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Thursday, April 24, 2025
- 10:00 AM7hSpring 2025 BFA Exhibition IIThe Spring BFA Exhibition II provides the opportunity for senior undergraduate students specializing in experimental animation to share their research and artistic practice.Join us for the Opening Reception Thursday, April 17, from 5-7 p.m. | [Register](https://bit.ly/BFA25-2)[Learn more info about the exhibition and the digital catalog.](https://cah.ucf.edu/gallery/) ________________________________________________________Exhibition dates: April 17, 2025 - April 25, 2025 | Opening Reception: Thursday, April 17, from 5-7 p.m. | [RSVP](https://bit.ly/BFA25-2)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.
- 10:30 AM1h 30m2025 FSI Seminar Series: April-The Space Health RevolutionJoin us at the 2025 FSI Seminar Series-AprilDistinguished Guest Speaker: Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta, Vice Chair of Aerospace of Aerospace Medicine and Associate Professor of Medicine at the UCF College of MedicineTopic: The Space Health Revolution: Innovations in space health and biotechLocation: Florida Space Institute, 12354 Research Parkway, Room 209Time: 10:30 a.m.-NoonVirtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/pRZ9dtntTEuaLLTaUd6kAw Registration Link: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/pRZ9dtntTEuaLLTaUd6kAw
- 10:30 AM1h 30m2025 FSI Seminar Series: April-The Space Health RevolutionJoin us at the 2025 FSI Seminar Series-AprilDistinguished Guest Speaker: Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta, Vice Chair of Aerospace of Aerospace Medicine and Associate Professor of Medicine at the UCF College of MedicineTopic: The Space Health Revolution: Innovations in space health and biotechLocation: Florida Space Institute, 12354 Research Parkway, Room 209Time: 10:30 a.m.-NoonVirtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/pRZ9dtntTEuaLLTaUd6kAw Registration Link: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/pRZ9dtntTEuaLLTaUd6kAw
- 12:30 PM1hCreating Self-CompassionSelf-compassion is something we could all benefit from practicing a bit more. This workshop will review what exactly self-compassion is, highlight some of the research findings on it and provide examples of ways to start using more self-compassion in your life.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
- 12:30 PM1hCreating Self-CompassionSelf-compassion is something we could all benefit from practicing a bit more. This workshop will review what exactly self-compassion is, highlight some of the research findings on it and provide examples of ways to start using more self-compassion in your life.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
- 1:00 PM1h 30mBachelor's in Nursing Online Information Session, BSN degree (via Zoom)Join us online for an information session on the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at UCF and learn about the unique admission requirements for each BSN program track. In this interactive information session, ask questions and find out what you need to know to successfully prepare your BSN program application.UCF's Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Information Sessions are designed to help prospective BSN students understand the process and steps for applying to UCF's limited-access, upper-division BSN programs which include the traditional, second degree and concurrent options. The online RN to BSN option will also be discussed. Attendees will learn about unique application requirements to practice and learn in clinical sites, prerequisite courses and grade requirements, and other helpful information. This information session is open to anyone interested in applying to [UCF College of Nursing's BSN program](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/").Attendance is not required of applicants, but it is encouraged. Attendees should plan to arrive early and stay for the entire presentation which will last about one hour followed by a question and answer session. There will be limited availability for one-on-one advising after the session.[BSN program options](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/"):* [Traditional BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/traditional-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/traditional-bsn/") is offered at three UCF campuses: Cocoa, Daytona Beach and Orlando * [Second Degree BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/second-degree-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/second-degree-bsn/") is only offered at UCF Orlando and is designed for students who have a bachelor's degree or higher in a non-nursing discipline * [Concurrent ASN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/#bsn "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/#bsn") is offered at UCF Altamonte Springs (SSC) and UCF Valencia West with on-campus classes and then transitions online the last 1-2 semesters after passing the NCLEX-RN * [Florida College System Concurrent ASN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-fcs-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-fcs-bsn/") is offered online to students who have completed their first semester of an ASN program at any Florida College System program * [RN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-rn-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-rn-bsn/") is offered online for licensed RNs who aim to advance their education with a BSN degreeThank you and we look forward to chatting with you.Virtual Location URL: https://calendly.com/ucf-college-of-nursing/bsn-info-session Registration Link: https://calendly.com/ucf-college-of-nursing/bsn-info-session Registration Info: Please register through Calendly. Once you register, you will receive an email with the meeting instructions.
