Thursday, April 02, 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
  • 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
  • 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: The Politics of Security in India - UCF India Center Conference

    Global UCF: Room 101

    The Politics of Security in India - UCF India Center Conference Security constitutes a central issue in Indian politics. This conference explores pertinent issues in the areas of international, domestic and human security and provides a forum for leading academics, researchers from think-tanks, members of the policy community, and graduate students to discuss politics and security in India. From an …

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Doing Business with the Department of the Army

    Florida SBDC at UCF

    Randy Edney, Director for Small Business Programs Army Material Command, will present this informative session and answer your questions about doing business with the Department of the Army. What is your strategy for doing business with the U.S. Army? Do you know the Army mission? Do you know what the Army buys, and how to identify these opportunities? This session …

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Showcase of Undergraduate Research Excellence

    Student Union: Pegasus Ballroom

    Join us for the 17th annual Showcase of Undergraduate Research Excellence. There will be three poster sessions, during which students from all over the University will share their research contributions. The schedule is as follows: Poster Session I9:30 - 11 A.M. (Pegasus Ballroom) Poster Session IINOON - 1:30 P.M. (Pegasus Ballroom) Poster Session III2:30 - 4 P.M. (Pegasus Ballroom) Awards …

    Fall
  • Learn Quechua! (Free Incan language classes) (Recurring Event)

    Online

    These sessions will be held online. Free Quechua classes at UCF UCF offers free classes in basic Quechua, taught by Department of Modern Languages & Literatures instructor Ms. Norma Ledesma. With an emphasis on Quechua vocabulary and expressions related to medicine, food, and travel, these classes will give students a lively, robust introduction to the language of the Inca Empire, …

    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
  • VIRTUAL-Major in Happiness (Recurring Event)

    Virtual Event

    Not sure what to major in? Thinking about changing your major? Learn how your values, interests, personality, and skills intersect for a career that works for you. Register in advance for this Zoom webinar on 4.2.2020 at: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/u5EvduuqpjIrzOqJIBQ_BsWLlcyt7jR77g

    Fall
  • Online: Peace Corps 101 (Recurring Event)

    Online

    Serving in the Peace Corps is a great way to immerse yourself in a new culture, learn a new language, and have the experience of a lifetime. Join us at this virtual information session to learn about Volunteer experiences, ask questions about service, and gain tips to guide you through the application process. Zoom Meeting ID: 690 547 413 Topic: …

    Fall
  • Starter Meetup

    Starter Space: 135 BA 1

    Want to know what it takes to pitch a business idea?! Come out to Starter Meetup to connect with like-minded current and aspiring entrepreneurs as we put your pitching skills to the test with a game we call Snake Oil! We provide refreshments and activities- all you have to do is come have fun.

    Fall
  • Jennine Capo Crucet

    Visual Arts Building: 132

    Visiting writer Jennine Capó Crucet, author of My Time Among the Whites: A Partial Education (essays), Make Your Home Among Strangers (novel), and How To Leave Hialeah (stories). Her keynote address and Q&A will be held in VAB 132, on April 2, 4:30 pm – 5:50 pm. Her bio can be found here: https://www.jcapocrucet.com/about

    Fall
  • CANCELED: URP Distinguished Lecture Series

    UCF Downtown: DPAC: 106

    Matt Leavell, AIA LEED AP, a licensed architect and urban planner with the University of Alabama Center for Economic Development, was the Director of Design and Planning for the Gulf State Park Enhancement Project. The Enhancement Project was originally conceived with the goal of increasing public access to Alabama’s natural resources. But that goal evolved to include a demonstration of …

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Express Pop Pilates (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    POP Pilates is a Group Exercise fusion class thatincorporates strength, cardio, and dance into a choreographed, mat-based, and Pilates inspired workout!

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Barre (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    Come enjoy a balletinspired total body strength workout using a combination of basic ballet and fitness movements. No dance experience necessary!

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Lower Upper Blast (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    Glutes, quads, hamstrings, abductors / adductors, and calves! Focus on the muscular endurance of your upper body including your chest, back, deltoids, biceps and triceps. Feel the burn in this 45 minute class.

    Fall
  • CANCELED: UCF New Music Ensemble Concert (Recurring Event)

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    The UCF New Music Ensemble is a performance-oriented chamber group focused on diverse repertoire from the 20th and 21st-centuries. The ensemble is used as a laboratory for instruction in chamber performance skills encompassing the various styles of conventionally noted work but is also used to introduce other contemporary approaches such as improvisation, electro-acoustic music and graphic scores. The ensemble frequently …

    Fall
  • Heartfulness Meditation (Recurring Event)

    NSC: 102: 102

    Want to unwind, relax, and tune into your heart? Join us for a Heartfulness meditation session! We will meet weekly in NSC 102 from 7-8 PM for a meditation session and discussion, often with a relevant article, book excerpt, or YouTube video. All are welcome, and no experience is needed. There will be chairs available to sit on, but you …

    Fall
  • CANCELED: Power Yoga (Recurring Event)

    UnionWest 2nd floor, RWC @ Downtown

    A faster paced yoga class that will challenge the body and the mind. This class will get your heart beating, as well as offer strength based poses. Variations will be offered for all levels. The room may be heated.

    Fall