Events in the College of Arts and Humanities

Events This Week

Sunday, November 17, 2024
  • Theatre UCF Presents "Rhinoceros" (Recurring Event)

    Theatre UCF: Black Box: TH 6

    Embrace the absurd world of Eugène Ionesco’s iconic drama, Rhinoceros. Follow Bérenger, an ordinary man caught in the midst of an extraordinary epidemic as neighbors are transformed into rhinoceroses. As chaos reigns and societal norms crumble, Bérenger must find the courage to resist conformity and reclaim his individuality. Ionesco’s provocative masterpiece is a searing indictment of complacency and mob mentality, …

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  • UCF Concert Band and University Orchestra

    UCF Pegasus Ballroom

    The UCF Concert Band and University Orchestra, the two non-auditioned ensembles in the UCF Bands, featuring works by many of the wind band’s most exciting emerging composers.

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Monday, November 18, 2024
  • Drop-In Drafting Lab (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 109: Trevor Colbourn Hall 109

    Starting a writing assignment, and don’t know where to begin? The University Writing Center’s Drop-In Drafting Lab can help! No appointments 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! The Drafting Lab will be unavailable on the following …

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  • Florida France Soldier Stories Virtual Research Workshop

    Virtual

    Join the Florida France Soldier Stories Team for a presentation and interactive workshop. Learn how to conduct research and learn about your own World War II Veterans. How do I find primary sources about my WWII Vet? How do I learn about my WWII Vet’s unit? How can I order my WWII Vet’s service record from the National Archives? Join …

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  • Language Speed Dating

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316)

    You are invited! The Language Speed Dating takes part during the International Education Week offering all interested students in languages the opportunity to learn basic phrases, try out writing systems, and experience pronunciation. Students will find their true language match!Instructors from different languages teach fun 10-minute mini-lessons simultaneously during the event. Participate in the different lessons by visiting all the …

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  • Former Walt Disney Imagineering President Bob Weis Conversation and Book Signing

    Classroom Building 2: Room 101

    Join Bob Weis, former President of Walt Disney Imagineering, for a conversation and book signing. Bob Weis was an Imagineer over a forty-year span, from 1980 to 2023. In those years, Bob worked on every Disney park and resort around the world from Tokyo Disneyland (and later its accompanying park, Tokyo DisneySea) and Disney Hollywood Studios to the reinvention of …

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Tuesday, November 19, 2024
  • Drop-In Drafting Lab (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 109: Trevor Colbourn Hall 109

    Starting a writing assignment, and don’t know where to begin? The University Writing Center’s Drop-In Drafting Lab can help! No appointments 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! The Drafting Lab will be unavailable on the following …

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  • Reaching for the Stars as a Global Citizen: An Intellectual Journey of Asia and the World 2024 Lecture Series (Recurring Event)

    Visual Arts Building: 111

    With 60 percent of the world’s population, Asia is not only home to the world’s oldest civilizations, it also represents cultural and economic vitality. Asia has a major role in manufacturing, technology and investment markets. Non-governmental organizations specializing in economic development, healthcare and environmental protection are also active throughout Asia. This series will provide a rare opportunity for students and …

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  • Special Lecture: “Do not fret that on the road ahead there will be no friends, / for who is there in tianxia who does not know you?”: Tianxia 天下, Poetics, and A Journey Home

    Visual Arts Building: 111

    This special lecture is presented by Lanlan Kuang, Associate Professor of Philosophy, University of Central Florida. This is part of the Reaching for the Stars as a Global Citizen: An Intellectual Journey of Asia and the World lecture series. This lecture series provides a rare opportunity for students to learn first-hand from esteemed scholars one of the most important regions in the world …

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  • Study Abroad Barcelona - SPN 1121 (Elementary Spanish II) Virtual Info Session

    Virtual

    Learn about the opportunity to enroll in the Elementary Spanish Language and Civilization II (SPN1121) course at the UCF Barcelona Center in Barcelona, Spain this Summer 2025.   Come and chat with Spanish Instructor Carolina Salazar, and UCF Abroad Associate Director Matt Ryan about the opportunity to take your next Spanish class (SPN1121) in Barcelona. If you are interested in this …

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  • RSVP Faculty Culture Night: Russian Style

    Classroom Building 1

    Join Dr. K and her students (featuring Evan Partidas!) as they explore Russian culture in a fun, faculty-focused evening. This time, discover how marching music pumps up Russian life and enjoy a spread of traditional Russian dishes. Faculty don’t miss this RSVP-only cultural deep dive! Classroom Building N1, Room 205

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  • UCF Knights Trumpet Ensemble Concert

    Rehearsal Hall

    A performance on UCF Campus featuring the Knights Trumpet Ensemble.

