Monday, April 08, 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
  • NOVA: SVAD Biannual BFA Exhibition (Recurring Event)

    UCF Art Gallery

    NOVA: SVAD Biannual BFA Exhibition provides the opportunity for undergraduate students majoring in book arts, ceramics, drawing, experimental animation, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture to share their research and artistic practice. More Information Exhibition Dates: April 4-25Opening Reception: Thursday, April 4, 5-7pm Parking: Free parking is available in Garage F next to CFE Arena. $5 parking lot H-4 or …

    Fall
  • LEAD Scholars Social Change Showcase

    Student Union: Key West Ballroom (Room 218CD)

    Students completing an independent study in the U-LEAD Programs will be presenting their Social Change Research Projects that they have been working on all semester. This event is open to anyone who would like to attend and learn more about leadership in one of the four program areas: Civic Engagement, Global Leadership, Women's Leadership, and Multicultural Leadership.

    Fall
  • Give a Book, Take a Book

    John C. Hitt Library: main floor

    Patrons are invited to take a free book home to enjoy, or donate a book as part of our National Library Week celebration.

    Fall
  • Chromatin Modification and Noncoding RNAs in Gene Expression, Epigenetics, and Human Disease

    Research 1: Conf.Room 101

    NanoScience Technology Center NANOTECHNOLOGY SEMINAR SERIES Chromatin Modification and Noncoding RNAs in Gene Expression, Epigenetics, and Human Disease Subhrangsu Mandal, Ph.D. Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry University of Texas at Arlington Abstract: Human genome contains more than 3 billion base pairs of DNA, which are packaged in the form of chromatin. Human genome encodes about 20,000 protein-coding genes, which occupies …

    Fall
  • Social Security and Medicare - RET05

    UCF Human Resources - Innovative Center: Training Room

    Are you planning for retirement? Do you have questions about Social Security or Medicare? A Social Security representative will present information covering both Social Security and Medicare. Presented by the Social Security Administration. 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, …

    Fall
  • Biology Seminar _ Dr. Chris Smith

    Biological Sciences: 209

    “Putting the Organ(ism)s in the Superorganism-Evolution and Ecology of Ant Castes.” presented by Dr. Chris Smith

    Fall
  • Foro Lingüístico y cultural "Carnaval de Barranquilla"

    TCH: 358B

    Students, improve your Spanish communication skills and cultural awareness, and learn new information. Ms. Milagro Truyol, M.A. will present "Carnaval de Barranquilla: Obra maestra del patrimonio oral e intangible de la humanidad" (Carnival of Barranquilla: masterpiece of the oral and intangible heritage of humanity). We will share with the UCF community the importance of the diversity that this celebration encompasses. …

    Fall
  • Coffee Shop Talks Orientalism

    SJA Lounge: Student Union 207

    Join MSC, NOW, Sparks Magazine, and APAC as we have an open discussion on Orientalism.

    Fall
  • El Arte Puertorriqueño (The Art of Puerto Rico)

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: DeVos Family Room

    Learn about the art, artists and architecture of Puerto Rico and the island’s cultural and historical significance through presentations by a panel of speakers. This panel will showcase Puerto Rican art from the colonial period to contemporary art. Puerto Rico has a wealth of artistic enterprise that merits study. This panel will showcase Puerto Rican Art from the colonial period …

    Fall
  • Jones High School Museum Digital History Exhibit

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Della Phillips Grand Lobby

    The Jones High School Historical Society collaborated with the UCF Department of History to create an online exhibit featuring the history of Jones High School from the 1880s through 2018, the history of black education in Florida and Orlando from racially segregated schools through desegregation. Learn more about the event and reserve your tickets here. UCF Celebrates the Arts is …

    Fall
  • UCF Wind Ensemble & Symphonic Band Concert

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Walt Disney Theater

    FREE with UCF I.D. or if 18 & under if reserved by April 5 at 5 p.m.! Comprised of two 50+ student ensembles, the finest musicians at UCF come together in a big way for a special concert of the highest caliber. A powerful program of music that explores feelings of loss, remembrance, and honoring some of the marginalized communities …

    Fall
  • El Wiz: A Concert Reading

    Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts: Pugh Theater

    In a Latinx homage to the classic story, El Wiz is a heartwarming musical tale of faith and familia. Expelled from Puerto Rico by the wrath of Hurricane Maria, Dorothy is magically transported to the spectacular land of NYOz! On her journey, she encounters familiar faces in Espantapájaros (the Scarecrow), the Hombre de Lata (Tin Man) and León (the Lion). …

    Fall