Transform 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, staff and GTA's only.
School EventsJoin us for a collaborative workshop between UCF Graduate and Professional School Prep (GPS Prep), UCF Graduate Studies, and the UCF Office of Undergraduate Research. This session is designed to support you in becoming a competitive graduate school applicant by providing an overview of the graduate admissions process, key components of a strong application, and resources available to support your …
School EventsLearn all about being the best candidate for graduate school! Graduate & Professional School Prep, along with UCF Graduate Admissions will discuss preparation for grad school applications and what admissions will look for in a candidate.
School 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 …
School 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.
School 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, …
School EventsCreating Accessible Designs Using Canva introduces the basics of designing inclusive digital content using Canva. Learn how to apply accessibility principles in Canva by using high-contrast colors, accessible fonts, alt text, and screen reader–friendly layouts. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete How to Create Accessible PDFs beforehand for foundational knowledge. A Canva account and device are recommended for hands-on practice.
School 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 …
School EventsResearch can be difficult and isolating, so we want to equip our researchers with the best tools to overcome challenges. Counseling and Psychological Services will speak on these tools and discuss the human and emotional side of conducting research.
School 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 …
School 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, staff and GTA's only.
School 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)
School 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 …
School EventsJoin us for the student panel “Voices of Experience: Navigating Advanced Degrees and Research,” a collaboration between UCF Graduate and Professional School Prep (GPS Prep) and the UCF Office of Undergraduate Research. This engaging panel brings together students who are actively pursuing or have successfully navigated advanced degree pathways and research experiences. Hear firsthand insights on what it takes to …
School 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.
School 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 …
School EventsThe Office of Research Cyberinfrastructure is hosting a one-day Research Computing for Beginners Bootcamp designed to introduce participants to essential tools, including Git, Python, R, and Data Visualization techniques. This bootcamp requires no prior experience and is structured to provide a beginner-friendly learning environment. The event will have four sessions: Session 1: Git version control for BeginnersThis session introduces the …
School EventsThe NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program is one of the most powerful assets you can have when applying to graduate school! This fellowship offers your own funding for three years of graduate school. Learn all about the program and how to write a winning proposal!
School 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, staff and GTA's only.
School EventsThe Office of Research Cyberinfrastructure is hosting a one-day Research Computing Advanced Bootcamp for users interested in specialized topics in research computing such as strategies for leveraging multi-GPU architectures in parallel workflows, GPU profiling, limitations of pandas for large DataFrames, other high-performance tools for DataFrames, querying large language models via Python APIs, reproducibility practices, and automated plotting techniques. The workshop will include three sessions featuring hands-on exercises, …
School 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 …
School EventsLearn all about the role of AI in research, limitations, ethical dilemmas, and tools you can use for your own research!
School EventsThe Mid-Year Check-In is more than just a routine progress update—it’s an opportunity to strengthen performance, clarify expectations, and realign goals. This session equips employees and supervisors with performance management strategies to maximize engagement, accountability, and development. Through case studies and role-playing exercises, participants will learn how to conduct productive mid-year check-ins that drive motivation and continuous improvement.
School 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. …
School EventsAs you get ready to soak in the summer sun, why not also soak in some practical knowledge that will impact your life and the lives of those in the military- and first-responder-connected communities? The 4th annual Summer Symposium: Serving those who Served (4S Conference) is the first and only program that focuses both on clinicians/educators (to include students) and the population …
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