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This webinar session will be a quick overview of our Professional MBA program ([Part-Time](https://business.ucf.edu/degree/professional-mba-part-time/)) and to help answer questions about application requirements and completing your online application to the program. Our next Part Time Professional MBA cohort will start Fall 2025 at the UCF Downtown Campus with a Business Analytics emphasis. Presentation led by Assistant Director of Recruiting, [George Fulginiti](https://business.ucf.edu/person/george-fulginiti/).Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/PMBA052225 Registration Link: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/PMBA052225

Join us for an exclusive Career Fair tailored just for you! This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with leading employers, explore exciting job opportunities and network with fellow UCF alumni who have achieved success in their careers.[ REGISTER TODAY!](https://foundation.ucf.edu/CareerFairJobSeeker) We strongly recommend wearing professional attire to make a positive impression and bring several copies of your resume to share with potential employers.Complimentary parking is available in Garage D or Garage H for all attendees. Registration Link: https://foundation.ucf.edu/CareerFairJobSeeker

Transferring to UCF starts with preparation. The Transfer to Be a Knight information session is designed to provide you with tools to make your transition as smooth as possible.If you're planning to transfer to UCF from another college or university, please join us for this virtual information session filled with advice and support on all things related to transfer students: admission processes, application and academic requirements, transfer credit review and more.Sessions are hosted by a UCF Admissions counselor and are offered on select Thursdays at 4 p.m. ET. This session will last approximately 45 minutes.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtcOCupz0pH9f7XQO9EAR27hfsZONswo2Z Registration Link: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtcOCupz0pH9f7XQO9EAR27hfsZONswo2Z Registration Info: This is a virtual information session hosted in Zoom. Registration is required.

In collaboration with the National Center for Simulation, Orange County Government invites you to the 2025 Florida Simulation Summit. Join industry leaders, innovators, and experts for an interactive exploration of how Smart Decisions Build Smart Cities: Optimizing Operations with AI and Simulation.Overview The Summit highlights how Central Florida's multibillion-dollar Modeling, Simulation, and Training (MS&T) industry has diversified from defense into transportation, theme parks, and other commercial applications. These "dual-use technologies" help make the Orlando area a Smart Cities leader and a global center for technology innovation. The Summit will feature artificial intelligence (AI), simulation, and other immersive technologies that help companies and cities be smarter, more efficient, and innovative, including:* Industry applications for digital twins from experts at Disney, Unity, and TransformXD * Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) applications presented by the Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality Association (VRARA), featuring experts from Honeywell and Beep * AI and simulation presented by companies in Plug and Play's Orlando-based Smart Cities startup accelerator * Keynote address from Beverly Seay, Southeast Regional Director of the Defense Innovation Unit, U.S. Department of Defense * Interactive demonstrations and exhibits throughout the event, including presentations from the main stage moderated by Innovate Orlando * Ultimate Tour Experience to be announcedRegistration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/florida-simulation-summit-2025-tickets-1222362030739 Registration Info: Registration pricing ranges between $89-169. Early bird pricing ends March 31, 2025. Refunds end 7 days before the event.

Capability Statement Boot Camppowered by the APEX Accelerator at UCFA capability statement is a popular piece of marketing collateral in government contracting. It a one-page summary of the business much like a 'company resume' and can be a great tool to introduce your business. A capability statement will not be the only piece of marketing collateral that you use in government contracting, but it can be a great first step.The APEX Accelerator at UCF will present a detailed introduction to the capability statement and how it can be used in government contracting. Highlights will include:* An Overview of the Capability Statement * A Review of Key Components of a Capability Statement: Core Competencies, Differentiators, Past Performance * The Importance of Customizing Your Capability StatementOur speaker will also review some example capability statements as part of this discussion, and the hope is that there will be at least one or two clients who are willing to have their capability statements reviewed in front of the audience as well.Join us for this training session focused on the cornerstone of your government contracting marketing effort!This event is sponsored by the Florida SBDC at UCF.Virtual Location URL: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/capability-statement-boot-camp-5a1eVO7dc7p/overview Registration Link: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/capability-statement-boot-camp-5a1eVO7dc7p/overview

