Lecture: A National Space Society Perspective on our future in space

The Florida Space Institute is hosting a Distinguished Lecture Series on Tuesday, Oct. 30, with a presentation by Lt. Col. Paul E. Damphousse, Ret. USMC, who will speak on “Ad Astra: A National Space Society Perspective on our Future in Space.” Damphousse currently serves as the executive director of the National Space Society (NSS) headquartered […]

Art show featuring UCF students, faculty, staff and alumni work

The University of Central Florida is pleased to announce the first annual juried art exhibition for students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The theme for this year’s exhibition is: Embracing and Celebrating Differences. Selected artwork will be on display at Counseling and Psychological Services from January 2013 – November 2013, with an opening reception and announcement […]

UCF hosts conference on Molecule-based Magnets

UCF is excited to announce the 13th International Conference on Molecule-based Magnets (ICMM-2012) in Orlando (Rosen Centre hotel), October 7-11. Organized by UCF and co-chaired by Enrique del Barco, faculty member of the Physics department, the ICMM has become the premiere international forum for scientists and junior researchers to present and discuss the most exciting […]

Event: Teaching conservation to children

Join us for an informal discussion with UCF Sociology Professor Penelope Canan, Ph.D., on the importance of teaching conservation to children. She will speak about the benefits of learning about the environment at a young age. The event will be held at the Orange County Regional History Center, which is located at 65 E. Central Blvd., Orlando, FL 32801. […]

Dinner date with a scientist

Imagine enjoying dinner and participating in a lively discussion with cutting-edge scientists about the ways lasers and nanoprobes are used in medical treatment, the impact of runoff water on the marine ecology, asteroids and their connection to the planet’s building blocks or the latest discoveries from a Mayan dig in Belize. It happens the first […]

Event: America Ferrera comes to UCF

Join the Multicultural Student Center as we host this year’s Hispanic Heritage Month keynote speaker, America Ferrera. America Ferrera is an American actress and producer. She is best known for her Emmy Award-winning portrayal of “Betty Suarez” on the ABC hit comedy Ugly Betty, but Ferrera is also a devoted humanitarian. In 2010, Ferrera was awarded the […]

Event: “In the Dirt” lecture series

Join the Florida Public Archaeology Network and the Florida Historical Society for its first fall presentation, which is part of the “In the Dirt” Lecture Series. It starts tonight at 7 p.m. and guests are invited to come and learn about early human habitation on the Bahamas with Dr. Peter Sinelli. Dr. Sinelli is an instructor of anthropology […]

Learn about careers in international relations

Careers in International Relations: An Advising Workshop Wednesday 26 September 4:00-5:00 PM ED 174A Presented by the UCF Political Science Department Learn about: • International relations career paths • Schedule Planning • Study abroad decision-making • Internships and Career Development • Undergraduate Research Opportunities • Graduate School • Scholarships and Fellowships Faculty and staff will be […]

COS goes green with 2012 Open House

The College of Sciences welcomed students, families, faculty, staff and members of the public to their fifth annual Open House Saturday, September 15. In an effort to improve the environment, the College of Sciences made the tradition a green event this year. Guests and volunteers had the opportunity to plant mangrove plants and build oyster mats […]

Event: The foundations of bio-intensive gardening

Join UCF Arboretum expert staff on Friday October 14th at 12pm as they walk participants through the foundations of bio-intensive gardening. Attendees will get their hands dirty in the community garden and learn how to grown their own food in the most sustainable way possible! RSVP to alex.stringfellow@ucf.edu as space is limited. For more information […]

Successful Women Seminar Series fall event tackles the life of a professor

The UCF Women’s Research Center invites you to the third presentation in our “Successful Women Seminar Series” with Dr. M.C. Santana, Associate Professor, Digital Media and Director of Women’s Studies. As a college Professor and mother, Dr. M. C. Santana finds time to volunteer and participate in community outreach programs all around Central Florida.  “I […]

Join us for a discussion about the Temple of Isis

The temple has long been one of the most famous sites in the city, but how much do we really know of this site, and how was it used? Dr. Swetnam-Burland presents an overview of the sanctuary we think we know, and an altogether different view, focusing on the inscriptions and elaborate decorations and painting […]

President Hitt’s state of the university address

UCF President John Hitt invites the university community to join him on Tuesday, September 25, at 3 p.m. in the Pegasus Ballroom of the Student Union for his annual State of the University Address.  President Hitt will discuss opportunities and challenges at UCF along with his vision for the university’s future. His address will be […]

College of Sciences hosts ecological open house

Students and parents fought the rain and teamed up with UCF Saturday in an effort to go green during the fifth annual College of Sciences open house. The College of Sciences hosted the event where students had the opportunity to better the environment by planting mangrove plants and building oyster mats that will later be […]

