Thursday, October 12, 2023

  • Call for Artists - Pathways 2024: The Carlos Malamud Prize

    Virtual

    The Rollins Museum of Art and the UCF Art Gallery invite submissions for Pathways 2024: The Carlos Malamud Prize. Pathways is a biennial, juried art competition and exhibition for emerging professional artists living in Florida. This edition will consist of a juried selection process resulting in a Summer 2024 group exhibition for the competition’s finalists. All exhibited artists will receive …

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  • Cornhole Tournament

    Main RWC

    Teams of two complete in a cornhole tournament

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  • Academic Exploration Week

    UCF Main Campus

    Academic Exploration Week (AEW) is your one-stop shop for all things academic! Whether you are curious about research, studying abroad, making connections, or diving into major or career exploration, AEW offers many opportunities for you to choose your own academic adventure!  Academic Exploration Week takes place Monday, Oct. 9, to Thursday, Oct. 12. No RSVP is required to attend. Be …

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  • Orientation Leader Tabling (Recurring Event)

    Student Union Patio

    Want to learn more about how to become a UCF Orientation Leader? Come visit First Year Experience's table outside the Student Union to hear details about the OL role, ask questions, talk with current OLs about their experiences, and maybe even get some free stuff! Ready to apply? Head to bit.ly/UCFOL24-25 to apply now! 

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  • Honors Undergraduate Thesis Information Session #2

    Virtual

    The Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program allows juniors and seniors from all disciplines to engage in original and independent research as principal investigators. Over 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 …

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  • High-Impact Practices (HIP) Scholars Program Info Session (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 201: Trevor Colbourn Hall 201 and Virtual

    Join HIP staff in learning about the new program being launched Fall 2023 to help you get involved in a High-Impact Practice! High Impact Practices (HIP) Scholars is a two-semester commitment for students to have a guided journey through exploring their interest in a HIP and then participating in a funded HIP experience. 

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  • Recharge to Charge On: Meditation for Faculty and Staff (Recurring Event)

    John C Hitt Library: Seminar Room 320

    Relax and unwind with UCF faculty and staff during a free afternoon meditation session, hosted by the UCF Wellness Research Center & Employee Gym from 11-11:30 a.m. in the John C. Hitt Library Zen Den, Room 320. We will create a peaceful, nature-inspired atmosphere to help you catch your breath, reset your mind and recharge your body during the busy …

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  • Virtual Sleep Out Interest Meeting

    Virtual

    Did you know that 4.2 million young people face homelessness each year? Youth homelessness was a crisis even before the pandemic, and it continues to be a growing issue. The good news? We can help. Join us online to learn about how giving up your bed for one night can help youth experiencing homelessness sleep safely and receive essential services. …

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  • Drop-In Drafting Lab (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 109: Trevor Colbourn Hall 109

    Starting a writing assignment, and don’t know where to begin? The University Writing Center’s Drop-In Drafting Lab can help! No appointments required — you can drop in during our open hours and: clarify assignment expectations develop a plan brainstorm ideas or just spend time writing!  Any and all writers are welcome! The Drafting Lab will be unavailable on the following …

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  • FreshU Kitchen Cooking Class - by RSVP only (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center: 111 (WHPS Classroom)

    Wellness and Health Promotion Services (WHPS) is proud to offer: FreshU Kitchen Cooking Class. Get hands-on experience in the kitchen and learn how to make delicious, healthy food! You get to eat what you make and take home the leftovers, too. Check out our schedule below. All classes take place under the WHPS office awning. This class is open to …

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  • Recharge to Charge On: Yoga for Faculty and Staff (Recurring Event)

    John C Hitt Library: 223

    Relax and unwind with UCF faculty and staff during a free afternoon yoga session hosted by the Wellness Research Center from 12-1 p.m. in the John C. Hitt Library, Room 223. The session will be led by Beth Stone, a Yoga Alliance certified instructor. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat or beach towel. 

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  • Student's Guide to Navigating Intellectual Property: Patent Process and Campus Resources

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    This TedTalk style virtual panel will go over all the essentials that you need to know as a student navigating intellectual property. Whether you're doing research or an independent project, learn about the process and resources available on campus from our experts and students who have been through it.

