Join us for the 10th Annual Criminal Justice and Public Service Conference, organized by Lambda Alpha Epsilon. This half-day event supports students’ academic and professional development while connecting them with leaders in the criminal justice and public service fields. The conference features career-focused workshops and a networking career fair, where 40–50 local, state, and federal justice agencies, private organizations, and …
UCFMaximize your undergraduate experience at UCF by participating in the Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program. Join us to learn more. The Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program allows juniors and seniors from all disciplines to engage in original and independent research as principal investigators. Over the course of two to four semesters, students work closely with a faculty committee to research, …
UCFCentsible Knights is partnering with FAIRWINDs Credit Union to cover everything you need to know about maintaining your credit. We'll cover various tools to track and maintain your credit as well as tips and tricks to keep your credit healthy and growing. Light refreshments will be served to those who attend on campus!
UCFAcademic Advancement Programs invites you to this Welcome Wednesday session featuring Chloe Sherwood, Admissions Coordinator from the UCF College of Graduate Studies. This workshop will help students navigate the graduate school application process with confidence. Participants will learn how to create a clear application plan, prepare key application materials, and submit documents effectively. The session will also cover crafting strong …
UCFUnlock the potential of generative AI for your research with Amazon Bedrock, AWS's fully managed service providing access to leading foundation models from AI21 Labs, Anthropic, Cohere, Meta, Mistral AI, Stability AI, and Amazon. This hands-on workshop introduces you to the fundamentals of large language models, demonstrates how to build intelligent knowledge bases using Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), and shows …
UCFCreating Accessible Designs Using Canva introduces the basics of designing inclusive digital content using Canva. Learn how to apply accessibility principles in Canva by using high-contrast colors, accessible fonts, alt text, and screen reader–friendly layouts. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete How to Create Accessible PDFs beforehand for foundational knowledge. A Canva account and device are recommended for hands-on practice.
UCFGet help developing your new venture proposal and your application for the Joust New Venture Competition. This workshop will be led by Dr. Cameron Ford who has led the Joust for 20 years and supported thousands of student entrepreneurs at UCF. He will offer tips and tricks to help you submit a creative and credible proposal and improve your odds …
UCFCurious about how studying human movement can lead to careers in health, research, or performance? Academic Advancement Programs invites you to this session for an inside look at the UCF Kinesiology master’s and doctoral programs, including curriculum highlights and admissions tips. The session will also explore how kinesiology connects to clinical exercise physiology, rehabilitation, and healthcare, highlighting pathways that link …
UCFAre 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. Come to meet with OUR representatives to learn more about how to participate in undergrad research and to address any …
UCFAre 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. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
UCFThis interactive workshop helps graduate students develop strategies for writing strong research introductions for papers, articles, theses, and dissertations. Through discussion and guided writing activities, participants will learn how to establish significance, identify relevant library and academic sources, engage prior scholarship, and position their own research within disciplinary expectations. Build clarity, confidence, and momentum in your long-term writing projects by …
UCFExplore high-impact opportunities to grow as a scholar and prepare for graduate or professional school. This session introduces five signature programs of Academic Advancement Programs: McNair Scholars Research and Mentoring Program (RAMP) Pre-Graduate Knights Pre-Health Scholars Pre-Law Scholars Discover the benefits of joining—such as mentorship, skill development, and preparation for advanced degrees—and gain strategies to become a competitive applicant. This …
UCFHow to Create Accessible PDFs introduces the basics of remediating PDF documents for accessibility. Learn how to tag content, set the correct reading order, and address common barriers in PDFs. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete How to Create Accessible Documents – Microsoft Office beforehand to build foundational knowledge. A device with Adobe Acrobat is recommended but not required to follow …
UCFJoin us for a hands-on session where we’ll walk through our Universal Design Online content Inspection Tool (UDOIT), a tool within Webcourses@UCF that scans your course for accessibility issues and helps you fix them quickly. Discover why accessibility is important, gain practical experience using UDOIT in your courses, and deepen your understanding of best practices for accessible course design.Be sure …
UCFAcademic Advancement Programs invites you to learn more about careers in physical and occupational therapy. Join Alexis Einav from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences for an engaging session exploring their Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Master/Doctor of Occupational Therapy (MOT & OTD) programs. In this session, you’ll discover program highlights, admission requirements, and what makes their …
UCFAcademic Advancement Programs is excited to welcome Alex Salom, MBA Admissions Coordinator at Harvard University, as the speaker for an exclusive session on advanced business degrees. Join us to learn about early exposure programs, MBA opportunities, and deferred admissions options, and gain practical guidance on how to prepare for graduate study while still an undergraduate. Alex will provide insights into the application …
UCFThinking about how to address gaps or irregularities in your law school application? Academic Advancement Programs invites you to join this session on writing effective addenda. An addendum is a short, professional statement that explains issues—like a dip in grades, LSAT score differences, or disciplinary matters—so admissions committees can fairly evaluate your candidacy. We’ll cover when an addendum is appropriate, …
UCFApplying to an advanced degree program? Learn how to make your application shine by aligning your experiences with the BEAM framework (Belonging, Engaging, Achieving, and Meaning). This session hosted by Academic Advancement Programs offers practical strategies to help you reflect on your story, showcase your impact, and stand out with purpose. Whether you're pre-health, pre-law, or pre-grad, you'll leave with tools to build …
UCFOmeka Classic is a web publishing platform that can be used for content management, creating digital collections, teaching, and research. This workshop introduces Omeka Classic, and provides an overview of how to create items, build a collection, and develop a public site.
UCFHow does your research make an impact? Can it solve problems, improve lives, or benefit society? The Impact of Research Competition provides students the opportunity to present their work in a 5-minute oral presentation, highlighting its real-world benefits. Join us to see the top 8 finalists showcase the impact of their research before a panel of judges. The finalists are: …
UCFSip lemonade while sharpening your professional brand! At LinkedIn & Lemonade, students will learn tips to improve their LinkedIn profiles, resumes, and networking strategies. Plus, get a headshot taken to elevate your online presence.
UCFDon't miss the Student Scholar Symposium, UCF's premier event showcasing groundbreaking graduate and undergraduate student research! Come discover the innovative ideas and original work being produced by UCF's brightest undergraduate and graduate minds as they present their research to the university community. Whether you're a student, faculty member, or simply curious, this is your chance to engage with the next …
UCFAcademic Advancement Programs invites you to join us for an inside look at the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at UCF. The session begins with an overview of the curriculum, admissions process, and unique opportunities that sets UCF’s DPT program apart. From there, we’ll expand the conversation to explore physical therapy as a dynamic and growing field—covering career pathways, …
UCFLaTeX is a software for document preparation and is used frequently in academic and research communities for scientific writing e.g., journals, theses, presentations, etc. This is a hands-on workshop that will cover basic material suitable for audience that have little or no prior experience with LaTeX.The workshop will use Overleaf which is a freely available online LaTeX editor. Participants are …
UCFJoin us for an engaging afternoon celebrating research, innovation, and collaboration in the CCIE Research Community. The CCIE Research Impact Showcase 2026 highlights innovative projects by students and faculty engaged in multidisciplinary research. Join us to connect with colleagues, explore meaningful research, and see how CCIE’s work is making a difference in our community. Student winners will also receive scholarship …
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