Professional development, workshops, conferences and more!

Thursday, November 18, 2021

  • Veterans Month at UCF: Veterans History Interview Days

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 349D: 349D and Virtual

    The UCF Community Veterans History Project (VHP) is proud to partner with The Daughters of the American Revolution, William P. Duval Chapter to preserve the stories and experiences of women veterans. Throughout the month of November, VHP will host several “Veterans History Interview Days” to collect, preserve and honor these women as well as other Florida veterans.  Oral history interviews …

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  • Emotional Intelligence - PER205 (Faculty & Staff Only)

    Virtual

    This workshop is being presented in TWO virtual sessions, Nov. 9 and Nov. 23, 2:00-4:00PM. Participants must attend BOTH sessions to receive course credit. Topics include: Key elements of self-awareness, and why they are important to success Essential social skills for workplace application Ways to improve your level of emotional intelligence The science behind an optimistic mental attitude Strategies for …

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  • IEW - Supporting International Education through Global Collections

    John C. Hitt Library

    To celebrate the International Education Week, the UCF libraries will showcase an international book display from Nov 15-19, 2021, featuring books by international authors and books highlighting global themes and issues.

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  • Recruitment & Selection - PER232 (Faculty & Staff Only) (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    How do you ensure you hire the right person for your vacant position? In this workshop we will: Introduce the concept of behavioral interviewing Discuss the role of search committees Evaluate equitable hiring practices Review UCF hiring procedures Take the guesswork out of hiring from the posting process through onboarding

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  • Knights of Distinction Information Sessions (Recurring Event)

    CMB Courtyard

    Graduate with distinction! The Knights of Distinction Information Sessions allow students the opportunity to learn more about the Knights of Distinction program. During the session, students will be provided with detailed information about the purpose of the program, the application process, program requirements, its benefits, and the incentives they will get once they complete the program.

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  • Thinking About Graduate School in the Humanities?

    Virtual

    Thinking about graduate school in the humanities?  Join us on Thursday, November 18th from 11:00-12:30 to hear from a panel from of program directors (in various disciplines) as well as graduate students discuss their experiences and answer questions you may have about applying for and attending graduate school.  The event will be hosted via Zoom.

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  • IEW - UCF Abroad: Study Abroad 101 Information Session

    Virtual

    Students will learn the basics about how to select a study or intern abroad program and the application processes involved. 

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  • IEW - UCF Abroad: Barcelona Center Information Session (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    UCF Abroad is excited to offer a 4-week study abroad program in Barcelona, offering courses in Health Sciences and Spanish Language. Students will learn about the program opportunity and how to apply for the 25+ scholarship awards that UCF Abroad is offering. 

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  • Going Home for the Holidays

    Virtual

    Going Home for the Holidays This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Fall 2021 Outreach Workshop Series!  To learn about CAPS services and other workshops visit caps.sdes.ucf.edu.

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  • IEW - Hear from UCF International Alumni: Lunch and Learn

    Virtual

    Hear from a panel of international student almuni currently living and working in the U.S. Bring your lunch to our virtual table and learn what alumni have to say about life after graduation. The discussion will be focused on employment as an F-1 student after graduation. 

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  • IEW - Intelligence Community Center for Academic Excellence Speaker Series: Douglas London

    UCF Global: 101

    Author Douglas London will speak about his new book, "The Recruiter: Spying and the Lost Art of American Intelligence" as well as other topics related to the American intelligence community. He will also be signing copies of his book.

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  • ICCAE Author Spotlight: Douglas London

    UCF Global: 101

    Join author Douglas London as he discusses his book "The Recruiter: Spying and the Lost Art of American Intelligence", his memoir a 34-year veteran of the CIA who worked as a case officer and recruiter of foreign agents before and after 9/11 provides an invaluable perspective on the state of modern spy craft, how the CIA has developed, and how …

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  • Be $cam $mart

    Virtual

    UCF Victim Services will discuss the danger of fraud, scams, and identity theft specific to our students via Zoom. The objective of the presentation will be to raise awareness on these topics and offer reporting options and resources. The presentation will also discuss red flags and safety tips and include a scenario discussion.

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  • Sustainability in Indian States

    Virtual

    This event will be an interactive Zoom discussion on the issue of sustainability in Indian states presented by Neelima Jain of the Center for Strategic and International Studies.  Following the initial brief presentation, audience members are invited to present questions for discussion.  India as a nation has made international sustainability commitments.   To reach these goals, individual Indian states must take …

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  • Prospective Ph.D. Student Virtual Open House

    Virtual

    Interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in Chemistry? Or wanting to learn a little more about what programs the Department has to offer? RSVP now and join us for our open house. You'll have a chance to meet research faculty, learn about the programs available and talk with current graduate students.  Registration is required in order to receive the virtual link …

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  • Artivism: Art and the Fight for Cuba’s Freedom ft. Vanessa Garcia

    Virtual

    Vanessa Garcia joins the UCF community to speak on the role that the arts have played in calling for change to the island of Cuba.  Vanessa Garcia is a Cuban multidisciplinary writer and creator working as a screenwriter, novelist, playwright, and journalist. In addition to having pieces published in The LA Times, The Miami Herald, The Washington Post, and numerous …

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  • Café Español - Spanish chat (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Practice Spanish in a relaxed environment to improve your proficiency. UCF Spanish students of all levels are welcome to join us to practice the language, & be exposed to different varieties of Spanish. Email the UCF Spanish Graduate Association at SaGA@ucf.edu for Zoom link

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  • SONY Playstation Santa Monica Studio Programming Info Session

    Virtual

    Programming Info Session Thursday 11/18 from 6-7 ET Join this session hosted by Jeremy Wood (Sr Engineering Manager), Nic LaCognata (Associate Gameplay Programmer, UCF Alum), and Amy Christianto (Recruiting Specialist) to learn more about what they look for in applications – the hard skills on your resume and the personality in your cover letter. There will be plenty of time for questions …

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  • IEW - Translation in Conversation: An Interactive Experience Translating Kurdish Poetry

    Burnett Honors College: Room 131

    This event, with the Translation Society of UCF, features a live, collaborative translation of Sorani Kurdish poetry. There is no expectation that attendees know Kurdish, but audience involvement will be welcome and encouraged!

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