Thursday, February 28, 2019

  • Spring Reading Clinic for K-6 Students

    UCF: TBD

    Would your child benefit from more one-to-one and small group instruction in reading and writing? This spring, the College of Community Innovation and Education is offering a reading clinic for K-6 students on UCF's main campus. Your child will be paired with an undergraduate education student for individualized support in developing their reading, writing, and thinking abilities. In our final …

    Fall
  • Biggest Winner

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    The Biggest Winner challenge is a 6 week program 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. Benefits of participating include but are …

    Fall
  • Group Swim Lessons Sign ups

    Recreation and Wellness Center: Lap Pool

    Group swim lessons are FREE to anyone with an RWC membership. Sign up for the Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced Lessons on the RWC website or in the RWC Administration Office. Every lesson is taught by American Red Cross Water Safety Instructors. Lessons start the week of March 18th and end by April 18th. Beginner is offered: Mondays and Wendesdays 4 …

    Fall
  • Lifeguard Certification Class Registration Opens

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Registration Opens: Monday February 11th in the RWC Administration Office. Registration Closes: March 8th at 5:00pm Class dates: Friday March 22nd 5:00pm – 10:00pm Saturday March 23rd 9:00am – 5:00pm Sunday March 24th 9:00am – 5:00pm Prerequisite Swim Test: 300 yard swim, 2 minute tread, and 1 min 40 sec brick retrieval Cost: $75, students must take the prerequisite swim …

    Fall
  • Spring Math Clinic for K-5 Students

    Teaching Academy

    Would your child benefit from more one-to-one and small group instruction in mathematics? Would you like more specific information about your child’s mathematics performance and at-home suggestions? Your child will be paired with an undergraduate education student for individualized support in developing their mathematics and thinking abilities. Our clinic meets Wednesdays, with the exception of March 13, 20 and April …

    Fall
  • ROI 5-Day Certification Workshop

    Innovative Center: UCF Continuing Education (room 700)

    What is ROI Certification®?This program has been approved for 37.5 (HR General) Recertification Credit Hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification through the HR Certification Institute (HRCI). ROI Certification® is a globallyrenowned process focused on measuring the true value of tough-to-measure initiatives using the ROI Methodology®. Participating in ROI Certification® is the most comprehensive way to gain the skills needed …

    Fall
  • Rosen College Leadership Development Series - Florida Abolitionist

    Rosen College of Hospitality Management

    Theme: Human Trafficking in the Hospitality Industry Rosen College will host a resume workshop session. This event is part of the Rosen College Professional Internship Leadership Workshop Series, and it counts towards Internship III requirements. Professional attire is required. The workshop starts promptly at 8:00 AM. No late arrivals are allowed in the auditorium. All students, Faculty and Staff are …

    Fall
  • Community Flood Risk Management Workshop

    Live Oak Event Center: 4115 Pyxis Lane, Orlando, FL 32816

    This National Science Foundation (NSF)-sponsored workshop will bring researchers, practitioners, and students together to discuss the challenges associated with mitigating flood hazards, current developments in the field of community flood risk management, and ideas on how to improve communities’ resilience to future flood disasters. For more information and to reserve your seat, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/community-flood-risk-management-workshop-tickets-53810806571. Panelists include: Abdul-Akeem Sadiq, PhD …

    Fall
  • InterWorldview Respect and Inclusion (Recurring Event)

    Barbara Ying Center: 140

    Course number: DIV224 Thursday, February 28 from 9:00am-12:00pm Facilitator: Tee Rogers Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Saturday, March 2 from 9:00am-12:00pm Facilitator: Tee Rogers Location: Millican Hall, Room 384 As faith and non-faith diversity increases, incidents of related discrimination, bullying, marginalization, and other challenges continue to rise. Through interactive discussions and games we explore faith and non-faith diversity and …

    Fall
  • Diversity Workshop: InterWorldview Respect and Inclusion (Recurring Event)

    Thompson Training Room: Barbara Ying Center

    Formerly called Secular and Religious Minority Awareness. Employees sign up through MyUCF, Employee Self Service, Training, DIV224. Students and community members email Diverse@ucf.edu to register. As faith and non-faith diversity increases, incidents of related discrimination, bullying, marginalization, and other challenges continue to rise. Through interactive discussions and games we explore faith and non-faith diversity and the experiences of those facing …

    Fall
  • iACE Peer to Peer Mentoring: Drop-In Hours (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: 205A

    It's time to connect what's now to what's next. iACE is your resource to learn about research, study abroad, intersnhsip, and graduate school preparation. https://dtl.ucf.edu/iace/ Prefer to schedule an appointment with a peer mentor? Schedule one here: https://calendly.com/iacepeeradvising

    Fall
  • SVAD Annual M.F.A. Exhibition (Recurring Event)

    UCF Art Gallery

    The 2019 Annual M.F.A. Exhibition is a group exhibition showcasing the thesis work of Master of Fine Arts candidates in the UCF School of Visual Arts and Design. More Information Exhibition Dates: Feb. 28-March 22Opening Reception: Thursday, Feb. 28 from 7-8 p.m.

