The Office of Research Cyberinfrastructure invites you to attend the Third Annual UCF Research Computing Symposium that will take place on September 23rd, 2026, at the Cape Florida Ballroom, Student Union. The symposium will provide a forum for UCF faculty, post-docs, and students to present their work and exchange ideas in an informal setting, showcasing how they are leveraging advanced computational resources …
EventsStop by, get your questions answered, and receive hands-on support as you work through your application materials. This four-part series is designed to help students navigate the study abroad process by providing helpful resources, guidance, and support every step of the way. Join us on the first four Wednesdays in September and let us help you take the next step …
EventsFor many of us, it’s easy to get caught up in work. We sit for eight to ten hours staring at the same screen, hardly stopping for food or water, and spend our weekends catching up on emails instead of spending time with friends or family. However, this can put us on the path to burnout! Presented by UCF's Employee …
EventsPresented by The Pegasus Review: UCF Undergraduate Research Journal (URJ) editors, this workshop will review the basic strategies to synthesize your research for publication. Students who are already involved with a research project will benefit the most from this workshop. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
EventsJoin the Dixon Career Development Center for this Pre-Health Thursday session featuring Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine. This workshop introduces students to the veterinary school admissions process and the steps needed to become a competitive applicant. Participants will explore admission requirements, application timelines, and the importance of gaining meaningful veterinary and animal-related experiences while learning strategies to prepare for …
EventsFeaturing Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine, this workshop introduces students to the veterinary school admissions process and the steps needed to become a competitive applicant. Participants will explore admission requirements, application timelines, and the importance of gaining meaningful veterinary and animal-related experiences while learning strategies to prepare for a successful journey to veterinary school.
EventsThe 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 …
EventsIn 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 …
EventsThe 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. …
EventsThis 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 …
EventsMany 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 …
EventsJoin 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 …
EventsIntroduction: 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 …
EventsJoin 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.
EventsMindfulness 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.
EventsLearn 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 …
EventsHow 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 …
EventsPlug 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 …
EventsStructured 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, …
EventsAcquire 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)
EventsJoin 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 …
EventsIf 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 …
EventsNew 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, …
EventsJoin 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 …
EventsReady 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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