Events: by Category “Workshop/Conference”

  • Therapeutic Journaling

    Virtual

    Journaling is a powerful coping strategy, but it can be difficult to know where to start when it comes to our thoughts. Gain insight on the benefits of journaling and learn about a variety of practical and creative techniques to make it a practice that works for you. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being …

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  • Forgiveness: A Path to Healing

    Virtual

    Forgiveness is a choice. In this workshop, participants will learn what forgiveness is and why it is essential to one's healing journey. When we forgive, we unlock a greater sense of self by recognizing the shared humanity in others. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS and other …

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  • Joust: New Venture Competition

    Student Union: Cape Florida Ballroom (Room 316A)

    The Joust New Venture Competition celebrates the entrepreneurial spirit of UCF students from all disciplines, offering access to resources and community leaders to help launch innovative startups. Open to all UCF students, the competition accepts various venture proposals, with the top sixteen competing in a live semi-final on April 3rd. The top four will compete for over $50,000 in cash …

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  • Dealing with Burnout: The 7 Types of Rest

    Virtual

    Do you ever feel like you’re running on empty? Like no matter how much sleep you get or “down time,” you still feel exhausted? That’s because sleep is only one aspect of recovering from burnout. This workshop explores ways to tap into Physical, Mental, Emotional, Sensory, Social, Creative, and Spiritual rest as a way of holistically combatting the exhaustion and …

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  • CANCELED: Crochet with Kasey

    John C Hitt Library: 170: LIB-170

    Join us in the John C. Hitt Library, Room 170, for a fun and relaxing crochet session! We're making stress balls – the perfect project to unwind and de-stress. Whether you're a beginner or experienced crocheter, come connect with others and learn new skills while crafting a squishy, stress-relieving ball! All materials provided, limited to the first fourteen patrons.

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  • Peer Mentor Pop-In Session

    CSEL 115: CSEL 115

    Join Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) for our Peer Mentor: Pop-In Session, where students at all stages—exploring, building, mastering, and applying—are welcome. Meet with AAP's Peer Mentors for personalized guidance with your graduate/professional school application, referrals to valuable resources, and an opportunity to connect to our team for future support. Stop by Career Services and Experiential Learning, Room 115 any time …

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  • How to Use Yellowdig to Enhance Online Discussions

    Faculty Multimedia Center, Classroom Building 1: Room 201 and Virtual

    Do you want to create online discussions that are more engaging, interactive, and fun? Do you want to save time and effort on grading your students’ participation? If yes, then you need to check out Yellowdig!Join us for an interactive one-hour workshop to see how Yellowdig can spark interaction in your online course community. We will explore the pedagogy and …

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  • Webcourses@UCF Open Lab for Instructors (Recurring Event)

    Digital Learning Center: DLC-217

    Maximize your online teaching success with Webcourses@UCF Support! This Spring, we're thrilled to offer expert technical support through our convenient Open Labs, held on the third Wednesday of each month from 10am to 1pm at the Digital Learning Center, Room 217. Just bring your own device and tap into our wealth of knowledge and resources. Need access to a computer? …

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  • Document Accessibility (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    A vital part of creating an inclusive digital environment is ensuring that all documents are created in an accessible manner. This training will cover the core components of creating an accessible document, primarily in Microsoft Office, and will include a hands-on demonstration of the remediation of an inaccessible document. Please note that participants should bring a device with Microsoft Office …

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  • Beyond the Frame: Transform Your Teaching with Immersive Content (Recurring Event)

    Faculty Multimedia Center, Classroom Building 1: Room 201 and Virtual

    Elevate your teaching with 360 content creation! Play with the FMC's Insta360 cameras and use platforms like ThingLink to create virtual tours or other learning experiences that can immerse students into the subject matter. Become familiar with the production process with the guidance of the FMC team. This workshop is limited to UCF faculty, staff, and GTA's. For similar events …

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  • Coping Skills: Distress Tolerance

    Virtual

    Learn ways of managing frustrations, stress, and problems effectively. It’s about being active in solving problems and accepting when things are out of your control. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS and other workshops.

