Law schools want applicants who do more than show up—they want changemakers. Academic Advancement Programs invites you to join this session to explore the kinds of activities that signal readiness for legal study: leadership roles, advocacy work, research, volunteering, student organizations, and civic engagement. Whether you're building your resume or reflecting on past involvement, we’ll help you connect your experiences …
Events at UCFHealthy data management provides a foundation for strong research. This session will introduce participants to the components of a data management plan, data management processes, the DMPTool, and data repositories. Topics include data expectations, data and metadata standards, access and sharing considerations, and data storage and preservation. Presented by Sarah Norris
Events at UCFExplore ThingLink's scenario-based learning tool to create immersive role-playing activities, escape rooms, decision trees and more! Follow along with a live demo on creating these scenarios and syncing them to your Webcourses@UCF gradebook. This workshop is limited to faculty, GTA's and staff.
Events at UCFAcademic Advancement Programs invites you to this Welcome Wednesday session featuring Angela Vergara, lecturer, sociology undergraduate director and social sciences program director from the UCF Department of Sociology. This workshop will help students learn how to build meaningful professional connections to support their graduate school journey. Participants will explore strategies for networking effectively with faculty, peers, and professionals, both online …
Events at UCFHow to Create Accessible Videos covers the fundamentals of making video content accessible, including captioning and audio description. Learn various methods for captioning videos and get familiar with UCF’s approved captioning vendors and services.
Events at UCFMaximize your undergraduate experience at UCF by participating in the Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program. Join us to learn more. The HUT program allows juniors and seniors from all disciplines to engage in original and independent research as principal investigators. Over two to four semesters, students work closely with a faculty committee to research, write, defend and publish an original …
Events at UCFAcademic Advancement Programs invites you to this Pre-Health Thursday session featuring Abhinav Krishnan from Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. This is your insider guide to navigating the med school journey, whether you're just starting out or ready to apply. What we’ll cover: How to decode med school mission statements and find your best-fit programs Crafting standout applications and …
Events at UCFBring your experience lists, recommendation ideas, or just your questions, and get personalized support for health, law, and graduate school applications with the Academic Advancement Program. We’ll begin with a brief strategy overview and then break into small groups for hands-on guidance. Come as you are. This lab meets you where you’re at and helps you move forward with confidence …
Events at UCFThis session, facilitated by Florence Williams and Steve Heglund, provides strategies to empower students to identify strengths, address gaps and deepen understanding, fostering continuous growth and ownership of their learning. This workshop is limited to faculty.
Events at UCFPlug 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 and artificial intelligence, real estate and construction, advanced manufacturing, and sustainability. Each monthly session focuses on a different topic and may include a featured guest speaker, …
Events at UCFSeven of Florida’s top middle school and high school orchestras have been selected to participate in UCF Orchestras’ annual invitational. Held in Dr. Philips Center’s world class performance facilities, students get the opportunity to learn from, and perform for, nationally recognized music educators. UCF Orchestras are proud to host the annual UCF-Orlando Orchestra Invitational at the Dr. Phillips Center for …
Events at UCFExplore high-impact opportunities to grow as a scholar and prepare for graduate or professional school. This session introduces five signature programs of Academic Advancement Programs: McNair Scholars Research and Mentoring Program Pre-Graduate Knights Pre-Health Scholars Pre-Law Scholars Discover the benefits of joining, such as mentorship, skill development and preparation for advanced degrees, and gain strategies to become a competitive applicant. …
Events at UCFGot questions about applying to law school or taking a gap year? Academic Advancement Programs invites you to join a FAMU College of Law admissions representative for a small group advising session. This session is offered on a sign-up-only basis. You MUST reserve your spot in advance by registering through the SignUpGenius link. In these advising sessions, you can …
Events at UCFTransferring 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 for getting the largest award package possible. If you lost your aid while at your state college, will you …
Events at UCFThe Florida Online Innovation Summit is an opportunity for faculty and instructional designers to share and discuss projects being implemented across the state to advance the state of the art in online learning. It welcomes members of higher education institutions to learn from one another through presentations and panel discussions. Event registration is free for individuals from the State University …
Events at UCFAre 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)
Events at UCFAcademic Advancement Programs invites you to this Pre-Health Thursday session featuring Sarah Morgan from Rush Medical College. Secondary applications are a pivotal step in the medical school admissions process. In this focused session, you will learn how to craft strong, tailored responses that highlight your fit with each program while managing multiple deadlines. We’ll cover strategies to avoid generic language, …
Events at UCFThe UCF Music Department is proud to announce the Annual Florida Horn Festival on Saturday, April 11, 2026. The Florida French Horn Festival features activities designed for high school, college and community horn players, including performances, clinics and a horn ensemble reading session. All participants are encouraged to bring their instruments!
Events at UCFAre you a graduate student completing your thesis or dissertation this semester? Attend this session to learn all about the final submission process, including setting up your STARS account and what to expect when submitting your final document. Learn more information.
Events at UCFJoin us for an insightful webinar that examines how trauma influences a child’s development. Participants will learn to identify bio-psycho-social symptoms of trauma, and to apply clinical interventions that promote change. This webinar is designed for social workers, clinicians, other allied professionals, students, and anyone interested in learning more about childhood trauma. This webinar has been approved for & offers …
Events at UCFCreating 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.
Events at UCFKick off your course with style! Learn how to script, shoot, and share a compelling intro video that welcomes students, builds rapport, and sets the stage for a successful term. In this 60-minute session, follow along with a live demo from a seasoned UCF faculty member using Adobe Express. This workshop is limited to faculty and staff.
Events at UCFIn an era where AI tools are widespread, maintaining academic integrity in online assessments has never been more challenging. This workshop will explore how Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor can be effectively used to deter and detect AI-assisted engagement during online assessments. Attendees will gain hands-on experience in configuring exams, understanding monitoring analytics, and implementing best practices to ensure secure …
Events at UCFThis 60-minute workshop gives faculty a clear, practical overview of Zoom and Panopto for creating course videos. Learn how to choose the right tool, set up recordings, avoid common mistakes, upload or edit videos, add captions and review analytics when sharing content in Webcourses@UCF. We’ll walk through essential Zoom settings, Panopto’s editing features, and simple workflows that save time and …
Events at UCFJoin us for a hands-on session where we’ll walk through our Universal Design Online content Inspection Tool (UDOIT), a tool within Webcourses@UCF that scans your course for accessibility issues and helps you fix them quickly. Discover why accessibility is important, gain practical experience using UDOIT in your courses and deepen your understanding of best practices for accessible course design.Be sure …
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