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Wednesday, March 01, 2023

  • Explore the Sweeter Side of Majors and Careers

    UCF Main Campus

    Does choosing a major feel like getting a toothache? It doesn't have to be so painful! There is a SWEETER SIDE to choosing a major or career.    "Sweeter Side" takes place from Tuesday, February 28 until Thursday, March 2 with workshops and activities to help you explore majors and discover career options.  Check out the full schedule of events …

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  • Government Contracting: Overview (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Federal, State, and Local Government procurement is the largest target market in the world. The question is usually not “Does the government buy what you are selling?”...it is more “Can you be competitive enough and relentless enough to position your business to win government contracts?”. If you think you can be competitive, then government contracting may be a good growth …

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  • (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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  • Making Friends 101

    Virtual

    This workshop will cover tips on how to make and maintain friendships as well as how to navigate new social situations. 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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  • Drop-In Drafting Lab (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 109: Trevor Cobourn 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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  • The Academic Job Search

    Virtual

    Are you prepared to begin the job search process? This workshop will provide a comprehensive overview of the academic job search. We will discuss the job search timeline, pre-application and application process, as well as expectations of faculty interviews. This workshop is offered through the College of Graduate Studies Pathways to Success professional development program for graduate students. See https://graduate.ucf.edu/professional-development …

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  • Building a Brand is Like Making a Sandwich

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    Anthony "Biggie" Bencomo is a UCF alum who studied Marketing and has started 2 clothing brands. For the past 10 years, he has turned his passion for sandwiches into a sandwich-themed clothing brand- Deli Fresh Threads.  He will talk about how building a brand is like making a sandwich.  The importance of leaning into your niche and building a community around it. Learn …

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  • Knights of Distinction Virtual Information Session (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    What does it take to be a Knight of Distinction? Attend this virtual information session to find out how you can earn the Knights of Distinction designation on your transcript and receive support during your undergraduate experience to help you reach your post-graduation goals! These events will be hyperlinked to the Classes are Not Enough workshops page.

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  • French Café (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 358B

    Come to the French café to improve your French communication skills and meet new friends. This activity is for students who want to improve their French skills, and native speakers are welcome. It is offered every other Wednesday, beginning January 18, 2023.

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  • Resume Building & Job Searching

    Virtual

    Meet with Experiential Learning and UCF Global to discuss Resume Building & Job Search Strategies by Zoom.

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  • Thesis and Dissertation Formatting with Word (Recurring Event)

    Graduate Student Center Presentation Room: Trevor Colbourn Hall: 208

    Attend this workshop to learn about setting up Microsoft Word Styles to format a thesis or dissertation. Students are strongly encouraged to attend this session in their final term if they are completing a thesis or dissertation. It is recommended that attendees bring their laptop and thesis/dissertation file. Please review Module 3 of the Thesis and Dissertation Webcourse prior to …

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  • Resume & Cover Letter Bootcamp (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    Come and get your resume and cover letter whipped into shape! Learn the essentials of how to target these documents to get you noticed by employers. We will cover tips on what information to include, formatting, and how to illustrate a "fit" for the position that you desire. Visit Handshake to learn more!

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  • AFAA Group Exercise Certification Course (Recurring Event)

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    This is a Group Exercise Certification Course that prepares students to become a Group Exercise Instructor. 

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  • Graduate Writing Group (Recurring Event)

    Trevor Colbourn Hall 109: Trevor Colbourn Hall 109

    The University Writing Center and Writing Across the Curriculum presents the Graduate Writing Group. These are weekly drop-in hours where graduate students can find a time dedicated to work on: writing assignments thesis and dissertations and other research projects The Graduate Writing Group is also a place to meet other graduate students and provides an opportunity to get feedback about …

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  • Counselor Education Information Session

    Virtual

    Have you ever thought of pursuing a career as a professional counselor or counselor educator? Want to learn more? Join us for one of our information sessions. From relational concerns to career planning to co-occurring mental health disorders, professional counselors help their clients making life-enhancing decisions. Counselor educators prepare the next generation of professional counselors through their teaching, supervision and …

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  • Learn to Baton Twirl

    Recreation and Wellness Center

    Learn to twirl a baton! This is an instructional program taught by one of our Group Exercise Instructors. Equipment will be provided. Meets weekly on Wednesdays in the Main GEX studio at 7:30pm throughout the month of March. Registration opens 24 hrs in advance. Walk-ins welcome.

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