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Upcoming Events

  • Graduate & Professional School Month Series: Developing your Statement of Purpose

    Virtual

    Have you ever wondered what graduate or professional schools look for in a statement of purpose? Come join Dr. Don Brunson, Director of the Vivien Thomas Scholars Initiative at Johns Hopkins University, to learn how to shape your statement of purpose into a competitive statement. This workshop is designed to help you develop a clear and compelling statement of purpose. …

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  • Mighty Knights Self-Defense (Recurring Event)

    UCFPD Student Union Community Outreach Center: 12715 Pegasus Dr. Orlando FL, 32816

    Our instructors are UCF police officers who are experienced and knowledgeable on topics of personal safety and threat awareness. This course primarily focuses on topics of mindset, preparation and safety awareness, but also utilizes defensive tactics instructors, certified by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to demonstrate basic physical defense techniques. Our courses are designed to provide attendees with information, …

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  • Study Abroad 101 (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Studying abroad offers invaluable opportunities for cultural immersion, academic enhancement, personal growth, and career advantages. This presentation covers the benefits and types of study abroad programs, guidance on choosing the right one, and details on the application process. It includes financial planning tips, preparation for departure, adapting to life abroad, and making the most of the experience. This will be …

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  • Alcoholics Anonymous (Recurring Event)

    Student Union 313: Admin: 313

    This group meets every Tuesday with the exception of campus closures and holidays. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or …

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  • UCF Horn Studio Recital

    Rehearsal Hall

    UCF proudly presents the Horn Studio Recital, showcasing talented students of Dr. Benjamin Lieser and the UCF Horn Ensemble. Join us on the UCF main campus for an evening of exceptional performances.

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  • Wesley at UCF Student Lounge (Recurring Event)

    Wesley at UCF: (Previously Limbitless Solutions

    We are open every Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. for you to study or relax in our student lounge and enjoy free coffee and tea!

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  • Grant Writing Academy: Writing a Compelling NIH Specific Aims Page and Research Plan

    TBD

    Debopam Chakrabarti, Professor of Medicine, UCF College of Medicine, Molecular Microbiology Division Head, will facilitate this session. This session will include drafting a convincing specific aims page and research plan, highlighting the significance of the work, planning the methodology and data management plan sections, and expanding on impacts resulting from the proposed activities. Participation is only open for faculty researchers …

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  • FreshU Kitchen Cooking Class - by RSVP only (Recurring Event)

    Wellness and Health Promotion Services: Building 88 Room 111

    Wellness and Health Promotion Services (WHPS) is proud to offer:FreshU Kitchen Cooking Class Get hands on experience in the kitchen and learn how to make delicious, healthy food! You get to eat what you make and take home the leftovers too. Check out our schedule below. All classes take place under the WHPS office awning. This class is open to …

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  • Café francophone/French Café (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 358B

    Le café francophone Vous voulez améliorer votre français oral? (Would you like to improve your French speaking skills?) Vous aimeriez connaître des étudiant.e.s qui ont la même passion que vous pour la langue française?(Would you like to meet students who share your passion for the French language?) Bienvenu.e.s au café francophone! Venez échanger avec vos collègues étudiant.e.s dans une ambiance …

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  • DirectConnect to UCF® Online Information Session

    Virtual

    Join us online for an information session on DirectConnect to UCF and learn what guaranteed admission is all about. In this interactive information session, ask questions, and find out what you need to know to make your transition to UCF easy. Reserve Your Spot DirectConnect to UCF guarantees admission (consistent with university policy) to UCF with an associate degree (A.A.) …

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  • CCIE Virtual Research Circle (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    The CCIE virtual bi-weekly research circles includes presentations and conversations from UCF’s College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) faculty, as well as faculty from other colleges at UCF with a focus on collaborative, innovative, interdisciplinary, community-based research initiatives. Presentations provide opportunities to connect with faculty in CCIE and share opportunities of mutual interest. Presenters from the community and government …

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  • Can I Use That Image?: How to Legally Use Images, Graphics, and Other Copyrighted Materials

