers’ expectations of you, and what information to share about yourself. Develop strategies that will help you answer the really tough questions.

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  • Student Responses to Being Caught – Do They Hate Us

    Classroom Building I: Room 202 (Faculty Multimedia Center)

    Student Responses to Being Caught – Do They Hate Us (Professors) Turning Them in for Academic Misconduct? **This workshop is for Faculty, TA's, GA and GTA's only. You might be surprised by student responses to that question. No, they do not hate their professor’s for turning them in. Learn more about the myths regarding how students feel about being caught …

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  • Meditation Room (Recurring Event)

    RWC @ Knights Plaza

    Just be. Enjoy this space for a few peaceful moments or an entire hour. This space is provided to you for silent meditation and reflection every Wednesday and Friday from 4-5pm. In order to respect others in this space, please put all your belongings in the cubbies quietly, silence cell phones, and find a comfortable spot to sit in the …

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  • From Resume to CV (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Colbourn Hall, Suite 146

    How does a CV differ from a resume? Techniques to target academic and professional positions will be discussed. Discover the components and formats to create a document that effectively communicates your professional background. Students must register for all workshops through their myUCF Student Center under Graduate Students then Pathways to Success.

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  • Mendeley Citation Manager Workshop

    John C. Hitt Library 235A

    Like other citation management tools Mendeley can be used to organize and manage sources for academic projects. Mendeley’s free desktop and web versions offer 2GB of storage space (approx. 5,000 articles). This session will include tips on saving citations, saving and annotating PDFs, and using the Word plugin (Windows and MAC) to add in-text citations and bibliographies in papers. Please …

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  • CapTel Information Session

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 115

    Don't miss the chance to network with CapTel and learn about job opportunities! Representatives from CapTel will discuss what's happening in the company right now and how you can get involved.

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  • Is America Heading Again Toward Isolationism? - Presented by Dr. Henry Nau, Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at George Washington University

    Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant

    The College of Sciences Distinguished Speaker Series Presents: Is America Heading Again Toward Isolationism? – Presented by Dr. Henry Nau, Professor of Political Science and International Affairs at George Washington University. March 16th, 2016 at 6:00 PM at Ceviche Tapas Orlando (125 W. Church Street Orlando, FL 32801). Debates about US foreign policy have revolved around three main traditions—liberal internationalism, …

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  • The Adventures of Pericles (Recurring Event)

    Orlando Shakespeare Theater

    Student Rush tickets only $12. Advanced Student Discounts are $10 off.In Shakespeare's most fantastical tale, Prince Pericles of Tyre finds his life is in danger after solving the puzzle of a murderous king. Forced to flee across the seas, he embarks on an odyssey in search of adventure, riches, and a lost princess. As he travels to parts unknown, the …

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  • Drag Divas: Gender Realness at UCF

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316)

    LGBTQ+ Services presents Drag Divas: Gender Realness on March 16, 2016 from 8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. in the Student Union, Cape Florida Ballroom. Drag performers from the local Orlando community will be keeping it real about gender identity, expression, and performance. Those performing will take the stage between 8pm-9pm and will be followed by a panel discussion with our guests to …

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