Tuesday, February 22, 2022

  • Engineers Week 2022

    Engineering 2 Atrium

    Love your smart phone, driving a car, watching TV, online shopping, electricity, clean water, seeing rocket launches and Mars landings, to name a few? If so, thank an engineer! Join the UCF College of Engineering and Computer Science as we celebrate Engineers Week – Monday, Feb. 21 to Saturday, Feb. 26 – with a variety of free events to showcase …

    Fall
  • Knight Vision Virtual XChange: PeopleSoft Retrofits

    Virtual

    Hello,   You are invited to participate in the upcoming virtual Knight Vision XChange. This virtual webinar is an opportunity for the UCF community to engage and ask questions about the impact that the PeopleSoft Retrofits Project will have on technology and business processes. This meeting will be an open discussion with the Knight Vision PeopleSoft Retrofits workstream as well as other program members. …

    Fall
  • 2022 MFA Exhibition (Recurring Event)

    VAB: UCF Art Gallery

    The exhibition showcases the thesis work of Master of Fine Arts candidates in the Studio Art & Design MFA track at the UCF School of Visual Arts and Design. Opening Reception: Thursday, Feb. 17 from 6-8 p.m. Register HereNeed help registering? Contact the UCF Box Office: 407.823.1500 Additional programming and virtual exhibition links will be coming soon! Insider Tip: Planning to attend all of …

    Fall
  • Queerness and Authentic Leadership

    Virtual

    Congruence is an integral part of the Social Change Model of Leadership that requires knowing oneself and acting with consistency and authenticity. Entering new spaces can be a challenge for queer or questioning leaders regardless of their level of experience. This session will be a conversational space for participants identifying as part of the LGBTQ+ community to examine how they …

    Fall
  • Study Abroad 101 (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    New to studying abroad? This session is for you! Learn study abroad basics, how to schedule an appointment, and how to search for programs. 

    Fall
  • Major in Happiness (Recurring Event)

    CSEL bldg 140: 121

    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
  • Creating an Inclusive Campus Through Knights Exemplar

    Ferrell Commons: 168

    What is Knights Exemplar? A RSO that connects degree-seeking students and students with intellectual disabilities through a natural setting. Knights Exemplar was the award winner of RSO of the Year (2020), December’s RSO of the month (2020), and continues to receive nominations. Our RSO offers events for Inclusive Education Services students such as academics, campus involvement, health and wellness, and …

    Fall
  • University Writing Center Drafting Lab Open Hours (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 109: Trevor Colbourn Hall 109

    Getting started on a writing assignment, and don’t know where to begin? The Drafting Lab can help! No appointments are required — you can drop in during our open hours and: clarify assignment expectations develop a plan brainstorm ideas or, just spend time writing!  Any and all writers are welcome!

    Fall
  • Leading in the Moment: Comfortable Being Uncomfortable

    Ferrell Commons: 168

    Leading in the Moment: Comfortable Being Uncomfortable” is the theme of this presentation. This session will have participants reflect on everyday experiences that are uncertain and challenging. These may be public speaking, managing conflicts, and working in teams. The session will discuss strategies of how to respond to moments of discomfort that will address navigating with confidence as we revamp …

    Fall
  • Research Computing and Data Workshop Series: Carpentries - Programming and Plotting with Python

    Research 1: 101-A

    This lesson is an introduction to programming in Python for people with little or no previous programming experience. It uses plotting as its motivating example. This lesson references JupyterLab, but can also be followed using a regular Python interpreter as well. This lesson uses Python 3. Note: Remember to bring your own device. Presenters: Fahad Khan, Ph.D. 

    Fall
  • Preparation to Obtain Internships as an F-1 Student

    Virtual

    This workshop will be hosted by Experiential Learning to prepare international students on how to prepare for and obtain internships and employment. Focus will be on internship opportunities, resume building, interview preparation, and career development. For more information on upcoming Career Services events visit: https://career.ucf.edu/events. 

