Wednesday, April 05, 2017

  • Triathlon Training

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    This 12 week program will run from January 31st through April 7th and will perpare participants for the Ron Jon Cocoa Beach Sprint Triathlon (swim 1/4 mile, bike 12.5 miles, run 3.1 miles). We will train on Tuesday and Friday mornings. There is a bike requirment for the race, but not for the training. Both new and veteran triathletes welcomed, …

    Fall
  • Diversity Certificate Series (Recurring Event)

    Barbara Ying Center: 140

    Must attend all four modules to receive completion certificate.Facilitator: Rachel Luce-HittThis four-module program is designed as an introductory overview series of workshops to provoke thought with respect to diversity in general, and more specifically, with respect to several important dimensions of diversity. Participants must attend all four modules to receive completion certificate.Dates Modules 1 and 2: Thursday, February 23 and …

    Fall
  • April is Financial Literacy Awareness Month!

    UCF Main Campus

    April is Financial Literacy Awareness Month! There are events happening throughout the month of April to assist students being financially well: - April 5, 2017 Salary Negotiation and Understanding Your Paycheck (2:00pm - 3:00pm in CSEL Room 121) - April 13, 2017 FUNNY MONEY featuring Colin Ryan (Doors open at 5:30pm, 6:30pm - 8:00pm Morgridge International Reading Center) - April …

    Fall
  • Blood Drive

    Veterans Commemorative Site

    Blood drives are one of the many ways our Knight family demonstrates its giving spirit. Come join us on the Big Red Bus! Knights Bleed Black & Gold! Visit http://BloodDrives-UCF.org for information for students, faculty, and staff regarding drives, events, volunteering, blood donor facts, advocacy, and UCF training and educational opportunities.Students, faculty, and staff interested in working with the Knights …

    Fall
  • Introduction to Government Contracting

    Florida SBDC at UCF

    This seminar provides an in-depth examination and clarification on the federal government contracting Process. Topics include the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), registration with the federal government at www.sam.gov, acquisition principles, definitions, ethics, contract clauses, procurement methods, contract types, and socioeconomic programs. Fee: $20 Register Now

    Fall
  • 2017 Financial Wellness Series: Upcoming 403(b) Plan Enhancements Overview (UCF Employees Only) (Recurring Event)

    UCF Human Resources - Innovative Center: Training Room

    Presented by: CAPTRUST Financial AdvisorsCAPTRUST Financial Advisors, the independent financial advisory firm that works on the UCF 403(b) retirement plan, will be conducting an onsite group meeting discussing the upcoming changes to the 403(b) plan. This session will include discussion of the new lower-cost investment options, the ability to make Roth contributions, and the managed accounts that will be available. …

    Fall
  • 2017 Financial Wellness Series: Upcoming 403(b) Plan Enhancements Overview (UCF Employees Only) (Recurring Event)

    UCF Human Resources - Innovative Center: Training Room

    Presented by: CAPTRUST Financial AdvisorsCAPTRUST Financial Advisors, the independent financial advisory firm that works on the UCF 403(b) retirement plan, will be conducting an onsite group meeting discussing the upcoming changes to the 403(b) plan. This session will include discussion of the new lower-cost investment options, the ability to make Roth contributions, and the managed accounts that will be available. …

    Fall
  • The Library: Your Research Partner for Finding and Organizing Your Literature

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316AB)

    Join us to find out about the ins and outs of library resources and services. Get a jump start on your research by learning how to locate books, articles, research guides, navigate the library's updated website, use interlibrary loans, reserve study rooms, connect with your subject librarian as well as many other services. You will also have the opportunity to …

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Siemens Lunch and Learn

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Learn about best business practices for students engaged in internships or first-time employment from Siemens representatives. Free Lunch! Students must RSVPs, via KnightLink, for all employer-led workshops, Lunch and Learns, and information sessions and arrive promptly by the start of the session. However, walk-ins will be accepted only if space is available.

    Fall
  • Minority Religions 101

    Teaching Academy: 117

    Facilitator: Dr. Ann Gleig and Dr. Jeanine Viau Imagine not being able to eat anything at the office holiday party because no one thought about your religious dietary restrictions, or worse, imagine having to hide your religious beliefs for fear of being ostracized, mistreated or even fired. The purpose of this workshop is to learn about and reflect on religious …

    Fall
  • Planning for Success in Graduate School

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316AB)

    Find out everything you wanted to know about graduate school, including identifying programs, admissions, and how to succeed once you're there. No RSVP needed.

