Upcoming Events

  • Florida Defense Science and Technology Symposium (FDSTS) 2024

    Fairwinds Alumni Center: Ballroom

    This 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 …

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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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  • Graduate & Professional School Fair

    Student Union: Pegasus Ballroom

    Are you thinking about seeking an advanced degree? The Academic Advancement Programs invites you to the Graduate and Professional School Fair, which opens the door to a world of advanced academic and professional opportunities. This event is designed to connect you with a diverse array of graduate and professional programs from across the nation that can help you take the next step …

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  • Parallel Computing with MATLAB: Part 2 of 2

    Virtual

    The 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 …

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  • Special Lecture: Tracing Historical Immigration through Language – the Case of Vietnamese

    Visual Arts Building: 111

    This special lecture is presented by Andrea Hoa Pham, Professor of Vietnamese and Linguistics, University of Florida. This is part of the Reaching for the Stars as a Global Citizen: An Intellectual Journey of Asia and the World lecture series. This lecture series provides a rare opportunity for students to learn first-hand from esteemed scholars one of the most important regions in …

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  • The Dawn of Latinx Creative Writing in Florida: Culture, Identity, and Community in Key West & Tampa

    Garden Key, Room 221, Student Union

    Thursday, October 17, 2024 2:00pm-4:00pm and 7:00pm-8:30pm Join us on a journey through Florida's early 20th century literary landscape that serves as a precursor of today’s Latinx writing. Exploring this foundational writing at a time when Hispanic and Latinx identities received less attention in the press and in scholarship is especially relevant today, with Florida's Hispanic or Latino population at 27.1%. Our focus …

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  • Study Abroad Walk-in Advising (Recurring Event)

    UCF Global

    Join us for a walk-in advising session led by two students who have study abroad experience! Get firsthand insights, tips, and advice on everything from choosing the right program to making the most of your time abroad. Whether you're just curious or ready to apply, this is the perfect opportunity to ask questions and get inspired by fellow students who've …

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  • Foundations of Track and Running (Recurring Event)

    Main RWC

    Learn the foundations of track and running through endurance, speed, and running mechanics drills! These weekly sessions will be progressive to elevate your track and running skills. These classes will be located at the RWC Indoor Track.

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  • UCF Women's Soccer vs. TCU

    UCF Soccer and Track Complex

    The UCF women's soccer team welcomes TCU at the UCF Soccer Complex. The match will air on ESPN+.  Get the most up-to-date information and follow the Knights on X and Instagram. 

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  • Guest Artist Recital: Burghard Tölke, violin

    UCF rehearsal Hall: 4000 Central Florida Blvd, Orlando

    Join us with Burghard Tölke performance featuring a dynamic performance showcasing their unique blend of artistic innovation and express storytelling through music.

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  • Deadline: Student Research Grant

    Virtual

    The Office of Undergraduate Research provides funding to undergraduate researchers to support their research and creative projects. On-Campus or Remote Research Costs: Funding for materials, equipment, etc. Individuals qualify for up to $750, and groups of undergraduate researchers qualify for up to $1,500. Off-Campus Research Costs: Funding to travel to conduct research or gather data (e.g., field work, archive trips, …

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  • CREOL COLLOQUIUM: Jannick Rolland, University of Rochester

    CREOL : 103 and Virtual

    Title: Shaping Tomorrow's World: The Fusion of X-Realities and Emerging Optical Technologies Abstract: In the 1960s, Ivan Sutherland's "Sword of Damocles" inspired generations to forge the future of X-Realities (XR), encompassing a diverse array of technologies and applications. In this talk, we will review historical milestones and peak at some particularly enticing emerging applications of XR. We will then delve into …

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  • Managing Anxiety (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    This 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.

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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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  • The 12th Annual Jerrell H. Shofner Lecture on Florida History & Culture: Seminoles and Miccosukees as First Floridians

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: TCH 351

    The 12th Annual Jerrell H. Shofner Lecture on Florida History & Culture: Seminoles and Miccosukees as First Floridians: An Indigenous History of the Yugnee-Fuskee will be presented by Andrew K. Frank will take place October 18th, 2024 on the UCF Main Campus. Andrew K. Frank is the Allen Morris Professor of History at Florida State University.  He is an ethnohistorian …

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  • UCF Men's Soccer vs. Old Dominion (Space Game)

    UCF Soccer and Track Complex

    The UCF men's soccer team hosts Old Dominion at the UCF Soccer Complex. The match will air on ESPN+.  Get the most up-to-date information and follow the Knights on X and Instagram.

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  • UCF Guest Artist: BlackBox Ensemble

    UCF rehearsal Hall: 4000 Central Florida Blvd, Orlando

    Performance featuring a dynamic performance showcasing their unique blend of artistic innovation and expressive storytelling through music. More Information: www.blackboxensemble.org

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  • Coming Out With Pride Parade

    Lake Eola Park

    Join LGBTQ+ Services as we march in the Orlando Pride Parade. Shirt and beads are provided.

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  • UCF Singing Knights: From Majesty to Hope!

    First United Methodist Church: Sanctuary

    Coronation, Contemplation, and Fantasy: Embark on a Musical Journey with the UCF Choirs! This electrifying concert features the grandeur of Handel's Coronation Anthems, the serene beauty of new Octavo selections, and the dramatic power of Beethoven's Choral Fantasy, featuring our esteemed faculty member, concert pianist Sun-A Park. Witness the majesty of Handel's celebratory anthems, fit for a king. Be transported …

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  • U Can Finish Run

    UCF Memory Mall

    U Can Finish: 2 mile and 5 mile To kick off UCF Homecoming Week, the Department of Health Sciences is partnering with Track Shack to bring back this UCF tradition!  Come out on October 20, 2024 to run, walk, cheer on friends, or volunteer at this UCF spirited event.   Register early to use the special UCF Discount Codes: UCF Students: …

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  • UCF Women's Soccer: Knightro's Birthday Party

    UCF Soccer and Track Complex

    The UCF women's soccer team welcomes Oklahoma State for Knightro's Birthday Party at the UCF Soccer Complex. The match will air on ESPN+.  Get the most up-to-date information and follow the Knights on X and Instagram.

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  • Project FOCUS Weekly Personalized Sessions Summer/Fall 2024 (Recurring Event)

    UCF Teaching Academy

    The Toni Jennings Exceptional Education Institute (TJEEI) invites you to join Project FOCUS, a series of 10 coaching sessions designed to enhance the academic performance of individuals experiencing school-related challenges such as organization, planning, and memory. Participants receive personalized assessments and in-person coaching sessions facilitated by trained coaches on UCF’s main campus. Coaching sessions are available during the summer and …

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