Events By Category: “Speaker/Lecture/Seminar”

  • Dean's Speaker Series: What's Next for the Big Business of College Sports with Adrien Bouchet

    Citrus Club Orlando

    With the demise of the PAC 12 and the rise of the super conference — not to mention Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) deals and the transfer portal — the college sports landscape has changed drastically. Join us for breakfast and the first Dean's Speaker Series of the fall on Wednesday, Sept. 27, to learn what's next for the big business …

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  • Big 12 Homecoming: Be You Women's Empowerment Series

    Addition Financial Arena

    As part of Big 12 Homecoming — a conference-wide celebration of the Big 12 brand, bringing three days of entertainment and community engagement to the campuses of Big 12 members — the league has partnered with the iconic Sports Illustrated Swimsuit to bring students the Be You Women’s Empowerment series, presented by Maybelline. The series will include panel discussions focused on mental …

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  • Leverage Your Talent and Level Up Your Life

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    In this session, Jo will discuss the untold stories of the career journey, successfully launching into entrepreneurship and the importance of building a life you don’t need a vacation from.

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  • Special Lecture: Confucianism and Influences of Chinese Civilization on the United States

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    *The in-person lecture is only available to current UCF students, faculty and staff. Recorded lectures will be posted to the website at a later date. Featuring Dave Wang, Author, China and the Founding of the United States: The Influence of Traditional Chinese Civilization and Manager, Queens Library at the Laurelton and Former Adjunct Professor, St. Johns University This is part of the Reaching …

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  • Webinar Feminine Post-Memories: Contexts and Voices

    Virtual

    Hear from keynote speakers from the Modern Languages & Literatures and English departments at UCF. 

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  • MSE Distinguished Seminar Series -- Metal Nanowires

    Research I: 101

    Join the Department of Materials Science and Engineering as they welcome Harold Park from Boston University to the fall Distinguished Seminar Series. He will discuss "The Role of Surface Diffusion on the Mechanical Properties of Metal Nanowires." Abstract: Understanding the time-dependent deformation and failure mechanisms of metallic nanostructures such as nanowires is essential for characterizing their reliability, durability and life-cycle …

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  • CECS Virtual Faculty Research Talks

    Virtual

    The UCF College of Engineering and Computer Science's Zoom-cast series is live-streamed every Friday from 12-1 p.m., offering talks by CECS faculty and a live-chat Q&A.  Targeted to faculty, scientists and potential industry and government partners, all are invited to Zoom-in and hear presentations by UCF’s engineering and computer science faculty who explain their cutting-edge, pioneering research endeavors in quick snapshots.  These …

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  • MAE Seminar Series: Inferring the Physics of Waves From Data

    ENG II: Room 103

    Join the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering for the next lecture in the MAE Seminar Series! This week, James Koch of the Pacific Northwest National Lab will discuss "Inferring the Physics of Waves from Data." All UCF faculty and graduate students are welcome to attend. 

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  • How to Build Your Business by Building Relationships

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    Learn how to build your influence and your business through networking, authentic relationships and giving back.

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  • How Going Camping Can Help Us Save Democracy: An Existentialist Invitation

    Virtual

    Learn how social virtues might help us navigate a democratic society in this webinar featuring Dr. J. Aaron Simmons from Furman University. This event is hosted by the Interfaith Dialogue Certificate and the Al-Ghazali Program.  Democracy requires that we work together, and yet American society seems to have slid into a radically antagonistic conception of public life. Opposition is the …

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  • Special Lecture: In Season: Savoring, Serving, Sustaining Local Heritages in China

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    *The in-person lecture is only available to current UCF students, faculty and staff. Recorded lectures will be posted to the website at a later date. Featuring Lanlan Kuang, Assoc. Professor, Philosophy Department, University of Central Florida This is part of the Reaching for the Stars as a Global Citizen: An Intellectual Journey of Asia and the World lecture series. This lecture series …

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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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  • Tips for UCF Transfer Success: Making "Cents" of your Transfer

    Virtual

    Transferring to UCF? UCF handles financial aid, payments, deadlines and scholarships much differently than your institution does. Attend this workshop to help you make “cents” of your transfer. Session topics include: How to apply for financial aid at UCF and tips of getting the largest award package possible. If you lost your aid while at your state college, will you …

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  • Etsy: Where Your talent and Creativity Can Become a Profitable E-commerce Business

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    In this session, we will talk about the opportunities of growth you can unleash by selling on Etsy and the different ways to create an online shop with no previous crafting background. You will learn how to maximize the potential of one of the top 10 marketplaces in the world!

