UCF: by Category “Workshop/Conference”

  • 25th Annual Nonprofit Partners Conference

    DPAC 106 UCF Downtown

    The conference is hosted by the UCF School of Public Administration’s Nonprofit Advisory Board. Join us as we focus on using innovation to responsibly solve problems in the nonprofit sector. In a world where unpredictability is the only constant, nonprofit organizations are being called to lead responsibly with agility, purpose, and bold thinking. Collaborative Intelligence: People, partnerships, and the emergence …

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  • Intermediate Python with database programming

    R1:101: Research 1, Room 101

    In this workshop, three key pillars of Python development will be explored: error handling, user-defined functions, and database programming.First, the tools needed to build robust and resilient code will be introduced through comprehensive error-handling techniques. Participants will be shown how errors can be anticipated and managed gracefully, ensuring that programs function smoothly and remain reliable in the face of unexpected …

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  • GPU Programming Using OpenACC

    Partnership 3 Building: 233

    The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present an OpenACC GPU programming workshop. OpenACC is the accepted standard using compiler directives to allow quick development of GPU capable codes using standard languages and compilers. It has been used with great success to accelerate real applications within very short development periods. This workshop assumes knowledge of either C or Fortran programming. …

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  • Designing Your Special Programs Course: From Needs Assessment to Design

    Virtual

    This interactive session will guide UCF faculty and staff through the process of designing effective non-academic courses, known as Special Programs, using the ADDIE instructional design model. Participants will explore how to conduct a needs assessment, define clear goals, organize content, and create an engaging and accessible learning experience. They will also receive a ready-to-use Special Programs Course Model that …

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  • Supercharge Your Day Job with Artificial Intelligence

    Virtual

    Many of us have tried Generative AI (GenAI) like ChatGPT before, but what about using it in your “day job” at UCF? Where are the areas where GenAI can make us faster and more productive? We’ll briefly review what GenAI is and how it works, then address its advantages and weaknesses. We will also touch on effective prompt engineering before …

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  • Budgeting 101

    Virtual

    Join Centsible Knights as we go over everything you need to know about managing your money.  Budgeting is one of the best strategies for taking control of your finances, from making sure your day to day expenses are met all the way to setting and achieving financial goals.  We'll cover it all in this webinar!

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  • Talk Tuesday: Interview Tips for Law School

    Virtual

    Join the Dixon Career Development Center for this Talk Tuesday session, part of our ongoing series featuring the University of Florida's Fredric G. Levin College of Law. This workshop introduces students to the law school interview process and provides strategies for presenting themselves with clarity, confidence, and professionalism. Participants will learn how to prepare effectively, respond to a variety of interview …

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  • Introduction: Research Insights & Exploration

    John C Hitt Library: 402: 402

    Introduction: Research Insights & ExplorationDate: Wednesday, September 30, 2026Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMLocation: LIB 402Description:This workshop is designed for STEM majors who want to explore research opportunities and learn how to take the first steps. We’ll cover how to find research mentors and opportunities, approach faculty, get involved in a research lab, and make the most of the experience. Attendees …

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  • Welcome Wednesday: Decoding the GRE

    Virtual

    Join the Dixon Career Development Center for this Welcome Wednesday session featuring ETS. This workshop introduces students to the GRE and provides an overview of the exam's structure, content areas, and scoring. Participants will gain a better understanding of what to expect on test day, explore general preparation strategies, and learn about resources available to support their success. 

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  • EAP: Mindfulness: An Experiential Workshop

    Virtual

    Mindfulness can reduce stress and improve concentration, focus, health, efficiency and accuracy. In this workshop, participants will review the key principles of mindfulness, and be guided through real-life exercises that demonstrate its impact on many different stressors, challenges and situations.

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  • Data Cleaning and Preprocessing using R

    R1:101: Research 1, Room 101

    Learn basic programming in R through practical data pre-processing tasks. Participants will learn how to use R to import, inspect, clean, transform, summarize, reshape, and export messy datasets. The session will include guided demonstrations and hands-on exercises where attendees practice writing R code using common tools and packages.  Learning outcomes: - Introduction to R - Importing and inspecting data - Cleaning column …

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  • How to Create Accessible PDFs Using Adobe Acrobat (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    How 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 …

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  • Plug In Orlando! Presentation, Pitches & Pizza (Recurring Event)

    SPRK: 101

    Plug In Orlando! is a monthly, in-person event series held on the UCF main campus bringing together founders, researchers, public sector leaders, and industry partners working across smart cities, aerospace, deeptech, mobility, energy, enterprise & AI, real estate and construction, advanced manufacturing, and sustainability. Each monthly session focuses on a different topic and may include a feature guest speaker, a …

