All humans experience anxiety in relationships; we’re wired for connection as a means of staying safe for survival. Attachment Theory was developed to help us better understand the behaviors we use to respond to that anxiety and to help us manage the stress and insecurity that comes with close relationships. This workshop will provide a broad overview of the different …
Anthropology Department CalendarHave you ever wondered how students successfully apply to and thrive in graduate and professional school while handling other responsibilities? This workshop allows you to get that information directly from the source. In this session, you will have the opportunity to ask questions and listen to a panel of graduate and professional students discuss their experiences. You’ll learn how they …
Anthropology Department CalendarData and statistics play an important role in conducting research, yet understanding how to find, analyze, and manage data can be complicated. If you are interested in developing data skills, this session on finding data sources will provide an overview of introductory information to aid you on your path to being a data expert.The workshop will introduce the basic concepts …
Anthropology Department CalendarFeeling overwhelmed with law school applications? Not sure where to start? Feel like something is missing from your application? Join Lucas Harty - Associate Director of Admissions from Harvard Law School to hear his expert advice, tips, and tricks. You will leave this workshop feeling more confident in your ability to stand out as a competitive law school applicant. Don't …
Anthropology Department CalendarGain insight into understanding ADHD symptoms and learn about managing symptoms including inattention and hyperactivity/impulsivity to improve daily functioning. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS and other workshops.
Anthropology Department CalendarDr. Peter Delfyett, Distinguished Pegasus Professor, UCF College of Optics & Photonics, will facilitate this session. This session will include drafting a competitive abstract and technical narrative with precise objectives and goals, describing the significance of the work, planning the methodology and data management plan sections, and expanding on impacts resulting from the proposed activities. Participation is only open for …
Anthropology Department CalendarJoin UCF Career Services and the Academic Advancement Programs for a focused workshop on crafting your resume and CV. We will cover best practices for content and format, as well as tips for tailoring your CV to specific industries or job opportunities. This lab will help you highlight your skills and experiences in a way that showcases your unique value …
Anthropology Department CalendarJoin Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) for a focused workshop on networking and connecting with representatives to prepare for the Graduate and Professional School Fair. Learn the fundamentals of professional networking, effective communication strategies, and how to research schools and programs in advance. Understand the long-term value of building relationships with admissions representatives. The session will also include a Q&A to …
Anthropology Department CalendarLearn how to get your needs met in relationships and sustain healthy relationships while also maintaining self-respect. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS and other workshops.
Anthropology Department CalendarThis event will take place at the UCF campus on October 17-18, 2024, and is co-organized by UCF and the USF. Faculty from all SUS universities will be in attendance. The aim is to bring together academic experts in Florida that are working in areas related to defense science and technology. The symposium is intended to benefit junior faculty or …
Anthropology Department CalendarThe first part of this workshop focuses on parallel computing with MATLAB on the desktop. The host introduces the concept of parallel computing and briefly covers optimizing code before diving into parallelism in MATLAB and common programming constructs such as parfor (including optimization and performance considerations), and parfeval. Next, scaling options are introduced with discussion about GPUs and clusters/clouds and …
Anthropology Department CalendarThis workshop will describe anxiety and how it presents, strategies for confronting anxious thoughts, and coping techniques to reduce physical symptoms of anxiety. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS and other workshops.
Anthropology Department CalendarHave you ever wondered what graduate or professional schools look for in a statement of purpose? Come join Dr. Don Brunson, Director of the Vivien Thomas Scholars Initiative at Johns Hopkins University, to learn how to shape your statement of purpose into a competitive statement. This workshop is designed to help you develop a clear and compelling statement of purpose. …
Anthropology Department CalendarDebopam Chakrabarti, Professor of Medicine, UCF College of Medicine, Molecular Microbiology Division Head, will facilitate this session. This session will include drafting a convincing specific aims page and research plan, highlighting the significance of the work, planning the methodology and data management plan sections, and expanding on impacts resulting from the proposed activities. Participation is only open for faculty researchers …
Anthropology Department CalendarCan you use any image you find online in your presentation? Do you need to get permission to use a chart or graphic for your thesis or dissertation? These are just a few of the questions that we will explore in this session focused on the ethical and legal use of copyrighted images, graphics, and other visual materials. Attendees will …
Anthropology Department CalendarJoin Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) for our Graduate and Professional School: Pop-In Session, where students at all stages—exploring, building, mastering, and applying—are welcome. Meet with AAP staff for personalized guidance, access valuable resources, and connect with peers for support and advice. Drop in anytime during the session for flexible, on-demand assistance to help you thrive in your journey to prepare …
Anthropology Department CalendarAdobe Photoshop is the industry standard in photo editing, and is an incredibly valuable asset to your professional toolkit. While feature-packed and versatile, it can be daunting for beginners. This 2-hour class demystifies the basics and sets you on the path to becoming a Photoshop wizard! As a UCF employee, you already have an active Photoshop license, providing the perfect …
Anthropology Department CalendarIn this workshop, we will discuss probabilistic programming in Python. We'll first go over the basics of and motivations behind probabilistic programming. After this brief review, we will learn how to use Python probabilistic programming libraries to build example statistical models and inference pipelines. Pre-requisites: Attendees should be familiar with Python and Bayesian data analysis. Presented by David Wright.
Anthropology Department CalendarThis workshop is targeted at a broad audience of researchers who want to learn how to be more efficient and effective in their data analysis and computing, whatever their career stage.The lesson is inspired by and based on the paper, Good Enough Practices in Scientific Computing (Wilson et al., 2017): “a set of good computing practices that every researcher can …
Anthropology Department CalendarLearn the basics of summer off-campus research experiences: What are they? Who can apply? Are these opportunities paid? When do applications open? This session is open to all undergraduates.
Anthropology Department CalendarJoin Michael Aldarondo-Jeffries from the University of Central Florida for "Financing Your Advanced Degree: Strategies for Graduate & Professional School Funding." This workshop will explore essential strategies for securing financial support for your graduate or professional studies, guiding you through various funding options including scholarships, grants, fellowships, and loans. Gain practical knowledge and tools to pursue your next step in …
Anthropology Department CalendarPrepping your law school application is a critical piece of applying to law school. In this session, join Michael Shakour (Associate Director of Admissions - Notre Dame Law School) and Meghan Kozal Riehm (Admissions Counselor - University of Minnesota Law School) as they tag-team to discuss the ins-and-outs of a law school application. Don’t miss this opportunity to navigate this …
Anthropology Department CalendarDr. Kristopher Davis, Associate Professor, UCF Department of Materials Science and Engineering, will facilitate the DOE session. Dr. Mary Little, Professor, UCF School of Teacher Education, will facilitate the DoED session. This session will include drafting a strong statement of work with precise objectives and goals, describing the significance of the work, planning the methodology and other important sections, and …
Anthropology Department CalendarDo you hear clicks, pops, and hums in your audio recordings? Is your background music too distracting? Learn how to use Adobe Audition with your Premiere projects to transform any audio recording into a professional and clear final product. Gain the skills to sync audio and video, remove common noises, mitigate wind interference, and enhance dialogue quality for various multimedia …
Anthropology Department CalendarAre you looking to elevate your application for graduate school? Join Dr. Denzil Streete, Senior Associate Dean and Director from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) to discover strategies for crafting impactful personal statements, highlighting your strengths, securing strong recommendations, navigating the application process with confidence, and preparing for your overall journey. This session offers personalized advice to strengthen your application and …
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