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  • UCF Jazz Ensemble II Concert

    Rehearsal Hall

    Jazz Ensemble II is a standard instrumentation big band geared toward training music education majors in the jazz idiom and developing skills in applied jazz performance. The group performs a varied repertoire of standard literature as well as new pieces composed and arranged for big band. The ensemble performs locally and regionally several times per semester.

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Wednesday, November 20, 2024
  • Connecting Classrooms: UCF & Russia

    UCF Global: 103

    Our 14-year-strong “Connecting Classrooms” project connects UCF’s intermediate Russian students with Lyceum N7 students in Russia. They’ll be comparing educational styles and perspectives, diving into real-life language practice, and creating cross-cultural understanding. Drop by to witness language learning in action!

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  • Why Russian? A Guest Talk with Dr. Morris

    Trevor Coulborn Hall 201: TCH 201

    Dr. Morris shares his journey with the Russian language and how it changed his life. Perfect for those curious about how studying Russian can shape careers, worldviews, and more. All are welcome!

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  • Drop-In Drafting Lab (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 109: Trevor Colbourn Hall 109

    Starting a writing assignment, and don’t know where to begin? The University Writing Center’s Drop-In Drafting Lab can help! No appointments 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! The Drafting Lab will be unavailable on the following …

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  • Café francophone/French Café (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 358B

    Le café francophone Due to campus closure on October 9, event will be canceled.  Vous voulez améliorer votre français oral? (Would you like to improve your French speaking skills?) Vous aimeriez connaître des étudiant.e.s qui ont la même passion que vous pour la langue française?(Would you like to meet students who share your passion for the French language?) Bienvenu.e.s au …

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  • “Orlando-Saint Petersburg” Zoom Conference with SRAS

    UCF Global: 103

    Join a Zoom conference with SRAS as Dr. K leads a conversation about cultural nuances in her book “Picturing Russia: A Research Guide to Russian Culture.” This advanced Russian class session is for anyone curious about understanding Russian culture on a deeper level—no passport required!  

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  • Russian American Students’ Association: Scholarship & Study Abroad Info

    UCF Global

    Dr. K has been helping students pursue scholarships, internships, and study abroad opportunities for over a decade. Join her and the Russian American Students’ Association for this info-packed session on available programs and tips on acing your application process! Mark your calendars, tell a friend, and get ready to immerse yourself in a week of Russian culture, music, education, and …

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  • Theatre UCF Presents "Rhinoceros" (Recurring Event)

    Theatre UCF: Black Box: TH 6

    Embrace the absurd world of Eugène Ionesco’s iconic drama, Rhinoceros. Follow Bérenger, an ordinary man caught in the midst of an extraordinary epidemic as neighbors are transformed into rhinoceroses. As chaos reigns and societal norms crumble, Bérenger must find the courage to resist conformity and reclaim his individuality. Ionesco’s provocative masterpiece is a searing indictment of complacency and mob mentality, …

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Thursday, November 21, 2024
  • Drop-In Drafting Lab (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 109: Trevor Colbourn Hall 109

    Starting a writing assignment, and don’t know where to begin? The University Writing Center’s Drop-In Drafting Lab can help! No appointments 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! The Drafting Lab will be unavailable on the following …

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  • CHDR Presents: Jesse Cook

    Center for Humanities and Digital Research: TCH 325

    Dr. Jesse Cook, Associate Professor of Trumpet, will deliver a talk: “Throughthe Looking Glass: A Study of Academic Research Approached by Music Studio Faculty” CHDR Presents is an ongoing talk series hosted by the Center for Humanities and Digital Research where scholars share innovative, award-winning, creative research to both showcase their work and foster collaboration. Free and open to the …

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  • Movie Knight

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 325: CHDR 325

    Join the UCF Community Veterans History Project for an evening of food and fun as we watch Top Gun: Maverick!

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  • UCF Symphony Orchestra Open Dress Rehearsal

    St. Luke's Lutheran Church

    The UCF Symphony Orchestra opens the doors for a dress rehearsal in preparation for their concert the following night as part of the St. Lukes Concert Series featuring Rebecca Burkardt as Guest Conductor. The UCF Symphony Orchestra is a full orchestra with strings, brass, woodwind and percussion. The group performs literature of the highest caliber by master composers such as Bach, …

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