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  • Leading your Profession at the National Level: Lessons Learned and Strategies for Success

    Virtual

    Crear Futuros Hispanic Healthcare Mentoring Series lead by Dr. Veronica Vital, current president of the National Association of Hispanic Nurses. Don't miss this inspiring session with Dr. Vital, a trailblazer with over 27 years of experience in healthcare. Open to all students interested in healthcare leadership, mentorship and career growth. 

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  • End of the Road: Application Stage (Work Session)

    CSEL 121

    You’ve made your school list and have weighed the pros and cons of each graduate/professional school program. Now is the time to choose which specific programs you want to apply to – and AAP is here to help! Join Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) for an overview of the Roadmap and Action Plan. In this session, we will focus on the …

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  • Giving and Getting Emotional Support

    Virtual

    This workshop explores the meaning of emotional support, signs of lack of emotional support and how it affects the relationship, and steps to increase the emotional support you give and get. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS and other workshops.  

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  • Managing Anxiety (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    This workshop will describe anxiety and how it presents, strategies for confronting anxious thoughts and coping techniques to reduce physical symptoms of anxiety. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS and other workshops.

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  • Distress Management Skills

    Virtual

    This workshop will help you learn how to manage distressing feelings, challenge negative thoughts, and take care of yourself during stressful times. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS and other workshops.

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  • Personalize Student Learning with Mastery Paths in Webcourses@UCF!

    Virtual

    This workshop will walk you through the steps to create your first Mastery Paths (MP) module. MP is a Webcourses@UCF feature that has shown evidence of improving student achievement and satisfaction. The facilitators have been using the tool in tandem since 2021 and conducting research on measures of student perception and achievement with positive findings in both areas. This workshop …

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  • Mindfulness in Nature

    Virtual

    Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to your feelings, thoughts, and body experience in an intentional way. It is a tool that can help you manage discomfort, build resiliency, and feel more grounded.  This workshop is about incorporating nature and the beautiful outdoors to practice mindfulness and strengthen your connection to yourself and the world. This workshop is part …

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  • Creating Self-Compassion

    Virtual

    Self-compassion is something we could all benefit from practicing a bit more. This workshop will review what exactly self-compassion is, highlight some of the research findings on it, and provide examples of ways to start using more self-compassion in your life. This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! Learn about CAPS …

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  • PDF Accessibility (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    This training will cover the basics of the remediation of PDF documents for accessibility, including tagging content and establishing reading order. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete Document Accessibility to gain an understanding of the components of an accessible document before enrolling in PDF Accessibility. Please note that participants are encouraged, but not required, to bring a device with Adobe …

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  • Disciplinary Literacy in Action: Activities for Close-Reading Primary Sources in Social Studies (K-12)

    Virtual

    Close-reading primary sources can greatly enhance student engagement across all grade levels and content areas. In this session, participants will learn strategies to engage students in close reading activities, such as see/think/wonder, says/means/matters, and other methods of document analysis using art, objects, photos, and more. Participants will also learn where to find resources and primary source documents for classroom use. …

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  • Video Accessibility (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    This training provides an overview of the basics of video accessibility, including captioning and audio description. The training will demonstrate multiple ways of captioning video content and provide information on UCF’s approved vendors for captioning services.

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  • Panopto Power Hour: Your Questions Answered by the FMC (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Join us for an informative session that caters to both experienced and new Panopto users. We will focus on answering your questions and showing off Panopto's newest updates and features. This workshop is limited to UCF Faculty and GTA's.

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  • ThingLink Basics: Upload, Create, and Share (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    In this 90-minute workshop, discover how to turn simple media into immersive learning experiences with ThingLink! Dive into the basics of its intuitive interface and powerful features to craft stunning interactive images, infographics, videos, 360-degree tours, and even 3D models. With live demos and hands-on exercises, you'll gain the skills to create clickable, shareable, and unforgettable learning materials that will …

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  • Florida Simulation Summit 2025

    DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel at the Entrance to Universal

    In collaboration with the National Center for Simulation, Orange County Government invites you to the 2025 Florida Simulation Summit. Join industry leaders, innovators, and experts for an interactive exploration of how Smart Decisions Build Smart Cities: Optimizing Operations with AI and Simulation. OverviewThe Summit highlights how Central Florida’s multibillion-dollar Modeling, Simulation, and Training (MS&T) industry has diversified from defense into …

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