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  • Fail Forward: Learn How to Turn Your Failures into Future Success

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    Angela Alban, president and CEO of SIMETRI, will share her personal, academic, and professional background, and her journey to starting a company. She will cover what her company does and how her background supports their vision and mission. She will share some lessons learned from “failures” that propelled her forward to successes.  

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  • Capability Statement Boot Camp (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    WEBINAR A capability statement is a popular piece of marketing collateral in government contracting. It's a one-page summary of the business much like a ‘company resume’ and can be a great tool to introduce your business. A capability statement will not be the only piece of marketing collateral that you use in government contracting, but it can be a great …

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  • Navigating the Entrepreneurial Roller Coaster

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    It’s safe to say that the entrepreneurial journey is not for the faint of heart. A staggering 66% of small businesses fail due to the internal and emotional factors. In this talk, PhilDumas, founder and CEO of UniKey Technologies, will shine a candid light on navigating theentrepreneurial roller coaster. Phil will be giving a real-world account of his startup journey …

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  • Money Mondays with Wesley at UCF (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    A group where we empower students to take control of their financial future. We understand the importance of effective money management in achieving long-term financial success. Our mission is to equip our students with the tools and expertise needed to make informed financial decisions, set realistic goals and build a strong foundation for financial stability. We’ve hired a financial expert …

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  • Think Global, Act Local: Finding Your Role in Changing the World

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    In this interactive session, attendees will learn key strategies rooted in social entrepreneurship and gain tools for 'doing a lot with a little' in a small business.

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  • How to Get Started with SBIRs

    Virtual

    The Florida APEX Accelerator Expert Speaker Series and the Central Florida Tech Grove are excited to present “SBIR Explained”, a three-part webinar series dedicated to explaining the federal innovation and research programs. The first topic of the series is:  How to Get Started with SBIRs (October 10, 1-3 p.m.) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) funds are offered by the 11 …

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  • Special Lecture: Order and Chaos in China’s Intangible Cultural Heritage

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    *The in-person lecture is only available to current UCF students, faculty and staff. Recorded lectures will be posted to the website at a later date. Order and Chaos in China’s Intangible Cultural Heritage: Ethnicity, Cultural Tourism, and the Place of Tradition in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region Featuring Jessica Anderson Turner, Executive Director, American Folklore Society. This is part of the Reaching …

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  • Neuroscience Applied to Organizational Management

    Student Union: The Blackstone LaunchPad

    When establishing a new business, one of the biggest challenges executives and entrepreneurs encounter is how to thrive when faced with constant, disruptive change. Understanding how the human brain utilizes mental resources in order to deal with the daily challenges each team member faces wasn’t feasible until recently. But the latest findings about the physiology and mechanics behind human brain …

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  • SBA Workshop: Federal Surplus Program for VOSB and 8(a) Firms

    National Entrepreneur Center: Venture Training Room

    We look forward to seeing you in-person at the National Entrepreneur Center in Orlando. This live event will explain the SBA federal surplus property programs currently available to 8(a) firms and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs). The workshop will address the regulatory guidance applicable to both programs, eligibility criteria, and the role of the district office in monitoring these programs if you receive a property …

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  • Marketing Basics (Recurring Event)

    Virtual

    A webinar providing an overview of the marketing process for small business, as well as a close look at all elements of a marketing plan. Marketing is the driver of revenue growth and an imperative for small business success. Topics include the traditional four “P’s” of marketing – Product, Place, Promotion, and Price – as well as three new “P’s” …

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  • SVAD Distinguished Artist Series: avery r. young

    Visual Arts Building: 132

    The UCF School of Visual Arts and Design is proud to welcome artist avery r. young as part of the SVAD Distinguished Artist Series. The SVAD Distinguished Artist Series is an initiative that introduces the UCF students and community to professional and emerging contemporary artists in various fields of study. This lecture by avery r. young is co-sponsored by the …

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