Arboretum & Psychology workshop today at noon

The UCF Arboretum in partnership with the Dr. Fiore Psychology lab will continue their workshop series Behavior & The Environment, with a focus on waste. All students, faculty, staff, and community members are invited to join them today at 12:00pm for an educational power-point and a stimulating discussion about waste in our society. Beverages will […]

Event: Creating your CV

Are you having trouble creating your CV? Learn how a CV differs from a resume and techniques to target academic and professional positions at this seminar from the UCF Career Services staff. Discover the components and formats to create a document that effectively communicates your professional background. The event is Thursday, September 13th from 3:00 pm-4:00 pm in […]

Event: Anupama Rao to discuss caste, violence and democracy in India at UCF

Indian author and scholar Anupama Rao will speak Thursday, Sept. 13, at the University of Central Florida. Rao will give a presentation entitled “India and the Caste Question” at 3 p.m. in the Pegasus Ballroom of the Student Union. The event, organized by the UCF Global Perspectives Office, is part of the 2012-2013 theme of […]

Arboretum launches Urban Forestry program

To learn more about the program, please visit the UCF Arboretum’s website by clicking here.

Event: UCF Ad Club will host first meeting Sept. 12

The UCF Ad Club will host their first meeting on Wed., Sept 12 at 4:30 p.m. in BA 207. Advertising students are encouraged to attend to “to learn about who we are, what we’ve done, and how we want to help you grow professionally in the advertising field.” For more information, visit http://ucfadclub.blogspot.com/.

Symposium on “The U.S. Constitution Confronting the 21st Century”

The Lou Frey Institute of Politics and Government, part of UCF’s Department of Political Science, will hold its Fall 2012 Symposium, “The U.S. Constitution Confronting the 21st Century,” on Constitution Day, September 17, in the Pegasus Ballroom. The program begins at 9:15 a.m. on Monday morning with welcoming comments, and then Professor Nadine Strossen, past […]

Event: Open forums for Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Graduate Studies

A note from Dean Michael D. Johnson, College of Sciences Three candidates for Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Graduate Studies will be visiting campus during the next two weeks. As chair of the search committee, I invite you to participate in an open forum with each candidate. Please make every effort to […]

Meet Dr. Herschlag from Stanford University

The Chemistry Department Seminar Program is bringing Dr. Daniel Herschlag from the Biochemistry Department at Stanford University School of Medicine to UCF this coming Monday, September 10, 2012, at 4 PM in BA 119. Abstract Enzymes lie at the center of biology, providing the enormous rate enhancements and exquisite specificity needed for life as we know […]

Bob Opsahl, WFTV anchor, comes to UCF Sept. 17

TurboVote hits the student union today

A new initiative adopted by the Lou Frey Institute and the Student Government Association called TurboVote hits the UCF Student Union today from 12 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Volunteers will have computers available for students to sign up and become registered voters. TurboVote makes voter registration as easy as renting a DVD from Netflix. Students can […]

Event: Where to look and how to be found

UCF Career Services is hosting a session on career advice for students who are entering the job force or looking for a new employment opportunity. At “Where to Look and How To be Found” students can gather information about the job market and how to effectively identify employment opportunities to get the job they want. […]

Event: Law School Admissions Workshop

Event: The quest for a theory of everything

Dr. Costas Efthimiou, UCF Physics professor, is the guest speaker at the September 5 Science Cafe, which will be held at Taste Restaurant in College Park. The Science Cafes start at 7 p.m. and are free and open to the public.  Efthimiou will explain the basic ideas that have led to our desire and hope that a […]

Event: Political strategists and former White House aides come to UCF

The UCF Global Perspectives Office is pleased to announce that political strategists and former White House aides, Doug McMarlin and Jason Recher, will speak Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at the University of Central Florida. McMarlin and Recher will give a presentation entitled “In the Face of Crisis: Lessons for Political Leaders” at 3 p.m. in […]

Event: Politic365 brings political tour to UCF

A tour aimed at engaging young voters during this election season is coming to UCF today to hold a rally where students can share their opinions on such topics as jobs, education, health care, immigration and voter participation. Politic365 College Convention Bus Tour will visit 11 colleges or universities in Florida and North Carolina and is […]

Join us for the Florida Space Institute’s open house

The Florida Space Institute invites you to attend an Open House at its new offices in the UCF Research Park at the Partnership I Building, Suite 214. The open house is on August 29th from 4pm-6pm. This event will provide you with the opportunity to tour FSI’s new offices, meet FSI faculty and staff, including […]