Tuesday, April 02, 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
  • 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
  • Flights of Fancy: Joy Postle’s Birds

    John C. Hitt Library: main floor

    Artist, Poet and Entertainer Joy Postle was one of Florida's pioneering Naturalists, but perhaps is best known for her entertaining and educational stage shows titled "Glamor Birds" in which she would paint Florida's birds while sharing bird songs, music and poetry. This exhibit highlights some of her bird painting and poetry.

    Fall
  • Flickering Landscapes Conference - The Image of Migration: Landscapes and People (Recurring Event)

    Center for Emerging Media

    Flickering Landscapes Conference - The Image of Migration: Landscapes and People March 28-30, 2019 The Gallery at Center for Emerging Media: 500 Bentley St, Orlando, FL 32801 The public is invited to attend this conference and all events associated with it free of charge. The conference brings together scholars and filmmakers to address how moving images depict the relationship between …

    Fall
  • Equal Pay Day 2019: How to Close the Gender and Racial Wage Gap in Florida

    Student Union: Garden Key Meeting Room (Room 221)

    Course number: DIV415 Tuesday, April 2 from 10:00am-11:30am Facilitator: Sarah David Heydemann Location: Student Union, Garden Key, Room 221 What contributes to the gender and racial wage gap? Across the state and country, women are being shortchanged by discriminatory workplace policies and practices. Overall, women in Florida make 87 cents for every dollar paid to men. That’s 7 cents higher …

    Fall
  • How to: Publish Your Undergraduate Research

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: 201

    Presented by the The Regasus Review: UCF Undergraduate Research Journal, this workshop will review the basic strategies to synthesize your undergraduate research for publication. Students who are already involved with a research project will benefit the most from this workshop. No RSVP required. All workshops are first come, first serve unless otherwise noted. Questions? Feel free to contact the URJ …

    Fall
  • Getting to Know Europe: Europe on the Road

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316AB)

    Getting to Know Europe: Europe on the Road Ecological Degradation and Resilience: The Role of Interconnected Ecological Regimes/Regime Shifts Tuesday, April 2, 2019 10:30 a.m.—12:00 p.m. UCF Student Union, Cape Florida Ballroom AB Reception to follow Dr. Juan Rocha Dr. Juan Rocha is a researcher at the Stockholm Resilience Center, a world-leading science center for addressing the complex challenges facing …

    Fall
  • Presentation Skills Webinar

    Online

    Does the idea of giving a presentation scare you? I have good news and bad news. Bad news – presentations are unavoidable in your courses and in your future career path. Good news – presentation skills are something you can easily improve! This workshop will provide some tips, tricks, and ideas for how to become a better presenter. Join us …

    Fall
  • Job Search Strategies (Recurring Event)

    Career Services and Experiential Learning: 121

    Come to this WORKING meeting to learn how to effectively identify employment opportunities to get the job you want! You will not only learn best strategies, but you will be applying it all at the same time with the help of a career coach. It is highly encouraged to bring a laptop, limited loaner laptops will be available however. Walk …

    Fall
  • Central Florida Hospitality and Lodging Association Meet & Greet - Hilton Orlando

    Rosen College of Hospitality Management: CFHLA Student Lounge (Room 202)

    The CFHLA Meet & Greet is a weekly networking event that allows UCF students to speak and interact with some of the most influential companies and professionals in the Central Florida Lodging Industry. The event takes places at the CFHLA Student Lounge at Rosen College of Hospitality Management, second floor.

    Fall
  • Tamar Yishay Honors Thesis Presentation

    The Burnett Honors College: BHC 130

    Come join the Office of Honors Research in supporting one of your Honors Undergraduate Thesis peers. Lunch or heavy hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be provided! Bring your classmates!

