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Love your smart phone, driving a car, watching TV, online shopping, electricity, clean water, seeing rocket launches and Mars landings, to name a few? If so, thank an engineer! Join the UCF College of Engineering and Computer Science as we celebrate Engineers Week – Monday, Feb. 21 to Saturday, Feb. 26 – with a variety of free events to showcase …
School of Teacher EducationHello, You are invited to participate in the upcoming virtual Knight Vision XChange. This virtual webinar is an opportunity for the UCF community to engage and ask questions about the impact that the PeopleSoft Retrofits Project will have on technology and business processes. This meeting will be an open discussion with the Knight Vision PeopleSoft Retrofits workstream as well as other program members. …
School of Teacher EducationCongruence is an integral part of the Social Change Model of Leadership that requires knowing oneself and acting with consistency and authenticity. Entering new spaces can be a challenge for queer or questioning leaders regardless of their level of experience. This session will be a conversational space for participants identifying as part of the LGBTQ+ community to examine how they …
School of Teacher EducationNew to studying abroad? This session is for you! Learn study abroad basics, how to schedule an appointment, and how to search for programs.
School of Teacher EducationUndecided about your major? Not sure which career direction to pursue? Attend this workshop to learn how your values, interests, personality, and skills intersect for a career that works for you. Please view the attached “MIH - Career Interest Assessment” worksheet before clicking “Register”. Once you register for this workshop, you will be redirected to complete a Pre-Survey activity utilizing …
School of Teacher EducationWhat is Knights Exemplar? A RSO that connects degree-seeking students and students with intellectual disabilities through a natural setting. Knights Exemplar was the award winner of RSO of the Year (2020), December’s RSO of the month (2020), and continues to receive nominations. Our RSO offers events for Inclusive Education Services students such as academics, campus involvement, health and wellness, and …
School of Teacher EducationGetting started on a writing assignment, and don’t know where to begin? The Drafting Lab can help! No appointments are 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!
School of Teacher EducationLeading in the Moment: Comfortable Being Uncomfortable” is the theme of this presentation. This session will have participants reflect on everyday experiences that are uncertain and challenging. These may be public speaking, managing conflicts, and working in teams. The session will discuss strategies of how to respond to moments of discomfort that will address navigating with confidence as we revamp …
School of Teacher EducationThis lesson is an introduction to programming in Python for people with little or no previous programming experience. It uses plotting as its motivating example. This lesson references JupyterLab, but can also be followed using a regular Python interpreter as well. This lesson uses Python 3. Note: Remember to bring your own device. Presenters: Fahad Khan, Ph.D. Registration link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eexai3DPD1ppPXo Research …
School of Teacher EducationThis workshop will be hosted by Experiential Learning to prepare international students on how to prepare for and obtain internships and employment. Focus will be on internship opportunities, resume building, interview preparation, and career development. For more information on upcoming Career Services events visit: https://career.ucf.edu/events.
School of Teacher EducationThis survey-level presentation will offer an overview of the history around the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and how to be an ally combating the continued ableism many people with disabilities encounter in their daily lives. The discussion is designed to encourage deeper understanding and offer memorable awareness of the complicated issues around inclusion, human agency, and valuing the voices …
School of Teacher EducationCome learn about the largest leadership society-the National Society of Leadership and Success! We will provide an information session on how to join then will offer a Kahoot quiz with prizes following the presentation!
School of Teacher EducationThis face-to-face presentation is meant to show student leaders the impact they have on their campus and the influence they may impose on their peers regardless if it is obvious or not. We have discussions surrounding the idea behind intent versus impact and sometimes the reality of being a familiar face on campus to so many.
School of Teacher EducationStudent Care Service will present the “Cares” part of UCF’s Violence Prevention Certificate Series. In this workshop you’ll learn ways to support a friend whose experienced sexual assault or harassment as well as confidential and non-confidential resources on campus that provide support. The Violence Prevention Certificate Series is a 4-part series that includes Title IX, Cares, Green Dot, and Victim …
School of Teacher EducationWhat does representation mean to you? For many within the LGBTQ+ community, it has become a question of quantity over quality. Years of seeking scraps have resulted in representation that causes more harm than good. Here, we will seek to understand the roots of LGBTQ+ representation in television, movies, and pop culture. What has led to the tropes that silence …
School of Teacher EducationThe University Writing Center will be hosting a grammar workshop, an informational and interactive workshop for students across all disciplines to learn about grammar fundamentals such as: comma rules, subject-verb agreements, kinds of clauses, types of sentences, and more!
School of Teacher EducationNot sure where to start with your internship search? Or do you feel like you are at a standstill and unsure about the next steps in your search? This workshop will review how to use Handshake and other resources to find an internship.
School of Teacher EducationJoin UCF Global and a USCIS Community Relations Officer for the following free information session for the UCF and greater Central Florida community. This information session will provide information about pathways to permanent residency in the United States.
School of Teacher EducationThere are opportunities to create social change from your future workplace, but how do you get there first? This interactive virtual presentation will involve students taking a look at their own leadership experiences and what information is out there for employers to see, Students will then be introduced to what an electronic career portfolio or ePortfolio as well as tips …
School of Teacher EducationStudents will be introduced to the U-LEAD program offered through the LEAD Scholars Academy. U-LEAD is a leadership development program for upper division students who want to learn more about leadership styles and how identity impacts leadership. Come to the presentation to learn more about U-LEAD and its benefits for students.
School of Teacher EducationThese sessions allow students to work on the GKT in small groups or independently with the aid of a tutor. Bring your own study material(s) with specific questions or work with others on the test example provided by the FTCE website.
School of Teacher EducationThe Coming Out workshop explores the process and challenges of coming out as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender. Participants will learn more about what the process of coming out may look like, different misconceptions, and how to be an advocate during and after someone comes out.
School of Teacher EducationJoin LJ and Courtney to learn about the history of black education in America. We will also be sharing tips on how to succeed in your current academic endeavors and we will also have an open discussion about being black at a PWI.
School of Teacher EducationWe are proud to announce that this February New York Times-bestselling author Kiley Reid will join us for a virtual discussion about her career journey, writing process, and her critically-acclaimed novel Such a Fun Age! This event is free and open to everyone, but advanced registration is required. About Kiley Reid: Reid earned her MFA from Iowa Writers' Workshop and has been described as an exciting new voice …
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