It's that time again! The College of Engineering and Computer Science alumni chapter has begun preparing for this semester's Senior Design Showcase and we are so excited for another great event! We are looking for alumni and industry professionals to volunteer their time and expertise as a judge for the event and help us recognize the outstanding work of our graduating seniors. Judges will be asked to review projects in the following disciplines:* Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering * Electrical and Computer Engineering * Computer Science * Industrial Engineering and Management Systems * Interdisciplinary projectsJudging is open to all of our alumni, industry partners and anyone who is an engineer!* April 14-15 | Virtual Judging * April 18 | In-person JudgingVirtual Location URL: https://www.cecs.ucf.edu/alumni-donors/cecs-alumni-corner/

UCF Alumni Book Club Book Madness: A Tournament of BooksMarch 17 - April 7It's bracket season, and the UCF Alumni Book Club is hosting Book Madness again. Join in the fun as sixteen books compete to be one of our 2025 Book Club reads! [Register now](https://foundation.ucf.edu/bookmadness) to download your Book Madness bracket. Voting begins on March 17!Questions? Contact us at [Knights@ucfalumni.com](mailto:Knights@ucfalumni.com).Virtual Location URL: https://foundation.ucf.edu/bookmadness Registration Link: https://foundation.ucf.edu/bookmadness

UCF Celebrates the Arts is an immersive and dynamic cultural extravaganza that fuses creativity, innovation and community engagement. This annual festival showcases the artistic prowess of UCF's faculty and students and invites the broader community to enjoy performances, exhibitions, presentations and interactive experiences. With a focus on accessibility, partnership and diverse offerings, UCF Celebrates the Arts is a unique opportunity for the community to experience the creative side of UCF's innovative spirit.The festival will feature the cherished theatrical masterpiece of "Fiddler on the Roof," brought to life by Tony winner Joseph Stein and Pulitzer Prize winners Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick. With unforgettable musical hits like "Tradition," "Sunrise, Sunset," and "If I Were a Rich Man," as well as the enchanting melodies of "Matchmaker, Matchmaker" and "To Life (L'Chaim!)."Each spring, UCF brings its best and brightest artists to Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts for a large-scale celebration of creativity. UCF Celebrates the Arts showcases our students, faculty and alumni through dance, concerts, lectures and discussions, film, chamber music, visual arts and more. Registration Link: http://Arts.ucf.edu/celebrates Registration Info: purchase tickets here.

The Spring 2024 BFA Exhibition I provides the opportunity for senior undergraduate students specializing in book arts, ceramics, drawing, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture to share their research and artistic practice.Join us for the Opening Reception Thursday, March 27, from 5-7p.m. | [Register](https://bit.ly/BFA25-1)[Learn more info about the exhibition and the digital catalog.](https://cah.ucf.edu/gallery/) ________________________________________________________Exhibition dates: March 27, 2025 - April 4, 2025 | Opening Reception: Thursday, March 27, from 5 - 7 p.m. | [RSVP](https://bit.ly/BFA25-1)Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed on major holidays Admission is FREE _________________________________________________________The UCF Art Gallery at the University of Central Florida serves as a catalyst for visual art experiences and education, culture and community engagement. Our mission is to encourage dialogue and engagement between students, faculty, members of the community, and artists by providing a framework for intellectual and creative inquiry. The gallery hosts exhibitions and programming that examine cultural and social contexts and support contemporary art practices.Free parking is available in Garage F next to the Addition Financial Arena. Parking lot H4 or Garage I requires [purchasing a $5 daily virtual visitor permit](https://parking.ucf.edu/permits/visitor-permits/). Please note that visitors should park in green student spaces ONLY, as the $5 daily virtual permit does not cover red and blue spaces. After 5:30 p.m., daily virtual visitor permits are allowed to park in faculty, staff, unreserved or student spaces. Visitors can register their vehicle's license plate information into the online parking system. Registration Link: https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/opening-reception-spring-2025-bfa-exhibition-i/e-jbezej Registration Info: Admission is free and open to the public.

Amplifying Voices: Florida's 2025 Summit on Higher Education in Prison. Join us for the FCHEP Symposium, a dynamic event offering workshops, panels, and unparalleled networking opportunities designed to engage all members of the community--justice-impacted or not. This symposium will provide valuable insights, foster meaningful connections, and advance the conversation on higher education in prison. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/12zdBpEv5oqFKLRo8 Registration Info: If you want to attend, you are required to fill out the RSVP form.

