Emotional intelligence (EI) is a foundational leadership skill that drives team engagement, collaboration, and overall effectiveness. This 90-minute session empowers leaders to develop a deep understanding of their own emotions and emotional responses, accurately interpret the emotional cues of others, and adapt their behavior to meet the needs of diverse situations.Participants will: Build self-awareness by exploring their emotional triggers and …
UCF eventsIntroduction to Coaching Part 2 will explore relationship alliance, which emphasizes trust, collaboration, and mutual accountability between coach and coachee; and hope theory, which focuses on goal-directed thinking and the pathways to achieving meaningful outcomes. This session is ideal for supervisors, managers, mentors, and aspiring coaches who have completed an introductory coaching course or have foundational coaching experience. It’s especially …
UCF 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 follow …
UCF eventsJoin us for this one-day, in-person writing retreat designed to help graduate students make focused, tangible progress on their thesis, dissertation, and other important projects in a distraction-free environment. Participants will clarify writing goals, learn practical strategies for overcoming common barriers, such as perfectionism, procrastination, writer’s block, and engage in structured writing. The retreat emphasizes sustainable writing habits, peer support, …
UCF eventsThis course guides participants through the GROW Model, a structured yet flexible approach to coaching that facilitates personal and professional development. Participants will learn to effectively set goals, assess current realities, explore potential strategies, and plan actionable steps toward achieving their objectives. By the end of this course, participants will be able to: •Define and apply the GROW Model. •Set …
UCF 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 …
UCF eventsThe Space Catalysis Workshop convenes experts from two distinct fields around a shared objective: advancing the science and technology of catalysis to address the requirements of future space exploration. Share your research with a presentation or poster - or simply attend to learn more about space catalysis! Open to UCF students, postdocs, faculty, staff and industry partners. Must register to …
UCF eventsLearn how to get involved in a wide variety of opportunities like undergraduate research, studying abroad, internships, learning communities, graduate school preparations and more. Whether planning for graduate school or a career, High-Impact Practice experiences offer you a competitive edge by helping you blend what you’re learning in the classroom with real-world experiences. Light snacks and refreshments provided. RSVP today to …
UCF eventsPsychological safety is essential for building collaborative, innovative, and high-performing teams. This 90-minute session introduces participants to the concept of psychological safety and its critical role in fostering employee engagement, trust, and well-being. Participants will learn to: Recognize behaviors that promote or undermine psychological safety Apply strategies to create an environment where team members feel safe to express ideas, take …
UCF eventsThis online session is designed for instructors and designers who want to explore integrated accessibility tools in Webcourses@UCF (Canvas). We’ll focus on practical uses and recent features of tools such as the Canvas Accessibility Checker, UDOIT 4.0, student accessibility tools and resources, and updated accessible templates. This workshop is limited to faculty and staff only.
UCF eventsCoaching is a powerful tool for unlocking potential, building trust, and fostering growth in the workplace. In this session, participants will be introduced to the AID Model, a simple yet effective framework for delivering coaching conversations that are clear, constructive, and empowering. Whether you're new to coaching or seeking to refine your approach, this session will offer practical tools and real-world …
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Plug 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 …
UCF eventsTransform simple multimedia into immersive experiences with interactive images, videos, and virtual tours. Follow along with a live demo that gets you started in ThingLink, which is available for all UCF faculty, staff, and students. This workshop is limited to faculty and staff only.
UCF eventsEmotional intelligence (EI) is a foundational leadership skill that drives team engagement, collaboration, and overall effectiveness. This 90-minute session empowers leaders to develop a deep understanding of their own emotions and emotional responses, accurately interpret the emotional cues of others, and adapt their behavior to meet the needs of diverse situations.Participants will: Build self-awareness by exploring their emotional triggers and …
UCF eventsEmotional Intelligence for Individual/Team Insights is designed to enhance emotional intelligence (EI) at both individual and team levels. Participants will explore the core components of EI, including self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills. Through interactive activities, case studies, and reflective exercises, learners will gain insights into their own emotional strengths and areas for development.
UCF eventsMaximize your undergraduate experience at UCF by participating in the Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program. Join us to learn more. The Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program allows juniors and seniors from all disciplines to engage in original and independent research as principal investigators. Over the course of two to four semesters, students work closely with a faculty committee to research, …
UCF eventsThe Teaching and Learning with AI conference aims to discuss how AI tools continue to evolve and change the way educators instruct students, as well as how students can effectively use these tools in their learning journey. This conference also encourages the use of AI for instruction to prepare students for their future workplace. Attendees will curate conversations around leaning …
UCF eventsAn Individual Development Plan (IDP) is a powerful tool for career growth and performance success. In this interactive session, participants will explore best practices for creating meaningful IDPs that align with personal strengths, career aspirations, and organizational goals. Using insights from leading performance management frameworks, attendees will learn how to set SMART goals, identify skill gaps, and develop actionable learning …
UCF eventsThis fully online workshop shows how research on multimedia learning and cognitive load can help faculty design clearer, more effective online course materials. Faculty will explore practical strategies to reduce repetition, weak signaling, and navigational complexity so students can focus on learning. This workshop is limited to faculty and staff only.
UCF eventsReady to apply to UCF? Need assistance with completing the UCF application? Join us for the virtual UCF Application Workshop! Remember, the deadline to apply for (Summer, Fall, Spring) is (March 1, June 1, November 1)
UCF eventsDescription Many 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 …
UCF eventsDifficult conversations are an essential part of effective leadership and workplace communication. This course provides participants with tools to navigate high-stakes conversations with confidence and professionalism. Whether addressing performance concerns, resolving conflict, or giving constructive feedback, attendees will practice techniques that foster transparency, collaboration, and accountability.
UCF eventsThe UCF Percussion Summer Institute offers a unique opportunity to study closely with UCF percussion faculty Thad Anderson, percussionist, composer, and contemporary-electroacoustic music specialist; Kirk Gay, world-class timpanist and orchestral musician; and Jeff Moore, internationally recognized percussion clinician, lecturer, and soloist. We're excited to welcome Guest Artist Ivan Trevino to this year's institute. Additional guest artists and faculty will also be involved throughout …
UCF eventsExplore ThingLink's scenario-based learning tool to create immersive role-playing activities, escape rooms, decision trees, and more! Follow along with a live demo for creating these scenarios and syncing them to your Webcourses@UCF grade book. This workshop is limited to faculty only.
UCF eventsIntroduction to Coaching Part 2 will explore relationship alliance, which emphasizes trust, collaboration, and mutual accountability between coach and coachee; and hope theory, which focuses on goal-directed thinking and the pathways to achieving meaningful outcomes. This session is ideal for supervisors, managers, mentors, and aspiring coaches who have completed an introductory coaching course or have foundational coaching experience. It’s especially …
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