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  • UCF Optics & Photonics Fall Career Fair

    Career Services and Experiential Learning

    Optics and Photonics Career Fair hosted by CREOL AR/VR, AI, space exploration, BioMed, Quantum, Smart Mobility & Electrification, Hyperscale Datacenters, Free Space Communications, Hypersonics & Directed Energy — what do these major technological advancements have in common? The critical enabler is the optics and photonics industry! Secure an internship or job offer in one of the fastest-growing and highest-paying global …

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  • Napercise (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center: Group Exercise Studio 1

    The best way for muscle recovery, building up your immune system, and retention of information is a power nap! Join us for a safe, clean, supervised rest (30 minutes after setting up), and feel invigorated to power through the rest of your day.

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  • Maximizing Your Internship Experience (Recurring Event)

    CSEL 121 and Virtual

    Now that you’ve landed the internship, what's next? Learn how to make the most of your experience through building relationships and best practices on the job for future opportunities. To Join Zoom Meeting: 1. Click the zoom link: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/98307901929 2. Select 'Sign in to Join' 3. Select 'Sign in with SSO' 4. Enter 'UCF' for the domain 5. Sign in …

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  • Coping with Social Anxiety

    Virtual

    This workshop will aim to increase participants understanding of social anxiety. Participants will learn symptoms of social anxiety, how social anxiety may present, and healthy strategies to cope with social anxiety. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services Well-Being Online Workshop  (WOW) series. Learn more about CAPS and other workshops.

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  • Film Screening: Olha pra Elas (Look at Them)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 358B

    Join us for the screening of award-winning documentary Olha pra Elas that delves into the harsh realities faced by women living in jail in Brazil. This screening will also offer the opportunity to meet the film's director for a discussion after the film. The Latin American, Caribbean, and Latinx Studies program, in collaboration with the Modern Languages and Literatures department, is delighted to present …

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  • Optimizing and Accelerating your MATLAB Code

    Virtual

    In this session, we will demonstrate simple ways to improve and optimize your code that can boost execution speed by orders of magnitude. We will also address common pitfalls in writing MATLAB code, explore the use of the MATLAB Profiler to find bottlenecks, and introduce the use of Parallel Computing Toolbox and MATLAB Parallel Server to solve computationally and data-intensive …

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  • "Transfer To Be A Knight" Information Session (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Transferring to UCF starts with preparation. The Transfer to Be a Knight presentation is offered to help make your transition as smooth as possible. Please join us for a virtual information session filled with advice and support on all things related to transfer students: admissions, application, requirements, credit reviews and more.  This virtual session is hosted by the Office of …

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  • The Evolution of Digital Twins, M&S, and the Metaverse

    Partnership 3 Building: 233

    Join us for the first talk in the new SMST Digital Twin Seminar Series. Dr. Grieves will describe the Digital Twin model’s concept, history, types, and informational value. He will also discuss the role modeling and simulation play in this technological age, his view of the evolution of Digital Twins, and how digital twins will integrate into Metaverse platforms. About …

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  • Tertulia en Español

    Virtual

    La Asociación de Estudiantes Graduados en Español (SAGA), junto con el programa de Maestría en Español, Latin American, Caribbean and Latinx Studies y Tertulia 4 Gatos te invitan a celebrar la herencia hispana.  The Association of Graduate Students in Spanish (SAGA), together with the Master's program in Spanish, Latin American, Caribbean and Latinx Studies and Tertulia 4 Gatos invite you …

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  • UCF Women's Soccer vs. Texas Tech (Senior Knight)

    UCF Soccer and Track Complex

    The UCF women's soccer team continues Big 12 Conference action when it hosts Texas Tech in its final regular season home match on Oct. 12 at 6 p.m. For more information, visit ucfknights.com.

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  • Freshley with Wesley at UCF (Recurring Event)

    Wesley at UCF: (Previously Limbitless Solutions

    Join us as we will be having a small group for first-year students looking for a safe and inclusive place to discuss faith. Modality / Location: In-person, on-location. Starts at 6:30 p.m.

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  • Theatre UCF Presents "The Prom" (Recurring Event)

    Theatre UCF: Main Stage: TH 6

    Music by Matthew Sklar, lyrics by Chad Beguelin, book by Bob Martin and Beguelin, and directed by John Gardiner. Trouble is brewing in small-town Indiana, when one high schooler wants to bring her girlfriend to the prom, against the rules of the PTA. Four struggling Broadway stars band together to help small-town Indiana high schooler, Emma Nolan. Through the power …

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  • Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Band Concert

    Student Union: Pegasus Ballroom

    Free admission, no ticket required.  The UCF Wind Ensemble is comprised of approximately 50 of the finest wind and percussion students at the University of Central Florida. Performing literature of the highest caliber, the Wind Ensemble presents two to three concerts per semester at local, regional, and national venues.  The UCF Symphonic Band is an auditioned ensemble that performs a …

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