Thursday, March 01, 2018

  • Biggest Winner

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    The Biggest Winner challenge is a 12 week program (with a one week try out) designed to help students improve exercise and nutrition habits in order to improve total wellness, along with reducing the risk of chronic disease. Students will receive assistance and guidance from certified trainers to help implement healthy behavioral changes that will increase their quality of life. …

    Fall
  • UCF Creed Art Contest- Now in it's 5th year!

    Ferrell Commons

    The University of Central Florida presents the 2018 Creed Art Contest: A call for UCF student artists for a chance to win an Apple iPad! Students are encouraged to submit original 2-D or 3-D pieces of artwork that represent the UCF Creed Values of Integrity, Scholarship, Community, Creativity or Excellence. This year's theme: UCF Creed: Make it Shine! Eligibility: Students …

    Fall
  • Diversity Certificate Series: Module 4 (Recurring Event)

    Barbara Ying Center: 140

    Must attend all four modules to receive completion certificate. Module 1 Thursday, January 25 from 9:00am-11:00am Facilitator: Rachel Luce-Hitt Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Monday, February 19 from 2:30pm-4:30pm Facilitator: Rachel Luce-Hitt Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Module 2 Thursday, February 1 from 9:00am-11:00am Facilitator: Rachel Luce-Hitt Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Monday, February 26 from 2:30pm-4:30pm …

    Fall
  • UCF Admissions Application Process Workshop (Recurring Event)

    UCF Valencia East: Bldg. 2, Room 305A

    These workshops are designed to assist students through the UCF Admissions Application and collection of supporting documents process. Pre register at http://tinyurl.com/UCFValenciaWorkShops

    Fall
  • Wellness Coaching (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center: 111 (WHPS Classroom)

    Connect with a Wellness Coach to achieve your personal well-being goals and learn how to apply for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). SNAP coaching is available at Wellness and Health Promotion Services every Thursday from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

    Fall
  • Thursday Startup Resources in the Blackstone LaunchPad w/ I-Corps (Recurring Event)

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    Join us in the Blackstone LaunchPad every other Thursday in the Blackstone LaunchPad as we learn about valuable resources on campus and in the community that can help current and aspiring entrepreneurs on their startup journey. From competition prep to coworking spaces and even patent searches, Thursdays in the Blackstone LaunchPad are all about learning a skill and/or mindset to …

    Fall
  • Pam Houston, Author

    HPA1: 116

    Pam Houston, author of Cowboys are My Weakness, Waltzing the Cat, A Little More About Me, Sight Hound, and most recently Contents May Have Shifted will be reading, answering questions, and signing her books on Thursday, March 1, at NOON in HPA1 Room 116 The appearance of Pam Houston is made possible by Atlantic Center for the Arts Master Artists …

    Fall
  • Professional MSM Business Analytics Lunch & Learn

    UCF Executive Development Center

    This information session will provide participants with an overview of UCF's Professional MSM Business Analytics Track. The presentation will include the UCF PMSM Business Analytics curriculum, program format, admission requirments and application process. We will also have faculty and alumni who will talk about their unique experience with their PMSM BA program. Admission staff will be available for Q&A. Boxed …

    Fall
  • Demystifying the GRE

    Student Union: 224

    Presented by a Kaplan instructor, this workshop will provide a brief overview of the components of the GRE and provide you with some insight and resources on this graduate school admissions test.

    Fall
  • Half the Sky: Part 1

    Barbara Ying Center: 140

    Must attend both Part 1 and Part 2 to receive completion certificate. Part 1 Course number: DIV266 Thursday, March 1 from 1:30pm-4:30pm Facilitators: Barbara Thompson and Rachel Luce-Hitt Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Part 2 Course number: DIV281 Thursday, March 29 from 1:30pm-4:30pm Facilitators: Barbara Thompson and Rachel Luce-Hitt Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Half the Sky: Turning …

    Fall
  • How To: Get Started In Undergraduate Research (Recurring Event)

    Student Union: Cedar Key Meeting Room (Room 223)

    Are you interested in learning more about research? Not sure where to start or how to navigate all the programs available? This workshop will discuss how to expand your academic experience through undergraduate research. No RSVP required. All workshops are first come, first serve unless otherwise noted. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ ucf.edu)

    Fall
  • Women in POLITICS

    Barbara Ying Center: BYC-101

    The Women's and Gender Studies program together with the Women's Executive Council of Central Florida present a panel on women and politics. Featuring UCFKnight Anna V. Eskamani and others. Discussion on best practices and resources for women thinking about running for government and leadership positions in general. Open to the public. FREE.

