Diversity and Inclusion Workshops & Trainings

Thursday, March 09, 2023

  • (Dis)comfort: 2023 MFA Exhibition (Recurring Event)

    UCF Art Gallery

    (Dis)comfort navigates constructed human experiences, environments, and practices meant to soothe the existential discomfort integral to the lived experience. This exhibition showcases the thesis work of three Master of Fine Arts candidates in the Studio Art & Design MFA track at the UCF School of Visual Arts & Design. Leeann Rae utilizes charcoal and soft pastel to dissect our understanding …

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  • CANCELED: Ethically Speaking: Non-human Animals and a New Ethics for Engineering

    Physical Sciences Building: 160 and Virtual

    **This talk is part of the Ethically Speaking: A UCF Interdisciplinary Series on Contemporary Moral Issues series.** Earth's animal populations have declined by an average of 69% since 1970, partly due to unsustainable use of land, water, energy, and resulting climate change. Indeed, non-human animals have long been disregarded and devalued under the rationalist worldview at the foundation of engineering design …

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  • Alcohol Screening Day

    Memory Mall

    Join Wellness & Health Promotion Services (WHPS) and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at our Alcohol Screening Day. For participating in a short, anonymous alcohol screening questionnaire, students will receive UCF swag. Mocktails will be provided for students as well! 

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  • Drop-In Drafting Lab (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 109: Trevor Colbourn Hall 109

    Starting a writing assignment, and don’t know where to begin? The University Writing Center’s Drop-In Drafting Lab can help! No appointments 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! The Drafting Lab will be unavailable on the following …

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  • Citing and Managing Sources (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    This session covers citing basics for academic writing and includes guidelines for using direct quotes and paraphrased text, formatting in-text citations and references, style guide resources (APA & MLA), and ideas for notetaking and managing sources. This workshop is offered through the College of Graduate Studies Pathways to Success professional development program for graduate students. No RSVP or registration is …

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  • Recharge to Charge On - Yoga for Faculty and Staff (Recurring Event)

    Education Complex and Gymnasium: ED176

    Relax and unwind with UCF faculty and staff during a free lunchtime yoga session, hosted by the Wellness Research Center from 12:00 to 12:40 p.m. in the Education Complex and Gym, ED176. The session will be led by Beth Stone, a Yoga Alliance certified instructor. Participants are encouraged to bring a yoga mat or beach towel. 

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  • DBT Skills: Emotion Regulation

    Virtual

    Learn about having healthy emotional expression and impulse control.  Discover methods for balancing coping and managing emotions as well as tolerating them by "riding the wave." This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series.  To learn more about CAPS and other workshops, please visit caps.sdes.ucf.edu.

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  • Faculty Senate Steering Committee Meeting

    Student Union: Charge on Chamber and Virtual

    The Steering Committee serves as the “executive committee” of the Faculty Senate and typically meets two weeks prior to the Senate. Resolutions approved by the Steering Committee must be submitted to the Senate for final approval. Meetings are held in the Charge on Chamber, Student Union Room 340.

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  • Preparing a Research Poster (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Learn how to develop your research poster to communicate your research effectively to a broad community. This workshop is for students who are pareparing to present a poster at a conference or research event like the Student Scholar Symposium. 

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  • Become a Competitive Grad School Applicant

    Virtual

    What do I need to prepare for a graduate school application? This virtual session presented by Zitlaly Sanchez from the University of California – Irvine will give an overview of the pieces of a competitive graduate school applicant. Usually, students with 0-60 credits gain the most from this workshop, as they learn how to build towards a competitive application. This …

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  • Women's Weightlifting - Small Group Training (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Reach your fitness goals and become more familiar with strength training through our semi-private Small Group Training program. Small Group Training offers groups of 6-10 clients the opportunity to work with a Certified Personal Trainer to improve their health and well-being. Clients in the Small Group Training program will receive a body composition scan using our Fit3D tehcnology, a fitness …

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  • OCPS New Teacher Induction Program

    Virtual

    KnightEd Talk-Induction Join speaker Ranell Williams from Orange County Public Schools to learn about their New Teacher Induction Program. This multi-year support system is designed to support, develop, and empower new teachers in the vision of the district and expectations for teaching and learning. Research shows that “new teachers who participate in a comprehensive induction program stay in the profession …