- 1:00 PM1h 30mBachelor's in Nursing Online Information Session, BSN degree (via Zoom)Join us online for an information session on the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at UCF and learn about the unique admission requirements for each BSN program track. In this interactive information session, ask questions and find out what you need to know to successfully prepare your BSN program application.UCF's Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Information Sessions are designed to help prospective BSN students understand the process and steps for applying to UCF's limited-access, upper-division BSN programs which include the traditional, second degree and concurrent options. The online RN to BSN option will also be discussed. Attendees will learn about unique application requirements to practice and learn in clinical sites, prerequisite courses and grade requirements, and other helpful information. This information session is open to anyone interested in applying to [UCF College of Nursing's BSN program](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/").Attendance is not required of applicants, but it is encouraged. Attendees should plan to arrive early and stay for the entire presentation which will last about one hour followed by a question and answer session. There will be limited availability for one-on-one advising after the session.[BSN program options](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/"):* [Traditional BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/traditional-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/traditional-bsn/") is offered at three UCF campuses: Cocoa, Daytona Beach and Orlando * [Second Degree BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/second-degree-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/second-degree-bsn/") is only offered at UCF Orlando and is designed for students who have a bachelor's degree or higher in a non-nursing discipline * [Concurrent ASN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/#bsn "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/#bsn") is offered at UCF Altamonte Springs (SSC) and UCF Valencia West with on-campus classes and then transitions online the last 1-2 semesters after passing the NCLEX-RN * [Florida College System Concurrent ASN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-fcs-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-fcs-bsn/") is offered online to students who have completed their first semester of an ASN program at any Florida College System program * [RN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-rn-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-rn-bsn/") is offered online for licensed RNs who aim to advance their education with a BSN degreeThank you and we look forward to chatting with you.Virtual Location URL: https://calendly.com/ucf-college-of-nursing/bsn-info-session Registration Link: https://calendly.com/ucf-college-of-nursing/bsn-info-session Registration Info: Please register through Calendly. Once you register, you will receive an email with the meeting instructions.
- 1:00 PM1h 30mPDF AccessibilityThis training will cover the basics of the remediation of PDF documents for accessibility, including tagging content and establishing reading order. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete Document Accessibility to gain an understanding of the components of an accessible document before enrolling in PDF Accessibility. Please note that participants are encouraged, but not required, to bring a device with Adobe Acrobat installed to this training.Virtual Location URL: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/learning/course/0092824c0cd91000d884a1bb9ee30000?type=9882927d138b100019b6a2df1a46018b Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/learning/course/0092824c0cd91000d884a1bb9ee30000?type=9882927d138b100019b6a2df1a46018b Registration Info: Faculty and Staff register via Workday Learning. Students email digitalaccessibility@ucf.edu
- 1:00 PM1h 30mPDF AccessibilityThis training will cover the basics of the remediation of PDF documents for accessibility, including tagging content and establishing reading order. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete Document Accessibility to gain an understanding of the components of an accessible document before enrolling in PDF Accessibility. Please note that participants are encouraged, but not required, to bring a device with Adobe Acrobat installed to this training.Virtual Location URL: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/learning/course/0092824c0cd91000d884a1bb9ee30000?type=9882927d138b100019b6a2df1a46018b Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/learning/course/0092824c0cd91000d884a1bb9ee30000?type=9882927d138b100019b6a2df1a46018b Registration Info: Faculty and Staff register via Workday Learning. Students email digitalaccessibility@ucf.edu
- 1:00 PM2hPop-Up LibraryDTC Library is bringing the books to you! Check out and return books at our Pop Up Library. Every Thursday we load up one of our book carts with popcorn, swag, and Pop Reads! Our Pop Reads are new fiction and nonfiction and have a three week loan time, and we change the location of the book cart every week. That means if you check out a book from our book cart while we are at CMB, you can catch us again there in three weeks to return it.