    Fall
  • Social Media Etiquette

    Student Union: 220

    Reputation, perception, and image are three key factors college students must consider when engaging in social media outlets. Learn how to establish a character consisting of integrity, civility, and respect when participating in social media. Earn 1,000 LINK points for attending! This event is a part of the College Life Workshop Series hosted by Integrity & Ethical Development.

    Fall
  • Fairwinds Workshop: Salary Negotiation (Recurring Event)

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Presented by Fairwinds Credit Union. What is a Salary? Learn to evaluate the worth of the whole package, and know what's important to you. Students must RSVPs, via KnightLink, for all employer-led workshops, Lunch and Learns, and information sessions and arrive promptly by the start of the session. However, walk-ins will be accepted only if space is available.

    Fall
  • 2017 Financial Wellness Series: Upcoming 403(b) Plan Enhancements Overview (UCF Employees Only) (Recurring Event)

    UCF Human Resources - Innovative Center: Training Room

    Presented by: CAPTRUST Financial AdvisorsCAPTRUST Financial Advisors, the independent financial advisory firm that works on the UCF 403(b) retirement plan, will be conducting an onsite group meeting discussing the upcoming changes to the 403(b) plan. This session will include discussion of the new lower-cost investment options, the ability to make Roth contributions, and the managed accounts that will be available. …

    Fall
  • Founders' Day Honors Convocation

    Student Union: Pegasus Ballroom

    This annual convocation recognizes faculty members for outstanding teaching, advising, research, professional service, and librarianship. This includes recognition of UCF Reach for the Stars Award recipients, for their highly successful early-career research and creative activity, and Pegasus Professor Award recipients, for receiving UCF’s highest honor of excellence. Members of our faculty who have completed 20, 30, 40, and 45 years …

    Fall
  • From Stress to Success (Recurring Event)

    Counseling and Psychological Services: Group room

    Come learn about thoughts and feelings that lead to stress, and leave with effective coping skills.

    Fall
  • Smart Answers to Tough Questions: Advanced Interviewing (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Colbourn Hall, Suite 146

    Distinguish between what the employer is asking and what the employer really wants to know! Develop strategies that will help you answer tough behavior based questions. Students must register for all workshops through their myUCF Student Center under Graduate Students then Pathways to Success.

    Fall
  • Caribbean Students' Association General Body Meetings (Recurring Event)

    Global UCF: Room 101

    Learn more about the Caribbean Students' Association and our events we have coming up! Each meeting we will have a differnt theme that invloves countries in the Caribbean. Get involved!

    Fall
  • UCF Alumni: 13th Annual Healthcare Symposium

    UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center

    13th Annual State of Health Care Symposium Please join us on Wednesday, April 5, 2017 at the University of Central Florida FAIRWINDS Alumni Center for the 13th Annual State of Health Care Symposium, "TrumpCare: Anticipating Changes to Healthcare Policy in the New Administration." Join your colleagues in health care for an evening of discussion focused on the potential changes in …

    Fall
  • 13th Annual State of Health Care Symposium

    FAIRWINDS Alumni Center

    The College of Health and Public Affairs invites health care professionals and UCF students and alumni to the 13th Annual State of Health Care Symposium on April 5 at UCF's FAIRWINDS Alumni Center. This year's topic is "TrumpCare: Anticipating Changes to Health Care Policy in the New Administration." 5:30 p.m. – Networking and Hors d'Oeuvres 6:15 p.m. – ACHE Chapter …

    Fall
  • Lockheed Martin Info Session on College Work Experience Program

    Classroom Building II: 101

    Representatives will be available to advise viable students on the part-time job opportunities at Lockheed Martin through CWEP while still attending classes. Employees/Management will be willing to review resumes. Currently have openings for Engineering, Math and Physics majors Students must RSVPs, via KnightLink, for all employer-led workshops, Lunch and Learns, and information sessions and arrive promptly by the start of …

    Fall
  • UCF Baseball vs. Stetson

    John Euliano Park

    Come on out to support your Knights! Find the full schedule here: http://ucfknights.com/schedule.aspx?path=baseball

    Fall
  • "Knights Under The Stars" Observatory Open House (Recurring Event)

    Robinson Observatory

    UCF students, staff, faculty, and the public at large are all welcome to visit Robinson Observatory for telescopic views of the night sky. We will also give tours of our permanently-mounted 20-inch telescope. More info: http://planets.ucf.edu/observatory/openhouse .

    Fall
  • Shimmy Knights General Meeting (Recurring Event)

    Student Union

    We are very excited to announce that we will be holding our first meeting Wednesday, January 18th at 8:45pm in Student Union Room 218D. We hope to see you there!Our meetings will be held every Wednesday at 8:45pm in SU218D for the rest of the semester. Dues are $3 per meeting or you can pay $20 for the whole semester. …

    Fall