UCF: by Category “Workshop/Conference”

  • Parallel Computing in R

    research 1: 101: 101

    This workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of using Parallel Processing within the context of High-Performance Computing (HPC) with R. Attendees will gain an understanding of the benefits and limitations of HPC, learn about the available provider platforms, and practice logging in and running jobs through both Open OnDemand (OOD) and from the Command Line Interface (CLI). The session emphasizes …

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  • Level Up Your Study Skills: Proven Strategies for College Courses

    Virtual

    Do you ever feel like your current study habits aren’t delivering the results you want? Are you searching for effective ways to excel in your classes and exams? Many students realize that the strategies that worked in high school don’t always translate to success in college. That’s because college courses bring new challenges: professors may be less personally involved, class sizes are larger, exams carry greater …

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  • Reading Academic Articles & Finding Your Research Niche (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Are you starting research and planning on conducting a literature review?  In this workshop, we will discuss how to write a literature review. Join us to learn the importance, purpose, and structure of a literature review. This workshop will also offer tools to starting a literature review and how to write one yourself!   Questions? Feel free to contact the Office …

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  • From Idea to Air: Designing Academic Podcasts

    Faculty Multimedia Center, Classroom Building 1: Room 201

    Boost student engagement with educational podcasts! Learn to plan, produce, and publish powerful episodes to enrich your course content or reach beyond the classroom. We'll also explore how AI tools can streamline your podcast production. This workshop is limited to faculty and staff.

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  • Budgeting 101

    CSEL 121

    Join Centsible Knights as we cover everything you need to know about the basics of budgeting and make your dollars make sense.

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  • Pre-Health Thursday: Diverse Careers in Pharmacy

    Virtual

    Curious about where a PharmD can take you? Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) invites you to this Pre-Health Thursday session featuring faculty from Palm Beach Atlantic University. These experts in Pharmacogenomics, Ambulatory Care, Research, and Oncology will share how they built their careers and found their niche. Whether you're just starting to explore pharmacy or already planning your path, this session will spotlight …

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  • Linux – Advanced Unix Shell Programming

    Virtual

    The "shell" in Unix is a generic term for the program that provides the basic user interface to the system. Typically, this would be a command line interface, but might also include a graphical interface (e.g., "gnome shell"). This workshop will cover commands common to most variations of Unix and Unix command line interface shells. The second hour of this …

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  • Easy Quiz Creation with Respondus 4

    Virtual

    Are you looking for a faster, easier way to create Quizzes for Webcourses@UCF? Respondus 4 is available to all faculty at UCF and allows you to format a Word document to create your quizzes. This workshop will review how to access the tool, format quiz questions, and use Respondus 4 to create and upload your quiz. Please note: Respondus 4 …

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  • Get Started in Undergraduate Research (Recurring Event)

    Dixon Career Center: DCC 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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  • UCF Transfer Application

    Virtual

    Ready to apply to UCF? Need assistance with completing the UCF application? Join us for the virtual UCF Application Workshop! Remember, the deadline to apply for (Summer, Fall, Spring) is (March 1, June 1, November 1)

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  • Interactive Performance Summit

    UCF Downtown

    Join us this February in Orlando for the first Interactive Performance Summit, presented in partnership with the University of Central Florida. Designed as a creative sampler rather than a deep dive, the Summit offers a wide-ranging exploration of ideas, formats, and approaches to interactive performance. With brief, focused sessions and a “creative buffet” of perspectives to experience, attendees are encouraged …

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  • Interactive Performance Summit

    UCF Downtown

    Join us this February in Orlando for the first Interactive Performance Summit, presented in partnership with the University of Central Florida. Designed as a creative sampler rather than a deep dive, the Summit offers a wide-ranging exploration of ideas, formats, and approaches to interactive performance. With brief, focused sessions and a “creative buffet” of perspectives to experience, attendees are encouraged …

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  • UCF Open Ed Live

    Virtual

    UCF Open Ed Live is a free online event designed to bring together higher education faculty, librarians, instructional designers, and others to explore the boundless opportunities of open education. It consists of three half-day virtual events with drop-in sessions for extended conversations on key topics. Speakers will present informational sessions, participate in panel discussions, and lead interactive workshops for attendees. …

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  • Decked Out: Slide Design that Works