- 3:00 PM2hMighty Knights Self-DefenseThis course -- taught by UCF police officers who are experienced and knowledgeable about personal safety and threat awareness -- primarily focuses on topics of mindset, preparation and awareness, but also demonstrates basic physical defense techniques. Our courses are designed to provide attendees with information, tactics and options which we believe may be useful for various types of crimes perpetrated against victims.As an inclusive, public institution of higher education, UCF offers the Mighty Knights classes to all students, staff, and faculty within the UCF community at no cost. A valid UCF affiliated e-mail account must be used when registering for this course. For classes held at UCF Downtown, Valencia students, faculty and staff will also be able to register with their Valencia email address.Registration is required. Please note, class sizes are small to ensure each participant is able to get the most from the class, so there is a limited amount of space available. You will receive an e-mail with class information prior to the course date.If you have a group of 11 or more and would like to host a private self-defense lecture/demonstration for your group, please email [policecr@ucf.edu](mailto:policecr@ucf.edu) . Registration Link: https://police.ucf.edu/resources/mighty-knights/
- 3:00 PM2hMighty Knights Self-DefenseThis course -- taught by UCF police officers who are experienced and knowledgeable about personal safety and threat awareness -- primarily focuses on topics of mindset, preparation and awareness, but also demonstrates basic physical defense techniques. Our courses are designed to provide attendees with information, tactics and options which we believe may be useful for various types of crimes perpetrated against victims.As an inclusive, public institution of higher education, UCF offers the Mighty Knights classes to all students, staff, and faculty within the UCF community at no cost. A valid UCF affiliated e-mail account must be used when registering for this course. For classes held at UCF Downtown, Valencia students, faculty and staff will also be able to register with their Valencia email address.Registration is required. Please note, class sizes are small to ensure each participant is able to get the most from the class, so there is a limited amount of space available. You will receive an e-mail with class information prior to the course date.If you have a group of 11 or more and would like to host a private self-defense lecture/demonstration for your group, please email [policecr@ucf.edu](mailto:policecr@ucf.edu) . Registration Link: https://police.ucf.edu/resources/mighty-knights/
- 6:00 PM1hDisciplinary Literacy in Action: Activities for Close-Reading Primary Sources in Social Studies (K-12)Close-reading primary sources can greatly enhance student engagement across all grade levels and content areas. In this session, participants will learn strategies to engage students in close reading activities, such as see/think/wonder, says/means/matters, and other methods of document analysis using art, objects, photos, and more. Participants will also learn where to find resources and primary source documents for classroom use.Melissa Starkey, Associate Professor of Education, Central Baptist College, ArkansasVirtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/AplXAE8xSjivmlBMBf_qVg Registration Link: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/AplXAE8xSjivmlBMBf_qVg Registration Info: Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting
- 6:00 PM1hDisciplinary Literacy in Action: Activities for Close-Reading Primary Sources in Social Studies (K-12)Close-reading primary sources can greatly enhance student engagement across all grade levels and content areas. In this session, participants will learn strategies to engage students in close reading activities, such as see/think/wonder, says/means/matters, and other methods of document analysis using art, objects, photos, and more. Participants will also learn where to find resources and primary source documents for classroom use.Melissa Starkey, Associate Professor of Education, Central Baptist College, ArkansasVirtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/AplXAE8xSjivmlBMBf_qVg Registration Link: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/AplXAE8xSjivmlBMBf_qVg Registration Info: Register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting