Have you ever wanted to bring a vibrant global perspective into your classroom without the logistical challenges or costs of international travel? You can make it happen right here at UCF through COIL: Collaborative Online International Learning. This type of virtual exchange connects UCF students with international peers, creating a shared, collaborative learning environment in your course. With the combined …
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. In this workshop, you'll learn to: navigate the ThingLink interface to upload, organize, and manage course media. create interactive learning experiences using images, videos, 3D …
EventsComputational research can analyze models and/or data to reach new conclusions in faster ways or more complex scenarios. UCF has a 7,000+ core cluster for general-purpose computation for research across many fields of academic work, and a 54-node GPU cluster for specialized computation.This workshop will review the capabilities of the UCF Advanced Research Computing Center in general, with a focus …
EventsJoin the Dixon Career Development Center for this Talk Tuesday session, part of our ongoing series featuring Stetson University College of Law. This workshop guides students through the essential elements of a strong law school application, including crafting a persuasive personal statement, selecting meaningful experiences, preparing the LSAT, and securing impactful letters of recommendation. Participants will learn how to present …
EventsLearn the basics of Git (https://www.git-scm.com/) and version control using the command line in this hands-on workshop. Whether you're working on a coding project alone or with other people, version control can save you time and effort.This workshop is intended for new or novice Git users. Intermediate and advanced Git workshops are hosted periodically during Spring and Fall semesters. Please …
EventsReady to apply to UCF? Need assistance with completing the UCF application? Join us for the virtual UCF Application Workshop! Transfer Application deadline dates: Summer: March 1 Fall: June 1 Spring: November 1
EventsThe Dixon Career Development Center invites you to join us for an informative session with the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences to learn more about its Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), and Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) programs. Hear directly from an admissions representative as they discuss program offerings, admissions requirements, and what it takes to become a competitive …
EventsThis hybrid workshop introduces the built-in accessibility tools available in Webcourses@UCF (Canvas), with a focus on using UDOIT 4.0 to identify and resolve accessibility issues in your courses. Participants will explore the Canvas Accessibility Checker, accessible templates, and student accessibility resources through live demonstrations and guided hands-on activities, leaving with practical strategies to improve course accessibility for all learners. In …
EventsStop by, get your questions answered, and receive hands-on support as you work through your application materials. This four-part series is designed to help students navigate the study abroad process by providing helpful resources, guidance, and support every step of the way. Join us on the first four Wednesdays in September and let us help you take the next step …
EventsJoin the Office of Research Cyberinfrastructure for a presentation on the NSF-funded ACCESS ecosystem. Comprised of more than a dozen research institutions in the US, ACCESS is a great ecosystem of advanced computing resources that can accelerate your research.Hear from Ben Keene, Math PhD candidate and research computing facilitator, on how to leverage ACCESS for your research. Resources range from …
EventsYou’re invited to meet the JSTO / DTRA Program Managers, Mr. Tyler Miller, and Dr. Jennifer Soliz on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at 10:00am - 12:00pm at the Live Oak Event Center, Magnolia Room (Directions). Please RSVP: Click here by 9/4/26 The Joint Science and Technology Office (JSTO) within the Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA) will present an overview …
EventsThis workshop will introduce practical techniques for reading, organizing, and synthesizing academic literature. Learn how to identify key themes, compare findings across studies, and build a strong literature review that supports your research goals. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
EventsPlug 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 …
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 …
EventsAre you interested in learning more about research? Not sure where to start or how to navigate all the programs available? This workshop will discuss how to expand your academic experience through undergraduate research, including how to get started by finding a faculty mentor. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ucf.edu)
EventsJoin the Dixon Career Development Center in collaboration with the UCF College of Graduate Studies for this Fair Prep session. This workshop will help students maximize their experience at upcoming graduate school fairs by exploring the benefits of attending, learning how to research academic programs in advance, and developing meaningful questions to ask faculty, admissions representatives, and program staff. Participants will also gain …
EventsEach day, a stepstool in the UCF Libraries goes unnoticed. Now, by spending just a fraction of your time, you can Foster-A-Stepstool and give one of our well-used library stepstools a fresh start in the new year! Take one home, clean it, paint it in your own style, and return it to lift future researchers up for years to come. This hands-on …
EventsJoin the Dixon Career Development Center for this Talk Tuesday session, part of our ongoing series featuring AccessLex Institute. This workshop introduces students to the financial considerations associated with pursuing a legal education. Participants will gain a better understanding of the costs related to law school, explore funding opportunities and financial aid resources, and learn practical strategies for budgeting, borrowing responsibly, and managing …
EventsStop by, get your questions answered, and receive hands-on support as you work through your application materials. This four-part series is designed to help students navigate the study abroad process by providing helpful resources, guidance, and support every step of the way. Join us on the first four Wednesdays in September and let us help you take the next step …
EventsThis workshop provides an overview of the graduate school application process, including how to research programs, understand common application requirements, and begin developing a competitive application. Participants will explore key application components, discuss strategies for planning their application timeline, and learn tips to help them prepare for the graduate school application process.
EventsHow to Create Accessible Documents – Microsoft Office covers the core principles of document accessibility using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Learn how to build accessible content from the start and follow along with a hands-on demonstration to remediate an inaccessible file. By the end of this session, you’ll understand how to identify and correct common accessibility issues in documents. Participants …
EventsBring a current assignment and leave with a reimagined version that showcases what students know and how they think. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll test the assignment instructions with generative AI, identify the student thinking and “human signature” the activity should reveal, and revise one element to make that contribution more visible. In this workshop, you'll learn to: Analyze what …
EventsHave you ever wanted to bring a vibrant global perspective into your classroom without the logistical challenges or costs of international travel? You can make it happen right here at UCF through COIL: Collaborative Online International Learning. This type of virtual exchange connects UCF students with international peers, creating a shared, collaborative learning environment in your course. With the combined …
EventsThis workshop is designed to equip you with the core fundamentals for programming in Python. Throughout this course, you will explore the core concepts of Python programming, focusing on variables, lists, loops, and conditional statements.We'll begin by demystifying the concept of variables, teaching you how to store and manipulate data effectively. From there, we'll delve into lists, uncovering how to …
EventsExplore opportunities in research, internships, study abroad, leadership, and graduate school while creating a personalized roadmap for your UCF journey. Connect with campus resources and leave with clear next steps toward your academic and career goals. Lunch provided. Coordinated by High-Impact Practices in collaboration with: Office of Undergraduate Research, Office of First-Generation Student Success, Dixon Career Development Center, UCF Abroad, …
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