    Fall
  • UNITY STAR: Inclusion Champions Present: Not About, Without: ADA and Combating Ableism (DIV 599)

    Virtual

    This survey-level presentation will offer an overview of the history around the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and how to be an ally combating the continued ableism many people with disabilities encounter in their daily lives. The discussion is designed to encourage deeper understanding and offer memorable awareness of the complicated issues around inclusion, human agency, and valuing the voices …

    Fall
  • National Society of Leadership and Success Information Session

    Virtual

    Come learn about the largest leadership society-the National Society of Leadership and Success! We will provide an information session on how to join then will offer a Kahoot quiz with prizes following the presentation!

    Fall
  • Faculty Senate Information Technology Committee Meeting (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    The Information Technology Committee evaluates and recommends policy and procedures concerning information technology and resources.

    Fall
  • The Impact: Student Leaders to Unintentional Influencers

    Ferrell Commons: 168

    This face-to-face presentation is meant to show student leaders the impact they have on their campus and the influence they may impose on their peers regardless if it is obvious or not. We have discussions surrounding the idea behind intent versus impact and sometimes the reality of being a familiar face on campus to so many.

    Fall
  • Cares x Violence Prevention Certification Series

    Virtual

    Student Care Service will present the “Cares” part of UCF’s Violence Prevention Certificate Series. In this workshop you’ll learn ways to support a friend whose experienced sexual assault or harassment as well as confidential and non-confidential resources on campus that provide support. The Violence Prevention Certificate Series is a 4-part series that includes Title IX, Cares, Green Dot, and Victim …

    Fall
  • Lights, Camera, Action: LGBTQ+ Media Representation

    Ferrell Commons: 168

    What does representation mean to you? For many within the LGBTQ+ community, it has become a question of quantity over quality. Years of seeking scraps have resulted in representation that causes more harm than good. Here, we will seek to understand the roots of LGBTQ+ representation in television, movies, and pop culture. What has led to the tropes that silence …

    Fall
  • Grammar Workshop

    Virtual

    The University Writing Center will be hosting a grammar workshop, an informational and interactive workshop for students across all disciplines to learn about grammar fundamentals such as: comma rules, subject-verb agreements, kinds of clauses, types of sentences, and more!

    Fall
  • UCF Downtown Workshop: Who's Hiring and Where Can I Find Them?

    Downtown DPAC 169A: DPAC 169A

    Not sure where to start with your internship search? Or do you feel like you are at a standstill and unsure about the next steps in your search? This workshop will review how to use Handshake and other resources to find an internship.

    Fall
  • USCIS Information Session - Pathways to Permanent Immigration

    Virtual

    Join UCF Global and a USCIS Community Relations Officer for the following free information session for the UCF and greater Central Florida community. This information session will provide information about pathways to permanent residency in the United States.

    Fall
  • E-Portfolios: Make Your Online Presence Work For You

    Virtual

    There are opportunities to create social change from your future workplace, but how do you get there first? This interactive virtual presentation will involve students taking a look at their own leadership experiences and what information is out there for employers to see, Students will then be introduced to what an electronic career portfolio or ePortfolio as well as tips …

    Fall
  • U-LEAD Informational Session

    Ferrell Commons: 168 and Virtual

    Students will be introduced to the U-LEAD program offered through the LEAD Scholars Academy. U-LEAD is a leadership development program for upper division students who want to learn more about leadership styles and how identity impacts leadership. Come to the presentation to learn more about U-LEAD and its benefits for students.

    Fall
  • Spring GKT Math Study Group (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    These sessions allow students to work on the GKT in small groups or independently with the aid of a tutor.  Bring your own study material(s) with specific questions or work with others on the test example provided by the FTCE website.

    Fall
  • Safe Zone: Coming Out Workshop

    Ferrell Commons: 168

    The Coming Out workshop explores the process and challenges of coming out as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender. Participants will learn more about what the process of coming out may look like, different misconceptions, and how to be an advocate during and after someone comes out.

    Fall
  • Educating the Black Leaders of Tomorrow

    FC 168D and Virtual

    Join LJ and Courtney to learn about the history of black education in America. We will also be sharing tips on how to succeed in your current academic endeavors and we will also have an open discussion about being black at a PWI.

    Fall