Thursday, November 04, 2021

  • Veterans Month at UCF: Veterans History Interview Days

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 349D: 349D and Virtual

    The UCF Community Veterans History Project (VHP) is proud to partner with The Daughters of the American Revolution, William P. Duval Chapter to preserve the stories and experiences of women veterans. Throughout the month of November, VHP will host several “Veterans History Interview Days” to collect, preserve and honor these women as well as other Florida veterans.  Oral history interviews …

    Fall
  • 2021 Faculty Exhibition (Recurring Event)

    VAB: UCF Art Gallery

    The UCF Art Gallery is proud to present a dynamic exhibition of artworks by the faculty of the UCF School of Visual Arts and Design. These professional artists have received both national and international recognition for their engaging and thought-provoking works. The exhibition showcases a wide range of traditional and contemporary media and processes including ceramics, drawing, digital art, mixed …

    Fall
  • How to Start Your Business (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    If you’re thinking of starting a business, it’s important to take the right steps. This course will give you an overview of what to know, actions to take, and how to avoid common missteps to give your company its greatest chance of success.

    Fall
  • How to Publish Your Undergraduate Research (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Hosted by the editors of The Pegasus Review: UCF Undergraduate Research Journal, this workshop will provide information on how to publish undergraduate research and creative scholarship. Participants can expect to learn what it takes to submit a journal article (manuscript) and how the publication process, including review and revision, works with The Pegasus Review.

    Fall
  • Major in Happiness

    Virtual

    Undecided about your major? Not sure which career direction to pursue? Attend this workshop to learn how your values, interests, personality, and skills intersect for a career that works for you. Please view the attached “MIH - Career Interest Assessment” worksheet before clicking “Register”. Once you register for this workshop, you will be redirected to complete a Pre-Survey activity utilizing …

    Fall
  • Master's in Business Analytics Info Session

    Virtual

    Learn about UCF's Master's in Business Analytics. This virtual information session will provide details about the Master's in Business Analytics including curriculum, learning outcomes, analytical software, admission requirements and application process and deadlines. Q&A with admission staff and faculty follow the formal presentation. 

    Fall
  • Writing with Clarity - Online

    Virtual

    Have you ever received feedback from a mentor, an editor, or a colleague that suggested your writing was unclear?  You may have known just what you intended to say but readers struggled to see the connections among your ideas. In this workshop, we will introduce you to some principles for clarity that were developed to meet the needs of readers …

    Fall
  • Fifty Shades of Deservingness: An Analysis of State-Level Variation and Effect of Social Constructions on Policy Outcomes

    Live Oak Ballroom/Garden Room: Cypress Room

    COSTalks A Distinguished Speaker Series Event Speaker: Candis Watts SmithAssociate Professor of Political Science at Duke University Abstract: The criminal legal system, gun regulations and rights, immigration and welfare are just some of the policies that impact the everyday lives of U.S. citizens. Many of these policies are shaped and informed based on political ideologies, but they also develop based on …

    Fall
  • Managing Emotions in a Healthy Way

    Virtual

    Participants will be able to differentiate between healthy unpleasant emotions (HUE) and unhealthy emotions, as well as strategies to manage the HUE in a healthy way. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Fall 2021 Outreach Workshop Series!  To learn about CAPS services and other workshops visit caps.sdes.ucf.edu.

    Fall
  • PeerKnights Coaching 101: Your Partner in Academic Success (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    The PeerKnights Coaching Program empowers you to thrive personally and academically. Peer coaches will help you navigate UCF by connecting you to campus resources, recommending opportunities and helping you to get involved. Join us for these thirty minutes sessions to learn more from our peer coaches.

    Fall
  • Italian Club chat (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall: Room 358B

    Come to the Italian Club chat to improve your Italian communication skills and meet new friends. This activity is for students who want to improve their Italian skills, and native speakers are welcome. It is offered every Thursday, 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm, in Trevor Colbourn Hall room 358B (in the Modern Languages & Literatures department).

    Fall
  • KORU Meditation Course (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center at Knight's Plaza: Mind & Body Studio

    Become part of the Koru movement! This free interactive mindfulness course is offered to enrolled UCF students. Learn different meditations to become more calm and focused! Class dates are Thursdays, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28 and 11/4 from 2:30–4:00 p.m., attendance at all 4 classes is requested. To register follow the link or email stacey.embry@ucf.edu for more information. 

    Fall
  • A.S. to B.S. in Photography Information Session

    Virtual

    Interested in the 2+2 (A.S. to B.S.) Photography program at UCF & DSC? This information session led by faculty and advising will present an overview of the program and how to apply.Topics covered will include:-Overview of the program-Program Locations-Introduction of Faculty-Alumni-Portfolio/Application Review Process and Important Dates-Advising Information-Resources Available (Scholarships, Equipment, Labs, Clubs and Professional Affiliations)-Website-Social MediaA short Q&A session will …

    Fall
  • Biotechnology and Global Health: Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic

    Virtual

    This talk is part of Ethically Speaking: A UCF Interdisciplinary Series on Contemporary Moral Issues. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has exposed myriad vulnerabilities and inequities in global health. One major lesson that the world must learn is how biotechnology and access to biotechnical infrastructure have impacted the course of the pandemic and the distribution of its burdens. Discussions of global-health ethics …

    Fall
  • Faculty Senate Meeting

    Student Union: Charge on Chamber and Virtual

    The Faculty Senate shall be the legislative body of the university thereby providing a forum for mutual exchange of ideas between senior administrators and faculty. In this capacity, the Senate shall take cognizance of, and may legislate with respect to matters which concern colleges, schools or other major academic units, or which are otherwise of general university interest. In exercising …

    Fall
  • Primera Sesión Informativa en Español- Programa de Enfermería (BSN degree)

    Virtual

    Únase a nosotros en línea para una sesión de información sobre la Licenciatura en Ciencias de Enfermería en UCF, y conozca sobre los requisitos específicos de admisión para cada ruta del programa BSN. En esta sesión de información interactiva, podrás hacer preguntas y entender lo que se necesita para preparar con éxito una solicitud para el programa BSN. --- Esta sesión …

    Fall
  • New Music Ensemble Concert

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    The UCF New Music Ensemble presents a concert. The 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 …

    Fall
  • November General Body Meeting

    MSB 260: 260

    Join AIAA UCF (American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics) for our November General Body Meeting this Thursday, the 4th at 7:30pm EST! In addition to our usual presentation, we will be hosting a movie-night social! All are welcome to attend! Our GBM will cover club-wide and project-specific updates, as well as an overview of all that AIAA UCF has to …

    Fall
  • Concert Knight

    Addition Financial Arena

    Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. Free tickets for students; Public tickets available for purchase on Ticketmaster Multi-platinum recording artist Tinashe, known for “2 On” (ft Schoolboy Q) and “All Hands on Deck” will perform alongside Florida rapper Denzel Curry best known for his hit songs “Ultimate” and “Clout Cobain.”

    Fall