Tuesday, April 09, 2019

  • Flights of Fancy: Joy Postle’s Birds (Recurring Event)

    John C. Hitt Library: main floor

    Artist, Poet and Entertainer Joy Postle was one of Florida's pioneering Naturalists, but perhaps is best known for her entertaining and educational stage shows titled "Glamor Birds" in which she would paint Florida's birds while sharing bird songs, music and poetry. This exhibit highlights some of her bird painting and poetry.

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  • UCF Leadership Institute

    Student Union Pegasus Ballroom

    If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you! Student Union Pegasus Ballroom April 9, 2019…8:30 am to 12:30 pm Register for the UCF Leadership Institute. The annual leadership institute, offered during the spring semester and managed by the LEP class, features a variety of leadership workshop sessions. It also allows members of the current class to present elements of …

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  • Practice of Respect and Community Building

    Barbara Ying Center: 140

    Course number: DIV337 Tuesday, April 9 from 9:00am-11:00am Facilitator: Rachel Luce-Hitt Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Inclusive environments cannot emerge without a foundation of strong relationship building. Utilizing the Principles for How We Treat Each Other as a tool, participants will learn strategies for creating communities of peace, justice, and respect.

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  • SVAD Biannual B.F.A. Spring Exhibition (Recurring Event)

    UCF Art Gallery

    The SVAD Biannual B.F.A. Spring Exhibition provides the opportunity for undergraduate students majoring in book arts, ceramics, drawing, experimental animation, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture to share their research and artistic practice. More Information Exhibition Dates: April 4-25Opening Reception: Thursday, April 4, 5-7pm

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  • Demystifying the GRE

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: 201

    Prepare for the GRE now! Discover what the Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) is and how to prepare for the standardized test. Students who attend and engage in the workshops will be able to sign up for a GRE preparation course and have a chance to win free GRE preparation materials. This workshop is Co-Sponsored by Kaplan and Academic Advancement Programs …

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  • iACE Peer to Peer Mentoring: Drop-In Hours (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: 205A

    It's time to connect what's now to what's next. iACE is your resource to learn about research, study abroad, intersnhsip, and graduate school preparation. https://dtl.ucf.edu/iace/ Prefer to schedule an appointment with a peer mentor? Schedule one here: https://calendly.com/iacepeeradvising

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  • Conscious Thought Cafe: The Earth and Us

    SJA Lounge SU 207: SU 207

    Join SJA for a conversation about the Earth we share. Discuss your thoughts on global warming, climate change, and even the topic of environmental justice. Free lunch will be provided.

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  • Speed Studying

    Online

    You have a semester's worth of notes and readings and only two days before your final exam, join us to discover skills you can use to cut your study time in half. We will explore: What neuroscience says about effective studying How to organize and focus your study sessions What to do when you feel overwhelmed Register for the event …

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  • Black America Since MLK: And Still I Rise (Recurring Event)

    Barbara Ying Center: 140

    Note: You must attend all four episodes to receive a completion certificate. Episodes 1 and 2 Course number: DIV416 Tuesday, April 9 from 1:30pm-4:30pm Facilitator: Barbara Thompson Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Episodes 3 and 4 Course number: DIV417 Tuesday, April 16 from 1:30pm-4:30pm Facilitator: Barbara Thompson Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 In this four-hour series, Black America …

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  • No Kidding: The Library Has That!

    John C. Hitt Library: 223

    No Kidding: The Library Has That! led by David Benjamin, Amy Dovydaitis, Emma Gisclair, and Kristine Shrauger. This is a presentation of unexpected library materials and programs. Highlighting Curriculum Materials Center collections, the DIVerse Families Database, and University Special Collections and University Archives.

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  • Maximize Social Security in Your Retirement - RET38

    UCF Human Resources - Innovative Center: Training Room

    Approaching retirement age and not sure when to start collecting your Social Security benefits? This workshop will help you better understand your options for Social Security so that you can determine when and how to claim your benefit. Presented by Fidelity. Registration information can be found here: https://hr.ucf.edu/financial-wellness-series. For questions please contact benefits@ucf.edu. The annual UCF Financial Wellness Series will …

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  • Yoga Nidra Meditation with hammocks (Recurring Event)

    RWC @ Knights Plaza

    Yoga Nidra is an ancient meditation practice from India. Though the literal translation of Nidra is “sleep” it also means “a changing state of consciousness” which is brought about as you connect with your mind and body. This meditation practice uses aerial hammocks to aid the body in feeling relaxed and comfortable, yoga mats are also available for a stationary …

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  • Choir Invitational Concert

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Walt Disney Theater

    400+ elementary students are invited to learn from UCF Choral faculty, UCF Choral Music Education students, UCF Choir members, UCF alumni, and nationally‐known clinicians and retired faculty culminating into one performance. Learn more about the event and reserve your tickets here. UCF Celebrates the Arts is an annual showcase of creativity, innovation and collaboration, featuring performers and artists from across …

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  • Heartfulness Meditation - Exploring the Untapped Potential (Recurring Event)

    student Union 223: Room 223 (Cedar Key)

    Looking for a way of self-improvement? How to simplify your thoughts, letting go of stress? How does one make wiser choices? How can one develop confidence and balance from within? Come join us for our first practical session of the semester to learn how Heartfulness Meditation can help achieve it. - Invite your friends.

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  • Playback UCF

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: DeVos Family Room

    Playback theatre is a form of improvisational theatre where a troupe of actors and musicians create scenes honoring audience storytellers and their stories. Sometimes funny, sometimes serious, but always honest, Playback has the potential to transform audiences into a community. Playback UCF is composed of Undergraduate and Graduate students at the University of Central Florida. Playback UCF is mentored by …

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  • UCF Brass Ensembles Concert

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Pugh Theater

    FREE with UCF I.D. or if 18 & under if reserved by April 5 at 5 p.m.! Tickets: $5 The UCF brass ensembles (quartets, quintets, the UCF Trombone Ensemble, the UCF Trumpet Ensemble, the UCF Horn Ensemble and the UCF Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble) present a concert celebrating significant musical works for brass, plus a culminating performance of all the combined studios …

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