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Tuesday, March 22, 2022

  • Knightro's 5K Training Challenge

    Virtual

    Knightro's 5K Training ChallengeSunday March 13 to Friday, April 22 Need to prepare for the Race the Knight Virtual 5k? We challenge you to join Knightro's 5k Training Challenge for free! Follow our favorite Knight through his 6-week guide to get you prepped and ready to run your best race just in time for the 5K. Participants with the most workouts will …

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  • UCF Alumni Book Club: Book Madness

    Virtual

    The UCF Alumni Book Club is hosting our first Book Madness event. We've compiled a list of Best of 2021 picks, Alumni Book Club reads, and Knight Author books. It's up to you to determine which book will be the Book Madness champion. Register now to download your Book Madness bracket and tournament instructions.Voting begins on March 14!

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  • 5th District Court of Appeals

    UCF Downtown DPAC: 106A

    Join us for the 5th District Court of Appeals event happening at UCF Downtown! Get the opportunity to see the District Court of Appeal of the State of Florida, Fifth District, live and in action! This is an open session of the Court, there will be three real appeal cases happening just as they would be in the regular courtroom. …

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  • National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week: Naloxone Demonstration

    Student Union Patio

    National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week is held March 21-27 and WHPS will be holding various events throughout the week dedicated to sharing facts about drugs, alcohol, and addiction. Naloxone is a potentially lifesaving medication designed to help reverse the effects of an opioid overdose in minutes. Since most opioid overdoses occur in the home and are most often witnessed, …

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  • Communicate with Confidence

    Virtual

    How do you communicate effectively with employers at networking events, conferences, or in interviews? Attend this workshop to learn effective strategies, both verbal and non-verbal, to help you successfully navigate a conversation with an employer or recruiter. Join this Zoom session: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIocOurqzgoH9ytP96iLd3QNDP-44hzUCsx Meeting ID: 965 7235 3258 Password: Confident

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  • 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. 

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  • Stress Management

    Virtual

    Are you stressed out?Come to this workshop and learn:→ why do you feel stressed and how does it affect your day→ stress reduction methods, you can use them today→ how to build a sustainable health plan that will help you live a long and healthy life. All students are welcome to join with free admission!

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  • Stress Management (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    This workshop is designed to help teach the basic concepts of the causes of stress, how stress impacts the body and mind, and to explore short-term and long-term stress management techniques for the reduction of stress.  The workshop will provide practical suggestions and coping skills that students can implement to create a better stress management routine to improve your overall …

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  • Lithuania, Ukraine, Russia, and the Future of Europe (Recurring Event)

    Downtown DPAC 169A: DPAC 169A

    As a former Soviet state, Lithuania has experienced Russian rule, the challenge of achieving independence, and accession to the European Union. Today, it is a NATO member with a growing civil society and economy that strives to balance national security, community, and human rights. The panel will identify trends and prospects for the pivotal role Lithuania will play in European …

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  • 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!

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  • The Intersection of Youth Homelessness + Human Trafficking

    Virtual

    There is a strong overlap between homelessness and trafficking experiences among youth. Understanding the pathways, vulnerabilities that lead to homelessness and trafficking, as well as key strategies to prevent both, is critical in our fight to end human trafficking. Attendees will also learn:  Federal definitions and examples will be used to define homelessness and human trafficking- inclusive of sex and …

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  • Get Started in Undergraduate Research Workshop (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Are you interested in learning more about research? Not sure where to start or how to navigate all the programs available? This workshop will discuss how to expand your academic experience through undergraduate research, including how to get started by finding a faculty mentor.  This session is open to all majors. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research …

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  • Open Forum Presentation by 3rd Finalist for Dean of the College of Community Innovation and Education

    Teaching Academy: 130

    The campus community is invited to the public presentation of the last of three finalists seeking to be the next dean of the College of Community Innovation and Education. William Crawley, Ph.D., dean, College of Education and Professional Studies, University of West Florida, will present on Tuesday, March 22, 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., at the Teaching Academy, Room 130. Click here to watch …

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  • Work and Life Changes Require Health Choices

    Virtual

    Your life is a balancing act. It's about time you understood how to balance between home and office, between healthy food and unhealthy junk food, and make a good choice.In this workshop we'll discuss:• Considerations of finding the right work-life balance.• Healthy foods vs unhealthy ones.• How to design your future health choices and a better life balance. All students …

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  • UNITY STAR: Name Story (DIV 595) (Recurring Event)

    Barbara Ying Center: 140

    Names are indicative of the complexity and range of diversity in humanity. It is part of your Personal & Professional Narrative. In this workshop, we will create a physical name visual to help reflect on and share our story. Registration Information Faculty, A&P, USPS, OPS: Register online at myUCF.edu > Employee Self Service > Learning & Development > Request Training …

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  • Creating Connections

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    Share your startup ideas, connect, and get peer feedback! Visit https://ucf.startuptree.co/event/s/BAxtuXEtKgm6BFQqRAGqya/Creating-Connections for more information. 

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  • 2nd Annual International Women's Day with Enterprise

    Virtual

    Join Enterprise during the 2nd Annual International Women's Day! Two women professionals will share their career stories and what motivated them to move ahead. Their stories will empower and inspire you. Furthermore, gain career advice, connect with amazing leaders and start building your network. This event is open to all students! Enterprise has been consistently recognized as one of the …

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  • 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.

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  • Lithuania, Ukraine, Russia, and the Future of Europe (Recurring Event)

    Downtown DPAC 169A: DPAC 169A

    As a former Soviet state, Lithuania has experienced Russian rule, the challenge of achieving independence, and accession to the European Union. Today, it is a NATO member with a growing civil society and economy that strives to balance national security, community, and human rights. The panel will identify trends and prospects for the pivotal role Lithuania will play in European …

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  • IGNITE: NASA Virtual Info Session

    Virtual

    IGNITE (Impact, Grow, Network, Innovate, Translate and Educate in STEM) is a collaborative program with UCF Career Services and Experiential Learning that offers students informational, technical and professional development sessions with the world’s leading industries in engineering and computer science.

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  • Jazz Chamber Groups Concert (Recurring Event)

    Rehearsal Hall: Auditorium

    UCF's two Jazz Chamber Groups present a concert. These small groups (quartets to sextets) perform music appropriate to the level of musicianship in the group. Repertoire and improvisation skills are the main focus of these groups. Free admission, no ticket required.

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