UCFest presents: Concert Knight featuring Zara LarssonJoin UCFest and the Campus Activities Board for an electrifying concert featuring international pop sensation Zara Larsson! Known for chart-topping hits like Lush Life, Never Forget You and Symphony, Zara will bring her powerhouse vocals and captivating energy to the UCF stage.Plus, enjoy an opening performance by UCF's own rising student band, Stellus! Admission is FREE for UCF students and just $30 for the general public. Don't miss this incredible night of music and entertainment! Registration Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/ucfest-concert-knights-ft-zara-larsson-orlando-florida-04-03-2025/event/22006271AC5F1483 Registration Info: Student admission is FREE with valid UCFID, students should not register. All others interested in attending should purchase tickets by clicking 'register'.

Join us for a night full of fellowship, free food, and wonderful worship. Doors open at 7 p.m. for games and fellowship. Worship begins at 7:30 p.m. Bring a friend! See you there.For more information, follow us on our social media! [ucfbcm | Instagram, Facebook | Linktree](https://linktr.ee/ucfbcm)

Experience the UCF woodwind ensembles, from clarinets to saxophones, in a journey through musical eras with a rich and dynamic repertoire.

Trip Date: 4/4/2025Trip Location: Oviedo, FLTrip Cost: $20.00Registration Opens: 3/21/2025- NoonRegistration Closes: 3/31/2025- 4 p.m.Register for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the [UCF RWC Membership Portal website](https://ucfrwc.org/Program/GetProducts?classification=7e94c055-5e69-4046-8e3d-96909ff99f22&category=ea528aa9-f493-4efb-b769-b1e686780cb3). All trips are now first-come, first-served. All trips will open 2 weeks before the first day of the trip. If the trip is full, you can register for the waitlist using the link above.Pre-Trip Date and Time: 3/31/2025- 6 p.m.Trip Description: Do you like yoga? How about goats? If you answered yes to at least one of these questions, this trip is for you! We'll spend the morning being instructed by a professional yoga instructor and exploring our inner yogi! While doing yoga, you might be lucky enough to have a goat jump on your back in tabletop pose! So come join us on this unique and fun experience!What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including yoga mats), transportation to/from the activity, and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders.What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing, appropriate footwear, and bring personal water/snacks. Meals are not provided. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.Trip Leaders: Ruby, Connor Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/program?classificationId=7e94c055-5e69-4046-8e3d-96909ff99f22

EMDRIA- Approved EMDR Basic TrainingPart One: March 14-16, 2025 Friday-SundayPart Two: April 4-6, 2025 Friday-SundayEMDRIA-Approved Trainer: Reg Morrow Robinson Ed.S., LMFT, LMHC, NCCHosted by the [University of Central Florida's Counselor Education Program](https://ccie.ucf.edu/cesp/counselored/)Level: BeginnerAudience: Mental Health Professionals including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, Graduate Students and pre-licensed therapists who are on a track to licensure.About This CourseFull Training Package Includes: 20 Hours Lecture 20 Hours Small Group Practicum 10 Hours Consultation 40 Optional CEsEMDR Therapy is a powerful, evidence-based treatment for children, teens, and adults. More than 30 positive controlled research studies support the benefits of EMDR Therapy for treatment of depression, trauma, and more. EMDR Therapy can dramatically reduce or eliminate disturbing symptoms, distressing emotions, and unwanted behaviors while fostering positive new perspectives and increased resilience.In addition to the core material we'll share best practices for delivering EMDR Therapy via telehealth with great fidelity to the research validated model for optimal results.Seats are limited to ensure an optimal learning environment for each participant.Who is Eligible to Attend?EMDRIA Sets the Standards for Attendance. Read full eligibility requirements here:Registered Interns Social Workers Mental Health Counselors Marriage and Family Therapists Psychologists Psychiatrists Psychiatric ARNPs Graduate Students in Internship with Active Caseloads Registration Link: https://connectemdr.corsizio.com/event/6660dacddafb2c420f2f7954 Registration Info: Please ensure you meet eligibility requirements prior to registering.