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  • Structured Query Language (SQL)

    R1:101: Research 1, Room 101

    Structured Query Language (SQL) is used for data retrieval, searching, modification, and reporting by relational database systems. This workshop is an introductory level course aimed at researchers and students new to databases. You will learn how to explore data stored in databases like Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server, mySQL, Oracle, and SQLite using SQL. You will gain hands-on experience querying, …

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  • Writing an Abstract for Conferences (Recurring Event)

    Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center: 121 and Virtual

    Acquire skills to write a strong abstract and to synthesize your research or creative work for a presentation.  Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu) 

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  • Talk Tuesday: Law Admissions Panel

    Virtual

    Join the Dixon Career Development Center for this Talk Tuesday session, part of our ongoing series featuring admissions representatives from a variety of law schools. This panel provides students with the opportunity to hear directly from law school recruiters and admissions professionals about the law school application process. Participants will gain insight into what admissions committees consider, learn strategies for …

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  • Overleaf Beginner and Intermediate Features

    Virtual

    If you are starting your Overleaf journey and looking for a clear, beginner‑friendly introduction to LaTeX, this workshop is designed for you. Overleaf is a collaborative, cloud‑based platform that streamlines the process of creating professional documents using LaTeX—an essential tool for producing research papers, theses, posters, and technical reports.Learning outcomes:- Overleaf and LaTeX Basics- Creating a new project- Using Visual …

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  • Fast-Track Video Editing with Microsoft Clipchamp

    Faculty Multimedia Center, Classroom Building 1: Room 201

    New to Microsoft Clipchamp or curious about its latest features? In this step-by-step workshop, you’ll learn how to log in, organize your media, record new footage, and edit with confidence. We’ll also show you how to use Clipchamp’s built-in AI tools for captions and audio descriptions, ensuring your videos are polished, shareable, and accessible for all learners. In this workshop, …

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  • Welcome Wednesday: Getting Strong Letters of Recommendation

    Virtual

    Join the Dixon Career Development Center for this Welcome Wednesday session, part of our ongoing series featuring Raquel Toro-Espinal, Assistant Director at the Dixon Career Development Center, and Dr. Natalia Toro, Director of the Office of Undergraduate Research. This workshop helps students understand how to secure strong letters of recommendation for graduate school applications. Participants will learn how to identify …

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  • Get HIP: Study Abroad Student Panel

    Trevor Colbourn Hall Room 202: 202

    Ready for an adventure? Explore Study Abroad with UCF Abroad! Join us to learn how you can get involved in a High-Impact Experience through studying abroad. Join us and hear directly from students who recently participated in a UCF Abroad experience. Learn how studying abroad can enhance your college experience while discovering: ✈️ The personal, academic, and career benefits of studying …

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  • Centers and Institutes: CCIE Virtual Research Circle

    Virtual

    Join faculty from across CCIE and UCF to learn about the college's centers and institutes. This session will highlight some potential collaboration opportunities. List of Centers and Institutes: Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities (FCSUA) Center for Community Schools (CCS) Marriage and Family Research Institute (MFRI) Center for Public and Nonprofit Management (CPNM) Toni Jennings Exceptional Education Institute (TJEEI) …

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  • UCF Transfer Application Workshop

    Virtual

    Ready to apply to UCF? Need assistance with completing the UCF application?  Join us for the virtual UCF Application Workshop! Transfer Application deadline dates: Summer: March 1 Fall: June 1 Spring: November 1

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  • Get Started in Undergraduate Research (Recurring Event)

    Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center: 121 and 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.  Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu) 

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  • Small Changes, Big Impact: Improving Student Engagement and Success

    Faculty Multimedia Center, Classroom Building 1: Room 201

    Discover practical, evidence-based strategies that can enhance student engagement, accessibility, and success in online and hybrid courses. This interactive workshop explores small course design improvements that can create meaningful learning outcomes without requiring a complete redesign. Participants will leave with actionable ideas and a personalized plan to strengthen their teaching and support student success. In this workshop, you'll learn to:  …

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  • How to Create Accessible Videos

    Virtual

    How to Create Accessible Videos covers the fundamentals of making video content accessible, including captioning and audio description. Learn various methods for captioning videos and get familiar with UCF’s approved captioning vendors and services. For UCF employees use the Register Now button to register on Workday. For students use the [Open Virtual Location Link ] to join the waiting room.

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