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Wednesday, October 20, 2021

  • Benefits Open Enrollement

    Virtual

    The state's annual open enrollment period for eligible employees to change insurance benefits options begins on Monday, October 11th at 8 a.m. and ends Friday, October 29th at 6 p.m. EST. This year's Benefits Fair will be in a webinar series format with supporting provider materials beginning Monday, September 27th through Friday, October 22nd. Please visit https://hr.ucf.edu/open-enrollment for additional details …

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  • Graduate Business Programs Fair

    Virtual

    Join the College of Business for a series of admission events to explore our 2022 graduate programs and start your business school pursuit. This two-day grad fair, Oct. 19 & Oct. 20, will feature virtual informations sessions with our admission staff and faculty. Take this opportunity to learn details about the UCF MBA and specialty graduate business program including: Executive …

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  • Big Red Bus - Donate Blood Today!

    UCF Memory Mall

    Help us maintain a safe and ready blood supply for cancer patients, trauma patients or for when unexpected tragedies occur. The OneBlood bus will park on Memory Mall near the Veterans Memorial. Walk-ups accepted, Appointments preferred!

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  • "Write Here, Write Now, Write On" - National Day On Writing Celebration

    Trevor Colbourn Hall

    Join the campus-wide celebration of the National Day on Writing by stopping by Trevor Colbourn Hall to share your writing and your stories about writing.   This event is hosted by the Center for Writing Excellence and the Department of Writing and Rhetoric. The National Day on Writing was established “ to draw attention to the remarkable variety of writing we …

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  • Know Your Rights: Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination at UCF

    Virtual

    *Diversity Week Programming* This session introduces participants to UCF’s nondiscrimination policies and our commitment to ensuring equal opportunity for students, faculty, staff,and others. Participants will learn about UCF’s policies and regulations, the Office of Institutional Equity and its services, employees’ rights under theAmericans with Disabilities Act, information about Title IX, and the rights and responsibilities regarding nondiscrimination that come with …

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  • Financial Aid 101 for Transfer Students

    Virtual

    This session will provide an overview of the financial aid process for transfer students.

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  • Faculty Senate Strategic Planning Forum for Faculty (Recurring Event)

    Live Oak Event Center: 4115 Pyxis Lane, Orlando, FL 32816

    UCF aspires to be one of the nation's leading metropolitan research universities. To reach that goal, the university is developing a strategic plan that incorporates where we are and where we need to go. Obtaining input and ideas from all stakeholders is essential. UCF faculty members are invited to provide input on the university's next strategic plan in this  open …

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  • Representation in Popular Media — The Simpsons Did It...

    Virtual

    *Diversity Week Programming* Welcome to Springfield, U.S.A., home of America’s longest-running sitcom family: The Simpsons. After more than 3o years, we continue to welcomeBart, Lisa, Maggie, Homer, and Marge into our living rooms each week, but has The Simpsons’ humor aged as well as its illustrated actors? Popularculture plays a significant role in shaping how we view the world around …

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  • CFHLA Student Lounge Meet & Greets, Oct. 20, Alfond Inn

    Rosen College of Hospitality Management: CFHLA Student Lounge (Room 202)

    We are pleased to announce that leadership from the Alfond Inn will join us Wednesday, October 20, 2021, 11:30am – 1:30pm as part of the fall 2021 CFHLA Student Lounge Meet & Greets.  Our Guests: Chris Giannone/Assistant General Manager Debbie Potter/Director of Sales and Marketing Jane McLean/Director of Catering Jesse Martinez | General Manager CFHLA Student Lounge Meet & Greets offer students the …

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  • FreshU Mobile Kitchen Demonstration (Recurring Event)

    Memory Mall

    Wellness and Health Promotion Services presents the FreshU Mobile Demonstration Kitchen. FreshU Kitchen Cooking Demos teach students how to incorporate fruits and vegetables into their diets and reduce food waste. Students will get to see the process, taste the dish, and take home a recipe card so they can try making it themselves later.

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  • Sitting Volleyball & Goalball

    Recreation and Wellness Center: MAC Gym

    *Diversity Week Programming* The RWC will be hosting a sitting volleyball and goalball free play event on October 20th from 12pm-2pm. Equipment will be provided by the RWC.Students of all abilities are welcome to attend.