    Fall
  • Clinton Global Initiative University Showcase

    Student Union: 220 (Sand Key)

    Building on the successful model of the Clinton Global Initiative, President Clinton launched the Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U) in 2007 to engage the next generation of leaders on college campuses around the world. Each year, CGI U hosts a meeting where students, university representatives, topic experts, and celebrities come together to discuss and develop innovative solutions to pressing …

    Fall
  • Networking Strategies- WEBINAR

    Online

    Network successfully in a highly competitive job market. ONLINE ONLY Please register for the webinar here: http://www.anymeeting.com/PIID=ED57D88784463C

    Fall
  • B.L.A.C.K. Institute (Building Leaders And Connecting Knights) by Counseling and Psychological Services

    Cypress Room

    The Building Leaders And Connecting Knights (B.L.A.C.K.) Institute is a culturally specific leadership development program for the Black student population at UCF. Attendees of the B.L.A.C.K. Institute will engage in small group discussions, panel led dialogues and other experiential activities; as well as have opportunities to meet with UCF leadership, faculty and staff that reflect their cultural identity. Participants of …

    Fall
  • Escalation (Recurring Event)

    LEAD Lounge: Ferrell Commons 7E Ste 165

    This One Love film-based discussion opens people's eyes to the warning signs of relationship abuse. The workshop consists of a film, titled Escalation, followed by a guided discussion led by a trained facilitator.

    Fall
  • Escalation (Recurring Event)

    LEAD Lounge: Ferrell Commons 7E Ste 165

    This One Love film-based discussion opens people's eyes to the warning signs of relationship abuse. The workshop consists of a film, titled Escalation, followed by a guided discussion led by a trained facilitator.

    Fall
  • Atheism and Humanism: Living Without God (Recurring Event)

    Barbara Ying Center: 140

    Course number: DIV353 Thursday, February 28 from 1:30pm-3:00pm Facilitator: Tee Rogers Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Saturday, March 2 from 1:00pm-2:30pm Facilitator: Tee Rogers Location: Millican Hall, Room 384 This is an InterWorldview advanced workshop focusing specifically on Atheism. We define Atheism, Humanism, and other non-faith identities and explore the values and inner-life of non-religious individuals. We learn about …

    Fall
  • Diversity Workshop: Atheism and Humanism: Living Without God (Recurring Event)

    Thompson Training Room: Barbara Ying Center

    Employees sign up through MyUCF, Employee Self Service, Training, DIV353. Students and community members email Diverse@ucf.edu to register. This is an InterWorldview discussion focusing specifically on Atheistic identities. We define Atheism, Humanism, and other non-faith identities and explore the values and inner-life of non-religious individuals. We learn about the specific challenges non-religious people face and consider ways to build bridges …

    Fall
  • Bra Decorating Workshop for Breast Cancer Awareness

    John C. Hitt Library: 223

    WGST is hosting a "Women's Health Panel" on February 28th from 1:30pm-2:45pm in BHC 128. The panel features Shannon Carter, Associate Professor of Sociology, Beatriz Reyes-Foster, Associate Professor of Anthropology, and Estefany Londono, Sociology Graduate Student, to discuss milk sharing, reproductive rights and reproductive justice. The "Women's Health Panel" is followed by a "Bra Decorating Workshop" for breast cancer awareness …

    Fall
  • Tower Garden Workshop (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center: 111 (WHPS Classroom)

    Wellness and Health Promotion Services (WHPS) is proud to offer:Tower Garden WorkshopJoin us to learn life skills associated with growing your own food and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Today we will be harvesting and you will get to take home some free, fresh, organic produce! Workshops are held at the tower gardens on the 1st floor of the Student Union …

    Fall
  • Eminent Scholars Lecture Series: Towards a broader theory of performance management - fits, starts, and paths forward

    HPA II: 247

    The Center for Public and Nonprofit Management (CPNM) invites you to the spring semester Eminent Scholar Lecture: Towards a broader theory of performance management - fits, starts, and paths forward, by Gary R. VanLandingham, Ph.D. Public Administration long sought an integrated theory of public management, and has seen a wide range of reform initiatives come and largely go over the …

    Fall
  • Yoga Nidra Meditation with hammocks (Recurring Event)

    RWC @ Knights Plaza

    Yoga Nidra is an ancient meditation practice from India. Though the literal translation of Nidra is “sleep” it also means “a changing state of consciousness” which is brought about as you connect with your mind and body. This meditation practice uses aerial hammocks to aid the body in feeling relaxed and comfortable, yoga mats are also available for a stationary …

    Fall
  • BATE-PAPO: Portuguese Club Chat (Recurring Event)

    TCH: 211

    Join us for a chat in Portuguese! We meet every Thursday from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm, in Trevor Colbourn Hall room 211. Come speak Portuguese with us and improve your proficiency. There will also be a film shown on the following dates: Thursday, January 15Thursday, February 7Thursday, March 7

    Fall
  • UCF Entrepreneurship Open House

    UCF Executive Development Center

    Join the UCF EDC for networking and and overview of the new Master's in Entrepreneurship.Network with members of Orlando's entrepreneurial community, enjoy lite fare and beverages followed by an introduction to the PMSM Entrepreneurship track, as well as meet members of the faculty and admission team. Register at www.ucfventure0228.eventbrite.com

    Fall