Wednesday, April 01, 2020

  • Performance Standard for UCFs Cultural Competencies -- DIV150

    Online

    ONLINE COURSE Visit https://diversity.ucf.edu/training/online-workshops/ for registration instructions. You must complete all three sections with a score of 75% or higher to receive credit.This is a three part online workshop: Cognitive Domain Affective Domain Skill-Building Domain Cultural competency is the ability to function effectively in the presence of socio-cultural diversity. In 2008, Diversity Track (Summer Faculty Development Conference) scholars proposed 21 …

    Fall
  • Women First at UCF Project

    John C. Hitt Library: main floor

    The Women First at UCF Project is a collaboration between Dr. M. C. Santana (Women’s and Gender Studies), Dr. Robert Cassanello (History), Mary Rubin, Eli Jimenez, and Christopher Saclolo (Special Collections & University Archives). In this interdisciplinary project, the exhibit team envisioned documenting the legacy of women who occupied a rank, position or graduation as first in their field. Our …

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Student Research Week

    Student Union

    Student Research Week provides opportunities for participants to learn, explore, and engage with the UCF community. Start the week at our kick-off celebration. Attend one of the many free workshops, discussions, and interactive presentations. Highlights Professional Development Workshops Showcase of Undergraduate Research Excellence Graduate Research Forum

    Fall
  • Menagerie: Spring 2020 SVAD Biannual BFA Exhibition I (Recurring Event)

    Online: UCF Art Gallery

    Virtual Exhibition Dates: March 31 - April 7, 2020 Menagerie: Spring 2020 SVAD Biannual BFA Exhibition I provides the opportunity for senior undergraduate students majoring in book arts, ceramics, drawing, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture to share their research and artistic practice. Due to social distancing measures, the UCF Art Gallery will be closed as long as the university …

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Well-Being Challenge (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    Join a team of motivated individuals and get ready to become your healthiest self. The Downtown Well-Being challenge will encompass all areas of wellness and help you practice healthy habits that you can apply all year long. Register here: o https://bit.ly/2r05t1m

    Fall
  • Combining IoT and ML for Situation Classification - Dr. Gürkan Solmaz

    HEC: 450

    Abstract: The internet of things (IoT) has been expanding in domains through an increased number of IoT devices and the vast deployment of sensors. Simultaneously, there have been significant advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), in particular machine learning (ML), due to the increased availability of data and computation capabilities. We consider that IoT enhanced with AI would improve our lives …

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Graduate Research Forum - Oral Presentations

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316)

    The Graduate Research Forum, a part of the Student Research Week, features poster displays and oral presentations representing UCF graduate students from diverse disciplines. The Research Forum is an opportunity for students to showcase their research and creative projects and to receive valuable feedback from judges. For an event application and other information, please see https://graduate.ucf.edu/graduate-research-forum

    Fall
  • Drum Your Stress Away! (Recurring Event)

    Counseling and Psychological Services

    Experience the power of music to help you lower stress, increase relaxation skills, build intrapersonal support and discover your personal rhythm. In this workshop, you will use drums to express yourself by engaging in an evidence-based program to increase overall wellness. Come to one, two, or all three workshops. No musical experience necessary and drums will be provided. CAPS workshops …

    Fall
  • DBT III: Emotion Regulation

    Counseling and Psychological Services

    Practice mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance in this Dialectical Behavior Therapy-informed workshop series. CAPS workshops are free, require no sign-up, and space is provided on a first-come first-serve basis to currently enrolled students.

    Fall
  • How I Made It...Making Virtual Realities at Talon Simulations with Bradon Naids, Founder Talon Simulations

    Starter Space: 135 BA 1

    Learn how Brandon Naids used his Engineering Senior Design project to inspire his Virtual Reality company and its signature Jurassic World simulator game at Dave & Buster’s.

    Fall
  • CANCELED: NEA Big Read Kickoff: The Things They Carried by Tim O’Brien

    John C. Hitt Library: main floor

    A program of the National Endowment for the Arts, the NEA Big Read: Central Florida broadens our understanding of our world, our communities, and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book. This year the NEA Big Read: Central Florida is pleased to partner with the University of Central Florida’s Veterans Legacy Program to celebrate The Things They Carried …

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Yoga (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    Come move with your breath and intention. Find space and move freely to find your flexibility. This is an all levels class

    Fall
  • Virtual Information Session, BSN degree (via ZOOM)

    Online

    For Zoom Details and to Pre-register for this Virtual Information Session, visit http://ucfnursing.eventbrite.com UCF’s BSN Information Sessions are designed to help prospective BSN students understand the process and steps for applying to UCF's limited-access, upper-division BSN programs which include the Traditional, Second Degree, and Concurrent options. The online RN to BSN option will also be discussed. Attendees will learn about …

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Consent Workshop- Violence Prevention Certificate Series (Recurring Event)

    RWC: 249

    What is consent? How does one ask for consent? In this interactive workshop, participants will gain a better understanding of how consent relates to sexual violence and healthy relationships.

    Fall
  • Virtual- Freshman Edition: Building Winning Resumes (Recurring Event)

    Virtual Event

    This will be a virtual webinar and can be accessed by signing into Handshake. Resume building workshop for freshman students highlighting how to incorporate collegiate co-curricular experiences on resume. This session is not available for GEB points. View webinar instructions in Handshake: http://ucf.joinhandshake.com/

    Fall
  • Café Francophone - French Conversation - cancelled through the end of March (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: Room 358B

    Come to the French café to improve your French communication skills and meet new friends. This activity is for students who want to improve their French skills, and native speakers are welcome. Feel free to stop by for as much time as you can and bring your coffee! Intermediate session is 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm, Beginner session is 2:30 …

    Fall
  • Getting Started in Undergraduate Research (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: 201

    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. While UCF has transitioned online, all OUR workshops will be done through Zoom Meetings and must be signed up for at least 1 hour prior to …

    Fall
  • The Academic Job Search - Online

    Online

    Are you prepared to begin the job search process? This workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the academic job search. We will discuss the job search timeline, pre-application and application process, as well as expectations of faculty interviews. Students must register for all workshops through their myUCF Student Center under Graduate Students then Pathways to Success.

    Fall
  • UCF Softball vs. Florida

    Softball Stadium

    Join the Knights for their matchup against Florida! Purchase tickets here. Phone: 4078231000 More info: www.ucfknights.com

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Core Blast (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    This 15-minute express workout focuses on core conditioning, endurance, and strength! It is the perfect complement to your own workout or our Lower Upper Blast to build a stronger core.

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Zumba (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    A dance fitness class using Latin and International music with a combination of rhythms that keep you moving to the beat! No dance experience necessary!

    Fall