UCF Events

Upcoming Events

  • Basic Prompt Engineering: Introduction and Hands-On Demo with OpenAI Models

    Virtual

    Prompt engineering is the practice of writing clear and effective instructions to get better responses from large language models (LLMs). This beginner-friendly workshop introduces the basic ideas of prompt engineering and shows how small changes in a prompt can improve the quality, accuracy, and usefulness of AI-generated responses.Participants will learn simple and practical techniques such as giving clear instructions, assigning …

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  • UCF Healthcare Informatics Professional Science MS Information Session

    Virtual

    Join us for an information session for the UCF Online Healthcare Informatics Professional Science MS program.

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  • Life as a Knight: Admitted Student Forums

    Virtual

    In these open forum-style sessions, admitted students can talk with current Knights about what life is really like at UCF. From campus involvement to housing, food to academics, no topic is off limits here. Panels are moderated by a UCF student ambassador.

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  • Transfer to be a Knight Information Session

    Virtual

    Thinking about transferring to UCF? Join us for Transfer to Be a Knight, a live, 45-minute virtual information session designed to help you navigate the transfer process with confidence.  Led by a UCF admission counselor, this session covers everything you need to know – from application and academic requirements to transfer credit review, scholarships, and next steps to becoming a Knight.    …

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  • Student Loan Repayment

    Virtual

    Attention all student loan borrowers:  There are big changes coming up when it comes to how to repay your student loans!  Join Centsible Knights as we cover everything you need to know to prepare for when repayment begins post graduation.

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  • Scrolling Toward Identity: How Young People Make Meaning from News and Politics Online

    Virtual

    In this webinar, Rachel Besharat Mann presents findings from her recent article, Navigating Digital Realities, published in the Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy. Drawing on qualitative research with young people, the study examines how adolescents engage with social media as a primary source of news, political information, and identity exploration. Rather than positioning youth as passive consumers or victims …

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  • Critiques and Career Express Virtual Pop-In (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Join us virtually each Friday anytime between 11am to 1pm without an appointment this Spring semester. Simply go to go.ucf.edu/CSpopin for the zoom registration. We will accept you into the zoom once we have an available Career Counselor to assist you with your resume, cover letter, LinkedIn profile, or quick career questions! 

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  • CREOL Spring Colloquium: Laura Sinclair, NIST

    CREOL: CROL-103 and Virtual

    Title: Frequency-Comb-Based Optical Timing Networks Abstract: The optical frequency comb has enabled a wide range of frequency, time and distance metrology applications due to its precise, rigid, and referenced optical output. However, the very rigidity which makes the frequency comb an excellent time-frequency ruler places limits on its applicability for comb-based sensing applications with many operating far from quantum-limited sensitivity. For instance, …

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  • Adult First Aid/CPR/AED - Blended Learning

    RWC Wet Classroom

    The RWC offers American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED, First Aid Blended Learning classes. The Blended Learning class includes an online portion (most participants can complete this in approximately 2 hours) and an instructor-led class skills session (approximately two hours long). The online portion must be completed prior to attending the in-class skills session. Each participant who successfully completes the course …

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  • Giving and Getting Emotional Support

    Virtual

    This workshop explores the meaning of emotional support, signs of lack of emotional support and how it affects the relationship, and steps to increase the emotional support you give and get. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS and other workshops.

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  • Lead the Future of Student Personnel

    Virtual

    The University of Central Florida (UCF) Higher Education Leadership Program invites prospective students to join a virtual information session on graduate school opportunities in Student Personnel. Discover how to become a Graduate Knight and unlock benefits such as tuition-covered assistantships, career-focused training, and professional growth opportunities at a university nationally recognized for innovation and student success. Learn how UCF prepares …

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  • Inclusive Education Services Virtual Information Session (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Inclusive Education Services Virtual Information SessionThe Inclusive Education Services (IES) program provides an inclusive, comprehensive, non-degree-seeking college experience to adults with intellectual disabilities. During the two-year experience, students discover and develop their passions and strengths, enhancing their ability to facilitate long-term, paid, and fulfilling employment after graduation.Families can learn more about the program during the monthly online information session, speak …

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  • Black Bear Wilderness Day Hike

    Black Bear Wilderness

    Trip Information Trip Date: Saturday, April 25 Trip Location: Seminole County, FL Trip Cost: $10 Registration Opens: Saturday, April 11 at 12:00 PM Registration Closes: Wednesday, April 22 at 12:00 PM Register for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the UCF RWC Membership Portal website. All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open 2 weeks …

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  • UCF Softball vs. Florida

    Softball Stadium

    The UCF softball team hosts the Florida Gators on April 25 at 6 p.m.  Learn more, including ticket information. 

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  • Therapeutic Journaling

    Virtual

    Journaling is a powerful coping strategy, but it can be difficult to know where to start when it comes to our thoughts. Gain insight on the benefits of journaling and learn about a variety of practical and creative techniques to make it a practice that works for you. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being …

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  • Study Days (Recurring Event)

    Ferrell Commons 171: Pride Commons

    Enjoy a quiet place to study for finals with light refreshments in our spaces!

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  • Creating Self-Compassion

    Virtual

    Self-compassion is something we could all benefit from practicing a bit more. This workshop will review what exactly self-compassion is, highlight some of the research findings on it, and provide examples of ways to start using more self-compassion in your life. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS …

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  • Unlocking Potential: Smart Goals

    Virtual

    Unlocking Potential: Smart Goals is designed to help participants set clear, actionable, and achievable goals using the SMART framework—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Attendees will learn how to craft goals that drive performance, foster accountability, and support professional growth. This session is ideal for supervisors, managers, leaders, and employees who want to enhance their goal-setting skills and align individual …

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  • Critiques & Career Express Drop-In (In-Person) (Recurring Event)

    Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center DCC 115: DCC 115

    No appointment needed - just come to the Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center: Tuesdays: 2-4pm Wednesdays: 12-2pm Check in on the first floor and you'll be directed to visit with a Career Peer Advisor for assistance with your resume, cover letter, or Handshake profile, or let us know if you have any quick career questions!

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  • Study Days (Recurring Event)

    Ferrell Commons 171: Pride Commons

    Enjoy a quiet place to study for finals with light refreshments in our spaces!

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  • Alcoholics Anonymous (Recurring Event)

    Student Union 313: Admin: 313

    This group meets every Tuesday excluding campus closures/holidays. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for A.A. membership; we …

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  • PAWS-a-tively Stress Free

    Counseling and Psychological Services

    Wind down and take a break during finals with therapy dogs at CAPS! Science has proven that spending time with animals can reduce our stress, so what better way to work on your self-care than with pups. Stop by CAPS between 11:00 and 1:00 on April 29th to spend some time with our furry companions. 

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  • Public Policy Programs at UCF

    Virtual

    Join us for a virtual information session to learn more about UCF's Public Policy MPP program and application requirements!

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  • Creating Accessible Designs Using Canva

    Virtual

    Creating 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.

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