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  • International Opportunities Exploration and Application Workshop

    UCF Downtown: DPAC 169: 169

    Join UCF Abroad for a workshop and how-to on exploring opportunities internationally and applying.

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  • Resume and Cover Letter Boot Camp

    DPAC 154: 154

    Come and get your resume and cover letter whipped into shape! Learn the essentials of how to target these documents to get you noticed by employers. We will cover tips on what information to include, formatting, and how to illustrate a "fit" for the position that you desire.

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  • Café Francophone - French Conversation (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. It is offered every other Wednesday, beginning September 8.

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  • Voices of Diversity with Haben Girma (Recurring Event)

    SU room 224 and Virtual

    *Diversity Week Programming* Faculty, Staff, and Students are invited to hear World Renown Human Rights Lawyer, Haben Girma. She is the first deafblind graduate from Harvard Lawand named by President Obama as a White House Champion of Change. Come hear her fascinating story, experiences, and thoughts on Diversity andInclusion.

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  • Voices of Diversity with Haben Girma (Recurring Event)

    UCF Downtown:: DPAC 107

    *Diversity Week Programming* Faculty, Staff, and Students are invited to hear World Renown Human Rights Lawyer, Haben Girma. She is the first deafblind graduate from Harvard Lawand named by President Obama as a White House Champion of Change. Come hear her fascinating story, experiences, and thoughts on Diversity andInclusion.

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  • Carpentries: Data Organization in Spreadsheets for Social Scientists

    Virtual

    This hands-on workshop will cover how to tackle data organization by applying simple practices using Microsoft Excel. Good data organization is the foundation of any research project and learning to organize data in spreadsheets is one way to ensure your data collection is off to a good start. Some of the principles that will be reviewed during this session include …

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  • Employment Options for International Students

    Virtual

    Learn about the different employment options available to F-1 & J-1 international students. 

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  • Alpha Epsilon Pi Blood Drive

    Alpha Epsilon Phi - Sorority

    Help Alpha Epsilon Pi maintain a safe and ready blood supply for cancer patients, trauma patients or for when unexpected tragedies occur. The OneBlood bus will park at the AEPhi house on Greek Row. Walk-ups accepted, Appointments preferred!

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  • SPSIA Success Series: Honors Research

    The Burnett Honors College: BHC 130

    This workshop will focus on the Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program and other opportunities through the Honors Research Office. Students planning to attend graduate school or interested in learning more about research are encouraged to attend. Learn more about the HUT program here. This event will be held in person at the Burnett Honors College Building Rm. 130.  COVID-19 Notice: In …

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  • Debt & Collections

    Virtual

    Having trouble paying a debt? Got a call from a collection agency? Join UCF's Student Legal Services for a brief overview of what your options are and what may happen. You'll also have an opportunity to ask questions! If you need an accommodation, please contact jamie.owen@ucf.edu at least 48 hours in advance of the event.

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  • Pale Kreyòl (Haitian Creole Conversation) (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 358B

    Come practice speaking Haitian Creole with your peers every other Wednesday, starting from September 8. Games and interactive activities will be used. This activity is intended for students who are not fluent in Haitian Creole, and UCF students who are not enrolled in the course may also join.  Meeting days:  September 8 September 22 October 6 October 20 November 3 …

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  • Healthy Boundaries

    Virtual

    Healthy Boundaries Boundaries are essential to good self-care and a sense of personal security and safety. They help us to feel whole and a sense of agency over our lives. This workshop will focus on the concept of boundaries, common types of boundaries and boundary violations, and briefly review two skills to help establish and maintain boundaries. This workshop is …

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  • SEO Career Information Session

    Virtual

    Learn about internship opportunities available in Investment Banking, Alternative Investments, Markets, Finance/Accounting, Consulting, Marketing/Sales, Human Resources, Operations, Real Estate, Technology/Engineering and much more!

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  • R&B Yoga Class

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

    *Diversity Week Programming* In honor of Diversity week, the RWC will be hosting a R&B Yoga Class during the regular scheduled class at the RWC at Knights Plaza Mind and Body

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