    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
  • How to Highlight Your Research: Building your First CV - Online Webinar

    Online

    Join Career Services for an interactive workshop to learn about turning your traditional resume into a C.V. (curriculum vitae). We will cover what the differences between these formats are, what types of things to include and exclude, and formatting basics. To register for this webinar, please see http://www.anymeeting.com/PIID=ED58DC86824C30

    Fall
  • Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Opening Ceremony

    Live Oak Ballroom/Magnolia Room

    A kickoff event discussing the events that will occur throughout Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. Students and faculty are encouraged to come and participate and learn about other cultures and events coming up. Snacks will be provided.

    Fall
  • How To: Communicate your Research

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: 201

    Learn how to communicate your research project to a variety of audiences. This workshop is ideal for those presenting their research at the Graduate Research Forum, Showcase of Undergraduate Research Excellence, or other conferences. Facilitator: Dr. Tim Brown, Professor (Nicholson School) No RSVP required.

    Fall
  • Communicating Your Research

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: 201

    Learn how to communicate your research project to a variety of audiences. This workshop is ideal for those presenting their research at the Graduate Research Forum, Showcase of Undergraduate Research Excellence, or other conferences. Facilitator: Dr. Tim Brown, Professor (Nicholson School) No RSVP required.

    Fall
  • National Security in the 21st Century

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316)

    Securing the Homeland in the Land Domain Part of the "National Security in the 21st Century Speaker Series" Co-sponsored by the Office of Global Perspectives Date: April 2 Time: 1:30 PM - 3 PM Student Union Cape Florida Ballroom A/B Lieutenant General (LTG) Jeffrey S. Buchanan LTG Buchanan’s comments will cover the history of the creation of USNORTHCOM and ARNORTH, …

    Fall
  • First Time Home Buyers Education - RET35

    UCF Human Resources - Innovative Center: Training Room

    Thinking of buying a home? This workshop will introduce you to the home buying process and explain what is required to maintain the home. Presented by Debt Management Credit Counseling (DMCC). Registration information can be found here: https://hr.ucf.edu/financial-wellness-series. For questions please contact benefits@ucf.edu. The annual UCF Financial Wellness Series will be held from April 1 through April 30, 2019.

    Fall
  • Intellectual Property: The Intersection of Research and Commercialization

    Graduate Student Center: Trevor Colbourn Hall: 213

    An examination of the role that Intellectual Property plays in graduate and undergraduate research programs. The positive impact of intellectual property on research has been studied for the last 20 years, since the successful implementation of the Bayh-Dole Act. Learn how this important piece of legislation has changed the face of academia and research, how students and faculty are benefiting …

    Fall
  • Legislative Education & Advocacy Day

    Tallahassee, FL

    LEAD Day! Make your voice heard to your elected officials! Stand up & speak out on important issues facing the social work profession in today's legislative arena. New professionals and seasoned professionals are invited to participate in this important event event! April 2, 2019 - 505 W. Pensacola St, Tallahassee, FL 32301 Training/Dinner: 4:30 p.m - 7:00 p.m. April 3, …

    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
  • Heartfulness Meditation - Exploring the Untapped Potential (Recurring Event)

    student Union 223: Room 223 (Cedar Key)

    Looking for a way of self-improvement? How to simplify your thoughts, letting go of stress? How do one make wiser choice? How can one develop confidence and balance from within? Come join us for our first practical session of the semester to learn how Heartfulness Meditation can help achieve it. - Invite your friends.

    Fall
  • Wesley Worship Service and Free Dinner (Recurring Event)

    University Carillon United Methodist Church: 1395 Campus View Ct. Oviedo, FL 32765

    Wesley is a place where real friendships are born, leaders are developed, and our love for Christ and one another inspires action in our community. We meet every Tuesday night (and there's free dinner). We also have small groups throughout the week. Everyone is welcome! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

    Fall
  • Wesley Worship Service and Free Dinner (Recurring Event)

    University Carillon United Methodist Church: 1395 Campus View Ct. Oviedo, FL 32765

    Wesley is a place where real friendships are born, leaders are developed, and our love for Christ and one another inspires action in our community. We meet every Tuesday night (and there's free dinner). We also have small groups throughout the week. Everyone is welcome! Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

    Fall