Tuesday, March 05, 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
  • Materiel: Sculptures and Works on Paper

    Addition Financial Arena: Veterans Academic Resource Center

    Materiel: Sculptures and Works on Paperby: Kevin Haran, Associate Professor, UCF School of Visual Arts & DesignExhibition Dates: March 1-31, 2019 Location: Veterans Academic Resource Center (VARC)Open Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.This exhibition consists of three-dimensional cardboard constructions of military hardware and mixed media works on paper inspired by family members who served in the armed services. Presented …

    Fall
  • Rosen College Leadership Development Series - Drury Hotels

    Rosen College of Hospitality Management

    Theme: MIT and Careers 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 II 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 welcome to attend, …

    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
  • Storm Spotters- Safe Knight Week 2019

    EOC Building 49

    This class provides a comprehensive overview about the fundamentals of severe weather spotting. Storms Spotters offers an introductory look into at severe thunderstorms, the hazardous weather that’s produced, and some visual clues available to determine a storm’s severity. With this training, individuals become a valuable part of the severe weather warning system.

    Fall
  • EXCHANGE: David LaGassa, SVP of Consumer Insights with Diamond Resorts

    The Exchange: BA1 Rm 148

    Register on COBA Pass https://coba.it.ucf.edu/pass/login?ReturnUrl=%2fpass

    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
  • Fayeza Hasanet -- Reading from The Bird Catcher and Other Stories

    Classroom Building 1: Room 308

    Fayeza Hasanat, a Bangladeshi-American writer, is a literary scholar who specializes in gender studies, translation studies, and literature of the British Empire and the South Asian diaspora. She teaches in the English Department at UCF. Set in Bangladesh and the United States, the stories in The Bird Catcher address gender expectations, familial love, and questions of identity and belonging. The …

    Fall
  • ABCs of Diversity (Recurring Event)

    Barbara Ying Center: 140

    Course number: DIV008 Monday, January 14, 1:00pm-4:00pm Facilitator: Rachel Luce-Hitt Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Tuesday, March 5, 1:00pm-4:00pm Facilitator: Rachel Luce-Hitt Location: Barbara Ying Center, Room 140 Human diversity impacts each of us on a daily basis. Gaining an understanding of differences and similarities is essential for effective functioning in today’s work environment. This workshop focuses on how …

    Fall
  • Free Rapid HIV Testing Event- Safe Knight Week 2019

    Wellness & Health Promotion Services Office: RWC 111

    Wellness and Health Promotion Services (WHPS) is proud to offer: FREE Rapid HIV Testing Event Do you know your status? Stop by during our Free Rapid HIV Testing event this Wednesday from 10am-2pm to get tested. No appointments necessary – walk-ins welcome. Take charge of your sexual wellness by taking an HIV test and get your results in 15 minutes. …

    Fall
  • Getting to Know Faculty & Networking

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: 201

    Start preparing for graduate school by creating lasting relationships with your faculty. Learn tricks and tips from Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) about getting to know your faculty and creating a network you can build upon. Never attended an AAP workshop before? This workshop is in our “Exploring” stage, which means it is perfect to start your journey for graduate school …

    Fall
  • Major in Happiness (Recurring Event)

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    This workshop will discuss how your values, interests, personality, and skills intersect for a career that works for you.

    Fall
  • Peace Film Series: Dolores

    UCF Connect Valencia West: Bldg 11, Room 107

    Course Number: DIV390 Tuesday, March 5 from 3:00pm-6:00pm Facilitator: Barbara Thompson Location: UCF Valencia West, Building 11, Room 107 Dolores Huerta is among the most important, yet least known, activists in American history. An equal partner in co-founding the first farm workers unions with Cesar Chavez, her enormous contributions have gone largely unrecognized. Dolores tirelessly led the fight for racial …

    Fall
  • Transfer Advocate Certificate Series (Recurring Event)

    Business Administration I: 107

    Note: You must attend session 1-3 to become a Transfer Student Advocate Session 1 Course number: DIV393 Tuesday, January 29 from 3:00pm-4:30pm Facilitator: Transfer and Transition Services Location: TBD Wednesday, February 6 from 3:00pm-4:30pm Facilitator: Transfer and Transition Services Location: TBD Session 1 will introduce participants to the transfer student population and discuss what makes them diverse. Attendees will also …

    Fall
  • Optimizing Your Online Presence (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center: Trevor Colbourn Hall: 213

    Join us to learn more about evaluating research impacts and managing your online research profile. Part 1: Citation Metrics & Measuring Impact Citation metrics provide quantitative data used to evaluate the impact of a scholar’s research. Several methods and tools exist to assist scholars with obtaining information about citation counts and impact data, such as ISI Web of Science, Google …

    Fall
  • MA in English/Technical Communications Info Session

    Graduate Student Center: Trevor Colbourn Hall: 213

    The UCF M.A. program in English/Technical is an online program that provides students with preparation for careers as technical communicators working for a diverse range of corporations and nonprofit organizations. Graduates of the program are extremely successful finding jobs in the field and have been hired by major corporations including Intel, Amazon, Google, Lockheed Martin, Harris Corporation, Siemens Corporation, and …

    Fall
  • EXCHANGE: Fairwinds Credit Union Summer Ambassador Program Info Session

    The Exchange: BA1 Rm 148

    Register on COBA Pass https://coba.it.ucf.edu/pass/login?ReturnUrl=%2fpass

    Fall
  • FTCE Mathematics Workshop 5

    Teaching Academy: 201

    Competency 3: Algebraic Thinking Laws/Operations with Polynomials/Solving Equations & Inequalities/Word Problems/Algebraic Sentences NO Registration, Fee or RSVP Required. Focused on helping current and future educators conquer the GKT. Visitor Parking via kiosk www.parking.ucf.edu/permits/visitor-permits

    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
  • Info Session for MFA Theatre - Themed Experience Track

    Graduate Student Center: Trevor Colbourn Hall: 213

    Join UCF School of Performing Arts professor Peter Weishar in-person or via webinar for an informational discussion about UCF's new Themed Experience track in the Theatre MFA program, which begins Fall 2019. Topics during this session include defining themed experience, background on Peter Weishar, track curriculum and application information. A short presentation about the program will be followed by a …

    Fall