Join the CCIE Virtual Bi-Weekly Research Circles—a space where faculty from UCF’s College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) and across the university come together to share ideas, spark interdisciplinary dialogue and explore community-based research initiatives. Dates and Topics 9/3/2025 - RAST Services and research Faculty Support 9/17/2025 - CCIE Service Centers - CREST, CASTLE Lab, PEER 10/1/2025 - Centers …
You Are Invited to the CCIE Distinguished Lecture Series We are pleased to welcome Dr. Terri Pigott, Distinguished University Professor in the College of Education and Human Development at Georgia State University, as part of our Distinguished Lecture Series. Lecture Title:Using Evidence to Shape Policy: The Role of Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses Abstract:A critical step in any policy decision is …
The vast majority of people — including philosophers — are “compatibilists,” believing that the world is a materialist place with determinist rules yet still allows for free will. In this talk, I'll argue that free will is a myth, completely incompatible with what we know about the biology of behavior. Moreover, I'll explain that it would be a great thing …
The routine killing of healthy animals at research endpoints is labeled “euthanasia,” but is not. This euphemism concerning millions of animal deaths annually misleads the public on the morally fraught issue of animal research. The historic and everyday meaning of “euthanasia” includes two individually necessary and jointly sufficient conditions: (1) humane reason – the killing is for the good of …
Ever wish you had more hours in the day? Balancing personal passions and professional goals can feel like a constant juggling act in today's fast-paced world. This session will show you how to turn your 24 hours into a superpower. We’ll dive deep into practical strategies for mastering time management, helping you thrive in your personal and professional life. From …
Join Orlando Poet Laureate, mental health therapist, and UCF alum Camara Gaither for a dynamic workshop for student innovators. Drawing from her nonlinear journey, Camara will guide students in embracing their own stories as a source of creativity and courage. Through writing prompts, group discussions, and hands-on exercises, participants will discover how to connect with their authenticity, align with their …
Are you starting research and planning on conducting a literature review? In this workshop, we will discuss how to write a literature review. Join us to learn the importance, purpose, and structure of a literature review. This workshop will also offer tools to starting a literature review and how to write one yourself! Questions? Feel free to contact the Office …
Do you want to attend academic conferences? Have you been to a few but wonder if you’re making the most of your experience? The workshop will help you learn how to maximize your time, network, and enjoy your next conference! It will cover everything from how to fund your trip and what to pack, to how to use the conference …
Get a head start learning how to compete and win in UCF's most prestigious and rewarding entrepreneurship competition, THE JOUST! This interactive session will review preparation, application, and competition timelines as well as event rules and success tips. Join us - you can't win if you don't play!
Get a head start learning how to compete and win in UCF's most prestigious and rewarding entrepreneurship competition, THE JOUST! This interactive session will review preparation, application, and competition timelines as well as event rules and success tips. Join us - you can't win if you don't play!
Get a head start learning how to compete and win in UCF's most prestigious and rewarding entrepreneurship competition, THE JOUST! This interactive session will review preparation, application, and competition timelines as well as event rules and success tips. Join us - you can't win if you don't play!
Get help developing your new venture proposal and your application for the Joust New Venture Competition. This workshop will be led by Dr. Cameron Ford who has led the Joust for 20 years and supported thousands of student entrepreneurs at UCF. He will offer tips and tricks to help you submit a creative and credible proposal and improve your odds …
Get help developing your new venture proposal and your application for the Joust New Venture Competition. This workshop will be led by Dr. Cameron Ford who has led the Joust for 20 years and supported thousands of student entrepreneurs at UCF. He will offer tips and tricks to help you submit a creative and credible proposal and improve your odds …
Get a head start learning how to compete and win in UCF's most prestigious and rewarding entrepreneurship competition, THE JOUST! This interactive session will review preparation, application, and competition timelines as well as event rules and success tips. Join us - you can't win if you don't play!
Presented by The Pegasus Review: UCF Undergraduate Research Journal (URJ) editors, this workshop will review the basic strategies to synthesize your research for publication with the URJ. Students who are already involved with a research project will benefit the most from this workshop. Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ ucf.edu)
The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present the “MPI Programming” workshop. This workshop is intended to give C and Fortran programmers a hands-on introduction to MPI programming. Both days are condensed to accommodate multiple time zones but packed with useful information and lab exercises. Attendees will leave with a working knowledge of how to write scalable codes using …
The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present the “MPI Programming” workshop. This workshop is intended to give C and Fortran programmers a hands-on introduction to MPI programming. Both days are condensed to accommodate multiple time zones but packed with useful information and lab exercises. Attendees will leave with a working knowledge of how to write scalable codes using …
Join us in the Graduate Student Center for a screening of the top submissions from the Knights in Focus video competition. Enjoy free popcorn while seeing the exciting research, creativity, and accomplishments of UCF graduate students. After the screening, we’ll announce the competition winners, including First Place, Runner-Up, and the People’s Choice Award.
Kaycee is the perfect example of how a winding path can lead to a destination you never imagined. She went from being a waitress with five different college majors and a resume full of 'random' jobs to becoming a Shark Tank entrepreneur and building a multi-million-dollar company. As the Co-Founder of Apolla Performance, she combined her background in Kinesiology and …