    Fall
  • "Using Social Media to Your Advantage" - TiPS Transfer Workshop

    Student Union: 220 (Sand Key)

    Join the TiPS Leaders (Transferring Into Professional Success) as they share with you the TiPS to making the most of your social media accounts and avoiding negative consequences. They will also delve into the best uses of Linkdin, Handshake, Facebook, and everything in between.

    Fall
  • Talk to Nursing Graduate Advisors at Online Chat (MSN, DNP, PhD, Certificates) (Recurring Event)

    Online

    Join the UCF College of Nursing graduate program advising team for an informative online chat session. Learn the differences between our online and hybrid programs and get your most pressing questions answered about our nationally ranked graduate program. Online program options: Nursing Leadership and Management (MSN), Nursing and Healthcare Simulation (MSN, certificate), Nurse Educator (MSN, certificate), Advanced Practice Nurse (DNP), …

    Fall
  • Transient Enrollment Workshop (Recurring Event)

    Teaching Academy: 301

    Planning to take courses back home during the summer? Learn about the process to enroll in courses at another institution and ensure the courses transfer back to UCF. We will cover both the online process for Florida public institutions and the paper process for private or out-of-state institutions. FTIC students are eligible to receive 1000 LINK points.

    Fall
  • Build Winning Resumes - COHPA

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 115

    Review the main functions and formatting of resumes and how to tailor your experiences. This workshop is part one of a preparation series for COHPA students to get ready for Public Service Career Showcase on March 28, 2018. Students majoring in public service, health services, and other related programs are encouraged to attend, though all majors are welcome. Not eligible …

    Fall
  • Opening Reception for The 2018 Annual MFA Exhibition

    UCF Art Gallery

    The 2018 Annual MFA Exhibition is a group exhibition showcasing the thesis work of Master of Fine Arts candidates. The work includes Forrest DeBlois’ paintings and drawings of Florida’s environment and animal inhabitants; Mark Gerstein’s haunting mosaics of video, photo collage, and sculpture; Ryan Michael Gleason’s melancholic hallway and a room within a room of enigmatic domestic images; Diane Parks’ …

    Fall
  • Evening MBA Information Session

    The Exchange: BA1 Rm 148

    This admissions event will provide detailed information about the UCF Evening MBA including the program curriculum, learning methods and outcomes, schedule, admission requirements and application process. Register: www.ucfmba0301.eventbrite.com

    Fall
  • UCF Men's Basketball vs. Wichita State

    Addition Financial Arena

    Come out and support your UCF Knight's Men's Basketball team! Find the full schedule here: http://ucfknights.com/schedule.aspx?path=mbball

    Fall
  • UCF Percussion Marimba Band Concert

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    UCF Percussion presents The Golden Age of Xylophone: The Music of Harry Breuer. Free and open to the public, no ticket required

    Fall
  • Boy Gets Girl (Recurring Event)

    Theatre

    Theresa Bedell is a successful reporter in New York who loves her work and the life she has made for herself. A relationship with a man would complete the picture and so she agrees to go on a blind date with a friend of a friend. Tony is attractive and funny, but Theresa isn’t sure, and after a second date …

    Fall
  • H2O: Meeting for the Dechurched, Unchurched, Spiritually Curious & Christian (Recurring Event)

    Student Union: 220

    Led by former Atheists, H2O College is a non-denominational group of Dechurched, Unchurched, & Spiritually Curious UCF students that hang out together weekly to explore their beliefs as well a place for Christians to find true community. Many that attend would classify themselves as "Unchurched" (meaning never attended any church) or "De-Churched" (those that have 'been burned' by the church …

    Fall