Join UCF Librarian Patrick Green to learn about the Library's citation management system, Endnote. In this workshop, participants will learn how to use the free EndNote Basic citation manager. Citation managers support ethical writing by keeping your literature organized for easy insertion into your research documents and shareable with your team of scholars.This workshop will cover how to import references from Google Scholar and library databases such as Web of Science, utilize the Cite While You Write plug-in for all in-text citations, and allow participants to practice switching your references to different citation styles such as APA Annotated Bibliography.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.libcal.com/event/15464097 Registration Link: https://ucf.libcal.com/event/15464097

Thinking about a postgraduate program but unsure how to pay for it? Join us for an engaging workshop led by Michael Aldarondo-Jeffries, director of academic advancement programs, who will reveal the financial secrets of pursuing advanced degrees.Whether you're pre-grad, pre-health, or pre-law, this session will guide you through funding options such as fellowships, assistantships, scholarships and financial aid strategies to make your dream program more affordable than you might expect.Learn how to research funding opportunities, craft competitive applications, and gain insider tips to give you a financial edge. Don't let cost hold you back--discover how to invest in your future without breaking the bank. Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1777928/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP via Handshake.

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/1792829/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.

Learning Labs are focused 30- to 60-minute sessions with a talent development team member designed to address your specific questions and challenges. Whether you're looking to deepen your skills, apply concepts from a recent course or navigate a workplace situation, these confidential sessions offer practical, one-on-one guidance tailored to your needs.Virtual Location URL: zoom link will be sent to those who register. Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/email-universal/inst/17815$1040/rel-task/2997$10951.htmld Registration Info: Register in Workday. Zoom link will be sent to those who register.

Save time and simplify complex research tasks with emerging artificial intelligence (AI)-powered research tools! In this 60-minute workshop, the Faculty Multimedia Center (FMC) and Center for Distributed Learning will help you use AI-based research tools to the fullest.For similar events and training opportunities, check out our full listing of [FMC workshops and events](https://cdl.ucf.edu/support/fmc/events-workshops/) for the semester here.Don't miss out on enhancing your skills and knowledge with our beginner, intermediate and advanced level workshops!This workshop is limited to UCF faculty, staff and GTAs. Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=21423896&appointmentType=80456076

Are you a student loan borrower or thinking of taking out student loans? Learn everything you need to know about repayment with this session with Centsible Knights!Virtual Location URL: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a562c72c-0553-4bfd-80d5-ad00dbf885e6@bb932f15-ef38-42ba-91fc-f3c59d5dd1f1 Registration Link: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/a562c72c-0553-4bfd-80d5-ad00dbf885e6@bb932f15-ef38-42ba-91fc-f3c59d5dd1f1 Registration Info: Please register to access the webinar.

Ever wonder what it really takes to get into a postgraduate degree program? Hear the inside scoop from UCF alumni who've been there, done that and have the acceptance letters to prove it. Whether you are pre-health, pre-law, or pre-grad, this panel is your chance to learn what worked, what didn't and what they wish they knew when they were in your shoes.From personal statements and interviews to unexpected challenges and big wins, our panelists will share their real stories and practical tips to help you navigate your own journey with confidence. Bring your questions, your curiosity and maybe even your note-taking app--this is one session you won't want to miss.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1777931/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1777931/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP via Handshake.

The Florida High Tech Corridor works with partners to expand the capacity of high tech, innovation and regional talent pipeline to advance innovation, grow the economy and improve the lives of people in the communities we serve; come to learn how FHTC further serves as a force multiplier for innovation within UCF and beyond. Registration Link: https://ucf.infoready4.com/#freeformCompetitionDetail/1985918

As a supervisor, your role is to coach, motivate, and empower others to use their skills, expertise and ideas to produce results. What is performance management and how do you do it? Come learn about best practices in performance management, the benefits gained when performance management is done well and specific practice with writing goals for performance. We will also explore some of the common challenges related to performance management!Virtual Location URL: Zoom link will be sent to those who register. Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/email-universal/inst/15972$2638/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld Registration Info: Register in Workday. Zoom link will be sent to those who register.