    Virtual

    Can you use any image you find online in your presentation? Do you need to get permission to use a chart or graphic for your thesis or dissertation? These are just a few of the questions that we will explore in this session focused on the ethical and legal use of copyrighted images, graphics, and other visual materials. Attendees will …

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  • AI & the Job Search

    CSEL: 121 and Virtual

    Part of the workshop Wednesday series with Career Services:  Learn how to utilize AI like ChatGPT to create effective prompts that will assist you in job searching and applications. Be prepared with your laptop, a mobile device, tell a friend to join the session and be ready to talk about the pros and cons about AI.

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  • Undergraduate Admissions Virtual Information Session (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    This 30-minute information session will introduce prospective high school seniors and their families to the University of Central Florida, explain the undergraduate application process and cover topics like admission requirements and merit scholarships. Q&A is encouraged during and after the presentation.

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  • October Pride Chat

    Ferrell Commons 171: Pride Commons

    Pride Chats are monthly events in which we explore some area of the LGBTQ+ community, allowing us to discuss and learn more about the area together.

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  • UCF Men's Soccer vs. Kentucky

    UCF Soccer and Track Complex

    The UCF men's soccer team hosts Kentucky at the UCF Soccer Complex. The match will air on ESPN+.  Get the most up-to-date information and follow the Knights on X and Instagram.

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  • Narcotics Anonymous (Recurring Event)

    Ferrell Commons 171: Pride Commons

    This group meets every Wednesday except when the campus is closed. NA is a non-profit fellowship of men and women for whom drugs have become a major problem. We meet regularly to help each other live drug-free. There are no dues or fees, the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Our fellowship focuses primarily on recovery …

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  • Wesley at UCF Student Lounge (Recurring Event)

    Wesley at UCF: (Previously Limbitless Solutions

    We are open every Monday-Thursday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. for you to study or relax in our student lounge and enjoy free coffee and tea!

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  • Graduate & Professional School Pop-In Session

    CSEL: 121

    Join Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) for our Graduate and Professional School: Pop-In Session, where students at all stages—exploring, building, mastering, and applying—are welcome. Meet with AAP staff for personalized guidance, access valuable resources, and connect with peers for support and advice. Drop in anytime during the session for flexible, on-demand assistance to help you thrive in your journey to prepare …

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  • Photoshop Essentials: A Comprehensive Class for the Absolute Beginner

    Classroom Building I: Room 202 (Faculty Multimedia Center)

    Adobe Photoshop is the industry standard in photo editing, and is an incredibly valuable asset to your professional toolkit. While feature-packed and versatile, it can be daunting for beginners. This 2-hour class demystifies the basics and sets you on the path to becoming a Photoshop wizard! As a UCF employee, you already have an active Photoshop license, providing the perfect …

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  • Bachelor's in Nursing Online Information Session, BSN degree (via ZOOM) (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Join us online for an information session on the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at UCF and learn about the unique admission requirements for each BSN program track. In this interactive information session, ask questions and find out what you need to know to successfully prepare your BSN program application. PLEASE REGISTER USING THE VIRTUAL LOCATION LINK  After registering, …

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  • Probabilistic programming languages in Python

    Virtual

    In this workshop, we will discuss probabilistic programming in Python. We'll first go over the basics of and motivations behind probabilistic programming. After this brief review, we will learn how to use Python probabilistic programming libraries to build example statistical models and inference pipelines. Pre-requisites: Attendees should be familiar with Python and Bayesian data analysis. Presented by David Wright.

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  • Special Lecture: Undertale: Replaying the Japanese RPG through the Lens of Pacifism

    Visual Arts Building: 111

    This special lecture is presented by Anastasia Salter, Professor of English and Director of Graduate Programs and Texts & Technology, UCF. This is part of the Reaching for the Stars as a Global Citizen: An Intellectual Journey of Asia and the World lecture series. This lecture series provides a rare opportunity for students to learn first-hand from esteemed scholars one of the most …

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