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  • Weight Training 101 - Small Group Training (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Reach your fitness goals and become more familiar with strength training through our semi-private Small Group Training program. Small Group Training offers groups of 6-10 clients the opportunity to work with a Certified Personal Trainer to improve their health and well-being. Clients in the Small Group Training program will receive a body composition scan using our Fit3D tehcnology, a fitness …

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  • Broward County Knights National Networking Knight

    Funky Buddha Brewery

    We invite you to join us for the Broward UCF Alumni National Networking Knight. Registration includes one free beer/wine ticket and tasty appetizers throughout the event. It'll be a fun night of networking and games that you don't want to miss. Table sponsorship supports the Broward County UCF Knights operations.

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  • New York Knights National Networking Knight

    Stout Grand Central

    Please join us for our annual UCF Alumni Networking Knight. The New York City alumni base is full of the most talented and successful individuals from UCF. At this event you will have the opportunity to enjoy a post work beverage with your fellow alumni and make connections that will last a lifetime.

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  • Tampa Bay Knights National Networking Knight

    University Club of Tampa

    Join Tampa Bay Knights at the University Club Tampa for an evening of Networking with fellow alumni and local businesses. We'll have appetizers and each guest will receive two drink tickets!

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  • Lake County Knights National Networking Knight

    San Jose's Original Mexican Resturant

    Join your Lake County UCF Knights community for our official first National Networking Knight. Meet fellow UCF alumni, exchange business cards and get a COMPLIMENTARY updated headshot from a professional photographer. Free beverages and Taco Bar will be available for attendees.

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  • Open Bouldering Night @ Blue Swan Boulders (Recurring Event)

    DTC: Unionwest 2nd Floor Lobby: 2nd floor lobby

    Join us for Open Bouldering Night at Blue Swan Boulders for FREE!  Bouldering is a unique challenge, a great workout, and an opportunity to push your limits – whether you’re brand new to climbing or have been at it for years. It requires no special equipment or previous experience, making it perfect for all ages and fitness levels. Meet us …

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  • Chicago Knights National Networking Knight

    The Pony Inn

    Network with other Chicago based UCF alumni while enjoying appetizers and a complimentary drink ticket at the Pony Inn!

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  • National Networking Knight

    FAIRWINDS Alumni Center

    Join us as we network with UCF alumni professionals in-person, on one evening, in multiple cities across the nation. With a diverse and powerful professional network of more than 355,000 alumni worldwide, we welcome you to share your experiences, connect with both young and seasoned alumni in your industry or region, and bolster the strength of your Knights network.  Business …

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  • Delight at UCF Chapter (Recurring Event)

    NSC 115: Nicholson School of Communication Room 115

    Inviting college women into a Christ-centered community that fosters vulnerability and transforms stories. Join us weekly for fellowship, worship, games, speakers, and discussion. Make new friends, join us for other community events, and grow your relationship with Jesus. Mission Delight seeks to establish a college community that grows together, serves together, learns together, and does life together while chasing the heart …

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  • Student Government Senate (Recurring Event)

    Student Union: Charge on Chamber

    The Legislative Branch (or Student Body Senate) is composed of 72 student leaders who are elected by the student body each year. Our Student Body Senate provides students and organizations with the funds necessary for travel and conference registration, as well as for campus-wide events and projects. Also, through various committees, Senate has great impact on issues that directly regard the Student Body. Student Senators also work …

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  • Washington D.C Knights: National Networking Knight

    Busboys and Poets

    Join us as we network with UCF alumni professionals in-person, on one evening, in multiple cities across the nation. With a diverse and powerful professional network of more than 335,000 alumni worldwide, we welcome you to share your experiences, connect with both young and seasoned alumni in your industry or region, and bolster the strength of your Knights network. Guided …

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  • Student Recital: Jaysen Rosario, Percussion

    Rehearsal Hall

    Free admission, no ticket required. View the livestream here https://www.youtube.com/@UCFSchoolofPerformingArtsTV/streams

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