Prompt engineering is a critical skill for effectively leveraging large language models (LLMs) in both research and applied domains. This workshop provides a structured introduction to the principles and techniques of prompt design, focusing on how carefully crafted prompts can influence model behavior to yield accurate, relevant, and purpose-driven responses. Participants will explore foundational strategies such as role-based prompting, task framing, step-by-step reasoning, and few-shot learning. The session emphasizes practical methodologies for enhancing the clarity, consistency, and reliability of outputs when interacting with LLMs. It includes a walkthrough of example prompts, demonstrating how specific changes influence the model's responses and highlighting key techniques for effective prompt engineering in real-world scenarios. This workshop is intended for everyone who is interested in developing effective interactions with large language models. While the session is accessible and application-focused, participants are expected to have a basic understanding of prompt engineering concepts and terminology, AI concepts, GPT models or language models will be helpful. The session is designed to be accessible for beginners while offering valuable insights for those looking to apply prompt engineering techniques in academic, educational, or applied research contexts.Presented by Nafisa IslamVirtual Location URL: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_088cGOVUjQ8pmlw Registration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_088cGOVUjQ8pmlw

In this session, we invite participants to explore the potential of picturebooks for establishing a foundation for disciplinary literacy in the elementary classroom. We will first examine the nature of the picturebook and consider what makes this text format so ideal for a broad range of learners. Then, we will offer recommendations for incorporating types of picturebooks into the elementary curriculum to support children's critical thinking and responses to these texts. Specific pedagogical strategies and recommended titles will be shared. Presenters:Patricia A. Crawford, Associate Professor, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh- Katrina Bartow Jacobs, Associate Professor of Practice, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh - Michelle J. Sobolak, Associate Professor of Practice and Director of Teacher Education, School of Education, University of Pittsburgh -Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/J8dcAiBlSqqKocrn-hc_cw Registration Link: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/J8dcAiBlSqqKocrn-hc_cw Registration Info: After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Don't let your graduate school applications be a horror story! Join the Office of Undergraduate Research (O.U.R.) for a frighteningly fun workshop that will teach you how to transform your academic profile from ordinary to extraordinary through undergraduate research opportunities. This spooky-themed session will conjure up the secrets to successful research engagement, showing you how to identify and secure research opportunities, approach faculty mentors and transform your research experiences into compelling narratives that will bewitch admissions committees. Perfect for pre-health, pre-law and pre-grad students looking to boost their application profile!Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1777982/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1777982/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP on Handshake.

"Time Well Spent: Physical Activity and Brain Health in Late Adulthood"How we spend our time across the 24-hour day may influence our brain health. Unequivocal evidence suggests that physical activity is a promising strategy to preserve cognitive function and reduce dementia risk as we age. Drawing on emerging research, this session will discuss the importance of physical activity for optimizing brain health in late adulthood, the mechanisms in which this relationship may take place, and future directions for the field.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/9464149518?omn=92127142385

OpenACC is the accepted standard using compiler directives to allow quick development of GPU capable codes using standard languages and compilers. It has been used with great success to accelerate real applications within very short development periods.This workshop assumes knowledge of either C or Fortran programming. Hands-on exercises using the Bridges-2 computing platform at the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center are included to give attendees practice with the concepts presented.How to Register Interested applicants must have an ACCESS ID. Don't have an ACCESS ID? Get one here.Discover [further instructions to create an ACCESS ID](https://rci.research.ucf.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/2024/12/ACCESS-Account-Creation-Workshop.pdf).[Map to venue](https://www.ucf.edu/location/partnership-2/)Workshop Schedule11 a.m. Welcome 11:15 a.m. Computing Environment 11:45 a.m. Parallel Computing and Accelerators 12:15 p.m. Introduction to OpenACC 1 p.m. Lunch break (Lunch is not provided) 2 p.m. Introduction to OpenACC, con't, and exercises 4 p.m. Using OpenACC with CUDA Libraries 4:15 p.m. Advanced OpenACC 4:45 p.m. OpenMP and GPUs 5 p.m. Final Notes and AdjournNote: All times given are Eastern time. Registration Link: https://support.access-ci.org/events/8547

