The 2023 Florida Folklore Society annual meeting will take place February 24, 2023. It is a hybrid event, with some portions online and others in person. This year’s theme is: Folklorists at Work and Networking: Approaches to Researching and Promoting Folklore in the Sunshine State and Beyond. There will be two virtual sessions featuring presentations and discussions by former Florida …
Events @ UCFIt's our favorite week of the year: Engineers Week! Join us as we celebrate with a variety of free events to showcase that just about every modern convenience is possible because of engineers. Learn how to fly a drone, race a carboard boat of your own design, see what projects our students are working on, meet our industry partners in …
Events @ UCFThe Downtown Campus Library is bringing back one of our most popular programs, Blind Date with a Book! Celebrate Valentine’s Day by finding a match among our eligible books. Each book comes with a dating profile and bookmark. Popular fiction books have all been giftwrapped. No chance to judge a book by its cover here; you have to find the …
Events @ UCFHelp us maintain a safe and ready blood supply for cancer patients, trauma patients, or when unexpected tragedies occur. The OneBlood bus will park on Memory Mall near the Veterans Memorial. Walk-ups are welcomed, and appointments are appreciated!
Events @ UCF(Dis)comfort navigates constructed human experiences, environments, and practices meant to soothe the existential discomfort integral to the lived experience. This exhibition showcases the thesis work of three Master of Fine Arts candidates in the Studio Art & Design MFA track at the UCF School of Visual Arts & Design. Leeann Rae utilizes charcoal and soft pastel to dissect our understanding …
Events @ UCFFacilitators: Kavita Sawh and Azon Bonifacio Description:As the foundational workshop facilitated by UCF’s Office of Diversity Education and Training, this workshop explores three key concepts – diversity, inclusion, and equity. Discussions and activities develop the following ideas: human diversity is broad and includes all the ways in which we differ, understanding our similarities is key to developing connections, inclusion …
Events @ UCFEnneaKnights: Exploring Leadership Potential Through an Enneagram Lens | Feb. 22 | 10-11 a.m. | Sand Key, Room 220, Student Union Want to explore your personality and how it impacts your optimal leadership style? As a leader, strengths and growth opportunities, are important to examine in order to become the best version of yourself. The Enneagram is a typing system …
Events @ UCFThis discussion is about what we should do to address unprecedented challenges that may hinder future generations from leading successful and economically secure lives. The guide outlines three different ways of considering the issue. Each suggests actions we might take, along with trade-offs we would have to accept. Altogether, these options allow participants to explore important values and tensions shared …
Events @ UCFDeliberative Dialogue: Youth and Opportunity | Feb. 22 | 10:30-12:30 p.m. | Room 220, Classroom Building 1 Join facilitator Shelby Melfi for a deliberative discussion about what we should do to address challenges that may hinder future generations from leading successful and economically secure lives. Join this dialogue to share your voice on this topic that will affect student success …
Events @ UCFFreshman, how do you craft a winning resume as you begin your academic career? This webinar for freshman students highlights how to incorporate and plan for collegiate co-curricular experiences on a resume.
Events @ UCFStarting 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 …
Events @ UCFLEAD Library | Feb. 22 |12 p.m. -1:30 p.m. | Key West, Room 218 (C&D), Student Union Join this interactive program to hear the personal stories to the amazing leaders in a one-on-on or small group setting. The stories last about five minutes and can focus on leadership which is why we call it the LEAD Library. Keep in mind, …
Events @ UCFGetting and using your free ORCID iD and ORCID record can help you save time and get credit for your work in funding, publishing, and research reporting workflows. Funding organizations, publishers, and research institutions are increasingly requiring or asking for ORCID iDs from researchers, so this workshop will help you make sure you are ahead of the game. In this …
Events @ UCFThis Professional MSM Human Resources Virtual Information Session will provide program details including the program SHRM-approved curriculum, learning outcomes, SHRM prep course, sample schedule, admission requirements and application deadline. Take this opportunity to meet our admissions team and program director, Lynn Becker, Ph.D.
Events @ UCFThe UCF Recreation and Wellness Center is celebrating National Eating Disorder Awareness Week with a series of themed Group Exercise classes! Join us for a week of body positivity & self-love!
Events @ UCFCome to the Italian language Hour to improve your Italian communication skills and meet new friends. This activity is for students who want to improve their Italian skills, and native speakers are welcome.
Events @ UCFLearn the basics of interviewing and strategies to develop and improve your interview skills. This workshop addresses general preparation, researching companies, what to expect, and answering interview questions. Visit Handshake to learn more!
Events @ UCFPresident's Leadership Council | Feb. 22 from 1:30-2:30 p.m. | Sand Key, Room 220, Student Union The President's Leadership Council (PLC) is a select group of 35 student ambassadors who represent UCF at presidential events, including appreciation receptions, university Board of Trustees’ and state Board of Governors’ functions, commencement and in the President’s Suite at campus sporting events. Learn about how …
Events @ UCFGulf Scholars Program: Working Across Differences to Build Climate Resilience | Feb. 22 | 2:30 p.m.- 4 p.m. | Egmont Key, Room 220, Student Union This session will introduce students to the UCF Gulf Scholars Program, a paid two-year undergraduate research and creative opportunity launching in Fall 2023. Come and learn more about the issues facing the Gulf of Mexico coastal …
Events @ UCFThe Knights of Distinction ePortfolio Design Tips and Tricks Workshop is a hands-on workshop where you can apply the tips and tricks provided by Knights of Distinction to create your ePortfolio. You'll receive insight into how to ethically post your ePortfolio, prevent copyright infringement issues, and create a layout that is comprised of the components that will showcase your work …
Events @ UCFSuicide is the 2nd leading cause of death for college students. In this suicide prevention training, you will learn how to identify individuals at risk, talk with them about their suicidal thoughts, and refer them to resources for health. Suicide is preventable and you can help save a life! This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) …
Events @ UCFHow to Start Something BIG | Feb. 22 | 3-4 p.m. | BA 1, Room 135, Student Union This experiential session with Cameron Ford will engage students in efforts to solve big problems with big ideas using modern entrepreneurship methods and models. Entrepreneurs are the ones who make innovations available to society. This session will provide students with a fun …
Events @ UCFThis is a Group Exercise Certification Course that prepares students to become a Group Exercise Instructor.
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