Workshop/Conference

Join us for the first edition of Plug In Orlando, a monthly series powered by Plug and Play Orlando that brings together innovators, founders, academics and investors shaping the future of Florida's innovation ecosystem.This month's focus is on the AI Advantage: Building Future-Ready Cities and Leaders, featuring a presentation by Justin Spears, business strategist and AI evangelist with MXI Consulting and M3D Technologies. Justin will be breaking down the real-world impact of AI in Smart City development, including intelligent systems, hybrid workforces, startup leverage and how leaders of tomorrow must think today.You'll also experience three rapid-fire startup pitches from founders applying cutting-edge AI and energy technologies to urban innovation:* Nitin (OmniCoreHub) - powering connected ecosystems through enterprise-grade AI platforms* James (Genesis Systems) - reimagining sustainable water generation and energy-efficient systems* Mahdi (UrbaniticsAI) \- empowering city leaders with AI-powered urban analytics to optimize mobility, infrastructure and planning decisionsPizza, networking and inspiration are all on the menu!Connect with founders, corporate innovation leaders, investors, and ecosystem partners as we kick off this new gathering of ideas and impact.Agenda* 4:00 PM - Welcome and Networking* 4:10 PM - AI Advantage: Building Future-Ready Cities and Leaders by Justin Spears, Business Strategist and AI Evangelist with MXI Consulting and M3D Technologies* 4:30 PM - Startup Pitches (OmniCoreHub | Genesis Systems | UrbaniticsAI)* 5:15 PM - Audience Q&A + Community Announcements* 5:30 PM - Wrap-Up and NetworkingAdmission: Free | RSVP requiredLocation: UCF Global (GB) \- 4356 Scorpius St, Orlando, FL 32816Recommended Parking: UCF Parking Garage D is located right next to the Global Building. Registration Link: https://luma.com/mywaf1jb Registration Info: Registration is free, Recommended Parking: UCF Global (GB) 4356 Scorpius St, Orlando, FL 32816, USA UCF Parking Garage D is located right next to the Global Building.

This workshop is facilitated by Rhonda Bishop, vice president for University Compliance, Ethics and Risk.Distinguishing ethical behavior may seem straightforward; however, there will be situations when "doing the right thing" will not be clear.This workshop includes a discussion of the key tenets of ethical decision-making, UCF's framework for thinking ethically, and the application of the principles and framework to real-world scenarios. Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/email-universal/inst/15972$2684/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld Registration Info: Zoom link will be sent to those who register.

Acquire skills to write a strong abstract and to synthesize your research or creative work for a presentation. This workshop is ideal for students planning to apply to the Showcase of Undergraduate Research Excellence or any other conference.Note: This workshop is for students already working on a research project with a faculty mentor.Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ ucf.edu)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1792840/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/stu/events?collection=ALL&eventFormat=HYBRID&sort=RELEVANCE&date=ALL&keyword=writing%20an%20abstract%20for%20conferences Registration Info: Search for "Writing an Abstract for Conferences" on Handshake's Events. Register to secure your spot.

Come explore opportunities to engage in research around the United States and the world!There are opportunities to engage in research at other universities and research institutions (e.g., the National Institute of Health). Previous UCF undergraduates have spent the summer all around the country including Harvard, Yale, Ohio State, Stanford, Vanderbilt, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the University of Pennsylvania. This workshop will also go over opportunities for summer research at UCF like the [Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)](http://our.ucf.edu/opportunities/summerfellowship.php)Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ ucf.edu)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1792830/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/stu/events?collection=ALL&eventFormat=HYBRID&sort=RELEVANCE&date=ALL&keyword=summer%20research%20funding Registration Info: Search for "Summer Research Funding" on Handshake's Events. Register to secure your spot.

Designed for employees who already have some experience giving presentations and/or delivering training, this workshop provides an opportunity for participants to further hone their skills and receive helpful peer feedback. Topics include:* Engaging learning * Outlining of effective presentations/trainings * Developing presentation and facilitation techniquesThis course is meant for trainers and/or employees with training in their job responsibilities. Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/email-universal/inst/15972$2656/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld Registration Info: Register in Workday. Zoom link will be sent to those who register.