Psychological safety is essential for building collaborative, innovative, and high-performing teams. This 90-minute session introduces participants to the concept of psychological safety and its critical role in fostering employee engagement, trust and well-being.Participants will learn to:* Recognize behaviors that promote or undermine psychological safety * Apply strategies to create an environment where team members feel safe to express ideas, take risks, and be authentic without fear of judgment or retaliation * Build trust and encourage open, respectful communication * Cultivate a culture that values diverse perspectives and supports partnershipThrough practical activities and discussions, this session empowers leaders and employees to develop a psychologically safe workplace that drives engagement, innovation and success.Virtual Location URL: zoom link will be sent to those who register. Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/email-universal/inst/17815$979/rel-task/2997$10951.htmld Registration Info: Register in Workday. Zoom link will be sent to those who register.

Your instructional videos have a voice, but do they speak to everyone? In this hands-on session, you'll explore the basics of audio descriptions and how to create them using Microsoft's Clipchamp. Walk away with practical strategies and skills that you can apply right away.For similar events and training opportunities, check out our full listing of [Faculty Multimedia Center workshops and events](https://cdl.ucf.edu/support/fmc/events-workshops/) for the semester here.Don't miss out on enhancing your skills and knowledge with our beginner, intermediate and advanced level workshops!This workshop is limited to UCF faculty, staff and GTAs. Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=21423896&appointmentType=80138785

[Academic Advancement Programs (AAP)](https://academicsuccess.ucf.edu/aap/) invites you to this Talk Tuesday session featuring Kelsey Holland from Florida A&M University College of Law for a workshop on acing your law school interviews with confidence and flair. Join for a dynamic session that covers everything from mastering common interview questions to showcasing your unique strengths and experiences. You'll learn how to handle tricky questions, present yourself professionally, and leave a lasting impression on admissions committees. This fun and engaging workshop will equip you to tackle any interview scenario with ease and stand out in the competitive world of law school admissions! *This workshop is designed for students in the Applying stage.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1778502/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1778502/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP on Handshake.

In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) tools are widespread, maintaining academic integrity in online assessments has never been more challenging.This workshop will explore how Respondus LockDown Browser and Monitor can be effectively used to deter and detect AI-assisted engagement during online assessments. Attendees will gain hands-on experience configuring exams, understanding monitoring analytics and implementing best practices to ensure secure, fair testing environments.This workshop is hybrid and limited to faculty and staff. Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=82669727

Join us for a hands-on session where we'll walk through our Universal Design Online Content Inspection Tool (UDOIT), a tool within Webcourses@UCF that scans your course for accessibility issues and helps you fix them quickly. Discover why accessibility is important, gain practical experience using UDOIT in your courses and deepen your understanding of best practices for accessible course design.Be sure to bring your laptop, your course materials and your questions. Let's UDOIT together!This virtual workshop is limited to UCF faculty, staff and GTAs.For similar events and training opportunities, check out our full listing of [Faculty Multimedia Center workshops and events](https://cdl.ucf.edu/support/fmc/events-workshops/) for the semester here.Don't miss out on enhancing your skills and knowledge with our beginner, intermediate and advanced level workshops!

The "shell" in Unix is a generic term for the program that provides the basic user interface to the system. Typically, this is a command line interface, but it can also include a graphical interface -- for example, "gnome shell."This workshop, presented by Steven Dick, will cover commands common to most variations of Unix and Unix command line interface shells. The second hour of this workshop will explore shell commands and solutions, inspired by participant questions and problems. It is assumed you are familiar with basic shell concepts.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0pQSQZ6AJYveEaW Registration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0pQSQZ6AJYveEaW