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Events This Week

• Structured Query Language (SQL)

  Feb. 16, 2026 at 1 p.m. until 4 p.m.
  Research 1: R1 101

  Structured Query Language (SQL) is used for data retrieval, searching, modification, and reporting by relational database systems. This workshop is an introductory level course aimed at researchers and students new to databases. You will learn how to explore data stored in databases like Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server, mySQL, Oracle, and SQLite using SQL. You will gain hands-on experience querying, …

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• CREOL Spring Colloquium: Viktoryia Shautsova, UCF Materials Science & Engineering

  Feb. 17, 2026 at 12 p.m.
  CREOL: CROL-103

  Title: Light-matter interactions in 2D materials nanophotonics and their applications Abstract: Due to strong quantum confinement and reduced screening, 2D materials enable exciting new opportunities for optoelectronic and biosensing applications. In this talk, I will first briefly discuss large-scale fabrication strategies for 2D material-based devices and their integration with nanophotonic components. I will then present how coupling of 2D materials …

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• Linux Tool to Orchestrate Research: Makefiles

  Feb. 17, 2026 at 2 p.m. until 4 p.m.
  R1:101: Research 1, Room 101

  Make is a command-line tool often used to build executable code from source code. While ubiquitous for those working with C or FORTRAN, Make can also manage task dependencies for any Unix commands. Researchers seeking to implement reproducible workflows, automating data analysis pipelines, or producing tables and plots for publication can automate their workflow using Make. This workshop is intended for new …

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• Applied Data Science Program for Educators (Recurring Event)

  Feb. 18, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
  Rosen College: Room 102R

  This four-part, practice-oriented series focuses on turning hospitality and tourism data into actionable insights for teaching and research.Dates: Jan 28, Feb 18, Feb 25, March 4  (Wednesdays) Time: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm (lunch will be provided for registered participants; bring your own laptop) Registration Deadline:  Jan 23rd Participants who complete the training will receive a certificate.Open to Rosen College …

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• Parallel Computing in R

  Feb. 18, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m.
  research 1: 101: 101

  This workshop introduces participants to the fundamentals of using Parallel Processing within the context of High-Performance Computing (HPC) with R. Attendees will gain an understanding of the benefits and limitations of HPC, learn about the available provider platforms, and practice logging in and running jobs through both Open OnDemand (OOD) and from the Command Line Interface (CLI). The session emphasizes …

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• Linux – Advanced Unix Shell Programming

  Feb. 19, 2026 at 2 p.m. until 3:30 p.m.
  Virtual

  The "shell" in Unix is a generic term for the program that provides the basic user interface to the system. Typically, this would be a command line interface, but might also include a graphical interface (e.g., "gnome shell"). This workshop will cover commands common to most variations of Unix and Unix command line interface shells. The second hour of this …

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• Graduate Program Info Session: MS in Hospitality and Tourism (Recurring Event)

  Feb. 19, 2026 at 2 p.m. until 3 p.m.
  Virtual

  Join us for a graduate program information session to explore your future at UCF Rosen College. Learn about degree options, program structure, career outcomes, and the value of a Rosen College graduate education, along with a clear overview of the admissions process and requirements. Discover how our programs prepare you to lead, innovate, and advance in the global hospitality and …

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