May 13-14, 2025The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present a Machine Learning and Big Data workshop.This workshop will focus on topics including big data analytics and machine learning with Spark, and deep learning using Tensorflow.This will be an IN PERSON event hosted by various satellite sites, there WILL NOT be a direct to desktop option for this event. Tentative AgendaTuesday, May 13 All times given are Eastern11:00 Welcome 11:25 A Brief History of Big Data 12:20 Intro to Spark 1:00 Lunch break 2:00 More Spark and Exercises 3:00 Intro to Machine Learning 5:00 AdjournWednesday, May 14 All times given are Eastern11:00 Machine Learning: Recommender System with Spark 1:00 Lunch break 2:00 Deep Learning with Tensorflow 5:00 Tying it All Together 5:30 Adjourn Registration Link: https://support.access-ci.org/events/7939

Prospective and admitted students for the [Executive MBA](https://business.ucf.edu/degree/executive-mba/) are invited to join this exclusive EMBA Faculty Panel Discussion and meet our faculty. This virtual session offered via Zoom will include three faculty from our EMBA program:* Anand Krishnamoorthy, Ph.D. - Associate Professor of Marketing * Keri White, J.D., LL.M., M.P.H. - Lecturer of Law, Ethics and Tax * Khim Kelly, Ph.D. - KPMG Professor of AccountingTake advantage of this opportunity to ask our faculty questions about the Executive MBA program including preparation for success, learning outcomes, faculty expectations and examples of group work, team projects. [Robin Hofler](https://business.ucf.edu/person/robin-hofler/), Director of Admissions, will moderate the session. To have a great networking experience, please plan to have your video/camera on during the session.Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/EMBA051325 Registration Link: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/EMBA051325

Elevate your teaching with 360 content creation! Play with the FMC's Insta360 cameras and use platforms like ThingLink to create virtual tours or other learning experiences that can immerse students into the subject matter. Become familiar with the production process with the guidance of the FMC team.This workshop is limited to UCF Faculty and GTA's.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!Virtual Location URL: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=55130751 Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=55130751

The UCF baseball team hosts Presbyterian at John Euliano Park at 6:30 p.m.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)

In this week's Workshop Wednesday with Career Services: Helping you find a major and career that you would be happy with utilizing assessments on Focus2Career. Because when you study and work in the field you love, it doesn't feel like work! Get ready to participate and find what you would enjoy and various resources UCF has to offer to help you make your career choice.Complete interest and personality assessments on Focus2: [go.ucf.edu/Focus2](go.ucf.edu/Focus2)Register to attend in person or get the zoom link to attend virtually on Handshake: [bit.ly/UCFhandshake](bit.ly/UCFhandshake)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1729874/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1729874/share_preview

May 13-14, 2025The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present a Machine Learning and Big Data workshop.This workshop will focus on topics including big data analytics and machine learning with Spark, and deep learning using Tensorflow.This will be an IN PERSON event hosted by various satellite sites, there WILL NOT be a direct to desktop option for this event. Tentative AgendaTuesday, May 13 All times given are Eastern11:00 Welcome 11:25 A Brief History of Big Data 12:20 Intro to Spark 1:00 Lunch break 2:00 More Spark and Exercises 3:00 Intro to Machine Learning 5:00 AdjournWednesday, May 14 All times given are Eastern11:00 Machine Learning: Recommender System with Spark 1:00 Lunch break 2:00 Deep Learning with Tensorflow 5:00 Tying it All Together 5:30 Adjourn Registration Link: https://support.access-ci.org/events/7939

Prospective students for the [Master's in Human Resources](https://business.ucf.edu/degree/management-msm/) are invited to join this exclusive HR Faculty Panel Discussion. This virtual session offered via Zoom will include three faculty from our HR program:* [Christopher Leo, D.B.A. - Associate Lecturer, Management](https://business.ucf.edu/person/christopher-leo/) * [Alex Rubenstein, Ph.D. - Associate Professor, Management](https://business.ucf.edu/person/alex-rubenstein/) * [Dana Joseph, Ph.D. - Professor, Management](https://business.ucf.edu/person/dana-joseph/)Take advantage of this opportunity to ask our faculty questions about the HR program including preparation for success, learning outcomes, faculty expectations and examples of group work, team projects, etc. George Fulginiti, Assistant Director of Recruiting, will moderate the session. To have a great networking experience, please plan to have your video/camera on during the session.Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/HR051425 Registration Link: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/HR051425

