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			<title>Dixon Career Development Center</title>
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		<title>2026 Graduate &amp; Professional School Fairs - Hosted by UCF Dixon Career Development Center</title>
		<subtitle></subtitle>
		<start_date>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400</start_date>
		<end_date>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:00:00 -0400</end_date>
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		<description><![CDATA[<p><strong>Pre-Health, Pre-Law, and Pre-Grad Students:</strong><br><strong>Your Next Step Starts Here!</strong></p>
<p><strong>October 12&ndash;13, 2026</strong><br>Student Union<br>FREE Entry!</p>
<p><strong>SHAPE YOUR FUTURE BEYOND UCF</strong></p>
<p>Are you considering taking your education to the next level after graduation? The Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center invites you to connect face-to-face with representatives from graduate programs, law schools, and health professional schools from across the country.</p>
<p>This year, our Graduate &amp; Professional School Fairs will be offered as three specialized events, allowing you to connect with institutions and programs that align most closely with your goals and interests.</p>
<p><strong>FAIR SCHEDULES &amp; LOCATIONS</strong></p>
<p><strong>Monday, October 12, 2026</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Graduate Fair | 10:00 a.m. &ndash; 1:00 p.m.<br>Key West Ballroom, 2nd Floor, Student Union</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Law Fair | 2:00 p.m. &ndash; 5:00 p.m.<br>Cape Florida Ballroom, 3rd Floor, Student Union</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Tuesday, October 13, 2026</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Health Professions Fair | 1:00 p.m. &ndash; 4:00 p.m.<br>Key West Ballroom, 2nd Floor, Student Union</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>Whether you're a freshman exploring possibilities or a senior preparing to submit applications, these fairs provide an opportunity to gain insider information on admissions requirements, application strategies, and program offerings directly from the source.</p>
<p><strong>PROGRAMS YOU'LL CONNECT WITH</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Graduate Programs (Master's, Ph.D., and other advanced degrees)</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Law Schools</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Health Professional Programs (Medicine, Physician Assistant, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Physical Therapy, and more)</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>WHY ATTEND?</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>
<p>Get direct answers to your questions about admissions requirements and expectations.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Learn about program-specific prerequisites, timelines, and application deadlines.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Network with admissions representatives and program staff who review applications.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Discover programs and pathways you may not have previously considered.</p>
</li>
<li>
<p>Gain valuable insights to help strengthen your candidacy and prepare for the next step in your journey.</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR EXPERIENCE</strong></p>
<p>Register in advance to receive event updates and a list of participating institutions. Early registration is highly encouraged and will help you plan which representatives and programs you would like to prioritize during your visit.</p>
<p>We look forward to seeing you at the fair!</p>]]></description>
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		<contact_person>Raquel Toro-Espinal</contact_person>
		<contact_email>raquel.toro@ucf.edu</contact_email>
		<contact_phone>4078231873</contact_phone>

		<category>Academic</category>
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		<registration_info><![CDATA[Please RSVP via your Handshake account.]]></registration_info>

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