UCF Celebrates the Arts is an immersive and dynamic cultural extravaganza that fuses creativity, innovation and community engagement. This annual festival showcases the artistic prowess of UCF's faculty and students and invites the broader community to enjoy performances, exhibitions, presentations and interactive experiences. With a focus on accessibility, partnership and diverse offerings, UCF Celebrates the Arts is a unique opportunity for the community to experience the creative side of UCF's innovative spirit.The festival will feature the cherished theatrical masterpiece of "Fiddler on the Roof," brought to life by Tony winner Joseph Stein and Pulitzer Prize winners Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick. With unforgettable musical hits like "Tradition," "Sunrise, Sunset," and "If I Were a Rich Man," as well as the enchanting melodies of "Matchmaker, Matchmaker" and "To Life (L'Chaim!)."Each spring, UCF brings its best and brightest artists to Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts for a large-scale celebration of creativity. UCF Celebrates the Arts showcases our students, faculty and alumni through dance, concerts, lectures and discussions, film, chamber music, visual arts and more. Registration Link: http://Arts.ucf.edu/celebrates Registration Info: purchase tickets here.

The Spring 2024 BFA Exhibition I provides the opportunity for senior undergraduate students specializing in book arts, ceramics, drawing, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture to share their research and artistic practice.Join us for the Opening Reception Thursday, March 27, from 5-7p.m. | [Register](https://bit.ly/BFA25-1)[Learn more info about the exhibition and the digital catalog.](https://cah.ucf.edu/gallery/) ________________________________________________________Exhibition dates: March 27, 2025 - April 4, 2025 | Opening Reception: Thursday, March 27, from 5 - 7 p.m. | [RSVP](https://bit.ly/BFA25-1)Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed on major holidays Admission is FREE _________________________________________________________The UCF Art Gallery at the University of Central Florida serves as a catalyst for visual art experiences and education, culture and community engagement. Our mission is to encourage dialogue and engagement between students, faculty, members of the community, and artists by providing a framework for intellectual and creative inquiry. The gallery hosts exhibitions and programming that examine cultural and social contexts and support contemporary art practices.Free parking is available in Garage F next to the Addition Financial Arena. Parking lot H4 or Garage I requires [purchasing a $5 daily virtual visitor permit](https://parking.ucf.edu/permits/visitor-permits/). Please note that visitors should park in green student spaces ONLY, as the $5 daily virtual permit does not cover red and blue spaces. After 5:30 p.m., daily virtual visitor permits are allowed to park in faculty, staff, unreserved or student spaces. Visitors can register their vehicle's license plate information into the online parking system. Registration Link: https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/opening-reception-spring-2025-bfa-exhibition-i/e-jbezej Registration Info: Admission is free and open to the public.

In this workshop you will learn how social media fits into your mental health and ways to tailor your social media experience. Learn how to identify your social media values, create balance and check in with your self-esteem.This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop (WOW) series! [Learn about CAPS and other workshops.](https://caps.sswb.ucf.edu/)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf-hipaa.zoom.us/j/97245375228

Starting a writing assignment, and don't know where to begin? The University Writing Center's Drop-In Drafting Lab can help!No appointments required -- you can drop in during our open hours and:* clarify assignment expectations * develop a plan * brainstorm ideas * or just spend time writing!Any and all writers are welcome!The Drafting Lab will be unavailable on the following days and times:* Monday, March 17, 2025 - Friday, March 21, 2025 (Spring Break)

The RWC offers American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED, First Aid Blended Learning classes. The Blended Learning class includes an online portion (approx. two-to-three hours long) and an instructor-led class skills session (approx. two hours long). The online portion must be completed prior to attending the in-class skills session.Each participant who successfully completes the course will earn an American Red Cross certificate in Adult First Aid, CPR with AED. The certificate is valid for two years.To register for this class please call 407-823-2408, or walk in to the RWC administrative office between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and someone will assist you! Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=d852f400-9a57-40d7-9d72-b60cff4ad06c

Stop by the Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center (CSEL) for drop-in services by Career Services:We can critique your resume, cover letter, Linkedin or professional profiles as well as answer quick career questions.Every Monday and Friday from 1-4 p.m. in the CSEL lobby.Can't make this time or can't find an open appointment with us on Handshake? You can submit your resume on [Vmock.com/UCF](vmock.com/ucf) under network feedback section and we can critique within two business days. Or have AI give you a score for you to improve 24/7!