Join the Master of Emergency and Crisis Management program director and academic adviser for a virtual open house! The information session will provide an opportunity to get answers for all your frequently asked questions about the MECM program curriculum and application requirements.Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=256dde6f-ac4b-43cd-98e0-180722c3344f Registration Link: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=256dde6f-ac4b-43cd-98e0-180722c3344f

This is a Live Event: The U.S. Small Business Administration expanded its business development SBA Mentor-Protege Program. By pairing your small business with a mentor enterprise, small business owners should benefit from the expertise of their mentor and better compete for government contracts - both of which can drive up the value of their business when it's time to sell.Most small businesses could use the added capacity to be gained from a mentor-protege relationship. The SBA Mentor Protege programs can help them do that. Attendees will be briefed by the University of Central Florida APEX Accelerator regarding free technical assistance available to all small businesses in the government contracting arena. Registration Link: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/sba-workshop-mentor-protege-program-insights-5a1eVO7dfDl/overview

This group meets every Wednesday. May meet outdoors during building closures for holidays.NA is a non-profit fellowship of men and women for whom drugs have become a major problem. We meet regularly to help each other live drug-free. There are no dues or fees, the only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using. Our fellowship focuses primarily on recovery from the disease of addiction. Anyone may join us regardless of age, race, sexual identity, creed, religion, or lack of religion.For more information about this meeting visit [studenthealth.ucf.edu/recovery/](https://studenthealth.ucf.edu/recovery/) or call the NA Helpline at 407-425-5157.

The Florida Space Institute is proud to be hosting the 2025 NASA Lunabotics Qualification Challenge from May 15-18 at Exolith Lab. The NASA Lunabotics Qualification Challenge is a cutting-edge event that brings together talented university teams from across the country to develop and deploy robots capable of utilizing lunar regolith in a simulated lunar environment.

This monthly food distribution event is a volunteering opportunity that occurs on the third Thursday of every month at the 910 Livingston Street Church of God about a block and half from UCF Downtown and Valencia College Downtown.The entire volunteer opportunity is from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. There are two volunteer shifts: 8:30-11 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.-1p.m. Volunteers may sign up for one or both shifts (link below).Volunteers will be expected to assist with setup and teardown, breakdown and repackage food for distribution, and assist with loading patron's vehicles.*If all 20 spots are filled, you are still able to come volunteer. Registration Link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0C4CA8A923ABF49-52648443-910food/61146899#/

Your business needs a roadmap for every stage of its growth. We'll remove the mystery of how to create a business plan, the information that should be included and how to use it as a tool to keep your company on track for long term growth.Virtual Location URL: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/business-plan-writing-made-easier-webinar-5a1eVO6igcn/overview Registration Link: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/business-plan-writing-made-easier-webinar-5a1eVO6igcn/overview

Join us online for an information session on DirectConnect to UCF and learn what guaranteed admission is all about. In this interactive information session, ask questions and find out what you need to know to make your transition to UCF easy.[Reserve Your Spot](https://go.ucf.edu/3Opoa5R)DirectConnect to UCF guarantees admission (consistent with university policy) to UCF with an associate degree (A.A.) or articulated (A.S.) degree from one of our partner colleges.Partner Colleges: College of Central Florida, Daytona State College, Eastern Florida State College, Lake-Sumter State College, Seminole State College and Valencia CollegeVirtual Location URL: https://go.ucf.edu/3Opoa5R Registration Link: https://go.ucf.edu/3Opoa5R

UCF's Master of Nonprofit Management Program's Virtual Open House is a great way for prospective students who are interested in the graduate nonprofit programs to hear more about the educational offerings, application process and the prospective experiences of students. Program Director Angela White-Jones will be on hand to answer any questions you may have about the program.Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/portal/ccie?id=ebc19e80-00e5-44f0-b867-b6298baf2daf