    Faculty Multimedia Center, Classroom Building 1: Room 201

    Say goodbye to slide overload! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to design clean, accessible, and compelling slides that actually support student learning. We’ll explore free tools like PowerPoint, Canva, and Adobe Express, then dive into practical design strategies like bulleted text, purposeful visuals, accessible fonts and color contrast, and reading order. You'll also learn tips for sharing and presenting …

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  • Talk Smart: Networking for Health, Law & Grad School

    Dixon Career Center: DCC 121

    Getting ready for a fair or admissions event? This structured work session hosted by Academic Advancement Programs will help you feel confident, prepared, and intentional when connecting with professionals, admissions reps, and program leaders. We’ll start with a short presentation on networking strategies—what to say, how to follow up, and how to make a memorable impression—then break into small groups …

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  • Ask Me: About Studying Abroad?

    UCF Student Union Key West: Room 218A

    This informational session connects first-generation students with study abroad advisors and campus resources while empowering them to explore global opportunities, understand the application process, and access support for international learning experiences.

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  • Thesis and Dissertation 101: Formatting Demo (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Finishing your thesis or dissertation soon? Join us to learn how to compile your work into UCF’s official Microsoft Word Template so your electronic thesis or dissertation (ETD) is formatted to be compliant with UCF’s requirements and policies, including digital accessibility. This workshop will also include an overview of the Format Review process and expectations. For additional information, please see: …

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  • Talk Tuesday: Decoding LSAC CAS Reports

    Virtual

    Academic Advancement Programs invites you to join a session focused on understanding LSAC’s Credential Assembly Service (CAS) Reports and their role in the law school application process. This session will provide a general overview of what CAS reports include, how they are used by law schools, and key steps students should be aware of as they prepare their applications. Participants will leave …

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  • Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) Information Session

    Virtual

    Maximize 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, …

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  • Savings with Fairwinds Credit Union

    John T. Washington Center

    Centsible Knights is partnering with Fairwinds Credit Union to teach you everything you need to know about savings.  Join us and learn all about different savings strategies and tools!

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  • Personalize Student Learning Experiences Using Canvas Mastery Paths

    Faculty Multimedia Center, Classroom Building 1: Room 201

    In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to build Mastery Paths (MP) in Webcourses. MP enables you to deliver personalized learning experiences tailored to student performance, providing extra support where it’s needed most at zero cost to students. Backed by research and real classroom use, our facilitators will share how MP has improved student achievement and satisfaction. After this workshop, …

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  • Welcome Wednesday: Mastering Recommendation Letters for Graduate School Applications

    Virtual

    Academic Advancement Programs invites you to this Welcome Wednesday session featuring Dr. Vanessa Gonzalez-Perez, Associate Vice Dean for Academic Excellence & Engagement at the University of Pennsylvania. Join us for a focused discussion on mastering recommendation letters for graduate school applications, where Dr. Gonzalez-Perez will share practical tips for choosing strong recommenders, building meaningful relationships, and requesting letters in a …

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  • Welcome Wednesday: Mastering Recommendation Letters for Graduate School Applications

    Virtual

    Academic Advancement Programs invites you to this Welcome Wednesday session featuring Dr. Vanessa Gonzalez-Perez, Associate Vice Dean for Academic Excellence & Engagement at the University of Pennsylvania. Join us for a focused discussion on mastering recommendation letters for graduate school applications, where Dr. Gonzalez-Perez will share practical tips for choosing strong recommenders, building meaningful relationships, and requesting letters in a …

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  • CCIE Virtual Research Circle (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Join the CCIE Virtual Bi-Weekly Research Circles—a space where faculty from UCF’s College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) and across the university come together to share ideas, spark interdisciplinary dialogue, and explore community-based research initiatives.  Dates and Topics 9/3/2025 - RAST Services and research Faculty Support 9/17/2025 - CCIE Service Centers - CREST, CASTLE Lab, PEER 10/1/2025 - Centers …

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  • Building AI Chatbots and Agents with Microsoft Copilot Studio

    Virtual

    Learn how AI-powered agents can be designed, built, and deployed using Microsoft Copilot Studio in this demonstration-based workshop. The presenter will walk through the creation of a conversational agent, configuration of basic conversation flows, and publishing the agent both within Copilot Studio and to Microsoft Teams. The session will also introduce foundational concepts including the difference between chatbots and agents, …

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