Join faculty and staff from [UCF's School of Global Health Management and Informatics](https://ccie.ucf.edu/hmi/) to learn more about our [online Executive Masters of Health Administration](https://www.ucf.edu/online/degree/executive-master-health-administration/)! The Executive MHA (eMHA) track is attractive to working health care professionals due to the online delivery format, which allows students to earn an Executive MHA degree from any location and at times convenient to each student. Throughout the program, students enhance their leadership skills and learn from leading experts and academics in the field of health administration. During this one-hour Zoom you will:* have an extensive overview of the Executive MHA program and what makes us unique. * receive a thorough overview of the application and admissions process. * build connections with UCF staff who specifically work with the program. * have the ability to get all your questions answered!Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/portal/emha_webinars?id=ce90ce5f-af43-4616-b2a5-f0c01831509e

The UCF baseball team hosts Kansas at John Euliano Park for a three-game weekend series.UCF students attend for free with valid UCF ID.2025 season promotional schedule: [ucfknights.com/news/2025/02/6/2025-baseball-promo-schedule-released](https://ucfknights.com/news/2025/02/6/2025-baseball-promo-schedule-released)Single-game Tickets: [www.ticketmaster.com/ucf-knights-baseball-tickets/artist/1208324](https://www.ticketmaster.com/ucf-knights-baseball-tickets/artist/1208324)For more information about UCF Baseball, visit: [ucfknights.com/sports/baseball](https://ucfknights.com/sports/baseball)

Enjoy readings from the graduating students of UCF's creative writing MFA program.Hosted by the UCF Department of English.Write of Passage 2025 showcases the work and talent of the Spring 2025 graduating students of UCF's creative writing MFA graduate program.This reading will feature works by Ian Abercrombie, Jayleen Cerda, Gabrielle Decker Fernandez, Aloysius Devine, Carolina Guzman, Nina Lopez, Emily Miller, Drew Robertson, Sophia Saco, Eric Tegethoff, and Nataliia Vatolina.Arrive early to enjoy a showcase of other projects from the UCF English department, including:* The Florida Review, UCF's international literary journal * The Cypress Dome, UCF's undergraduate student literary journal * Writers in the Sun, UCF's visiting writers' series * UCF Creative Writing faculty book displayThis event is a part of UCF Celebrates the Arts 2025. Registration Link: http://arts.ucf.edu/celebrates Registration Info: For more information.

Battle Royale! Swing into the golden age of jazz with the Flying Horse Big Band as they pay tribute to the legendary bands of Count Basie and Duke Ellington. Directed by Saul Dautch '18, this electrifying evening celebrates the timeless music of the swing era, featuring iconic tunes inspired by Basie, Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, and more. Special guest vocalist Carla Cook will join the band for this unforgettable night.The Flying Horse Big Band is one of the premier performing ensembles of the UCF Music Department. Under the direction of American saxophonist Jeff Rupert, they have appeared at the Montreux, Switzerland, and the North Sea Jazz Festivals, as well as numerous festival and concert appearances domestically. The band has featured Randy Brecker, Bob Berg, Michael Mossman, James Moody, Nick Brignola, Harry Allen, Steve Turre, Rodney Holmes, Terry Gibbs, Marvin Stamm, Mulgrew Miller, John Swana, Kevin Mahogany, Lou Donaldson and Eric Alexander with the band.The group has eight recordings recordings. In 2011, the Flying Horse Big Band's debut album Jazz Town climbed to 43 on the JazzWeek chart, and the band has been hitting national jazz charts ever since. Their 2012 release, The Blues is Alright topped out at 35 on JazzWeek's chart. Subsequent recordings include The Blues is Alright (2012), Into the Mystic (2015), Big Man on Campus (2017), The Bat Swings (2018), Good News (2019), and The Florida Rays (2020). Most recently, in 2023, the band released A Message from the Flying Horse Big Band as a tribute to Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers. Both The Florida Rays and A Message from the Flying Horse Big Band have charted to #1 on national (professional) music charts.This event is a part of UCF Celebrates the Arts 2025. Registration Link: https://cah.ucf.edu/events/celebrates/ Registration Info: Purchase tickets here.