Did you choose a humanities degree because you loved learning about the world, exploring ideas and diving deep into history and culture?Now, how do those passions translate into a fulfilling career? Join Ashley Rivera Mercado, president of Mujeres in Marketing, as she shares her journey of leveraging her humanities background to thrive in tech, marketing and entrepreneurship.Discover the hidden power of your critical thinking, communication and community awareness skills, and how to apply them to any industry you choose. Ashley will provide actionable strategies and inspiring insights to help you navigate your career path and achieve your goals, even if they may not align exactly with what you studied in school. Registration Link: https://ucf.startuptree.co/event/s/hbiaDbZujcUuP99sqMceGz/Breaking-Boundaries%253A-How-Humanities-Fuel-Success-in-Diverse-Careers

2025 Lecture SeriesSponsored by the Eurasia Foundation (From Asia)With 60 percent of the world's population, Asia is not only home to the world's oldest civilizations, it also represents cultural and economic vitality. Asia has a major role in manufacturing, technology and investment markets. Non-governmental organizations specializing in economic development, healthcare and environmental protection are also active throughout Asia. This series will provide a rare opportunity for students and the community to develop a better understanding of the cultural, political and economic forces that have shaped modern Asia by hearing from esteemed international scholars.From Assyria to Rome: A Medieval French View of Alexander the GreatGeri Smith Professor and Chair, Department of Modern Language, University of Central Florida[Eurasian Lecture Series 2025 - College of Arts and Humanities](https://cah.ucf.edu/eurasia-lectures-2025/)Virtual Location URL: https://cah.ucf.edu/eurasia-lectures-2025/

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=afc76735-7faa-4cee-86eb-abc29118af8e

Forgiveness is a choice. In this workshop, participants will learn what forgiveness is and why it is essential to one's healing journey. When we forgive, we unlock a greater sense of self by recognizing the shared humanity in others.This workshop is part of the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop series! [Learn about CAPS and other workshops.](https://caps.sswb.ucf.edu/)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf-hipaa.zoom.us/j/97245375228

Transferring to UCF? UCF handles Financial Aid, Payments, Deadlines, and Scholarships much differently than Valencia does. Attend this workshop to help you make "cents" of your transfer.Session topics include:* How to apply for Financial Aid at UCF and tips for getting the largest award package possible. * If you lost your aid while at your state college, will you get it back? * When are your tuition payments due, and will you be eligible for a payment extension? * How to apply for scholarships and strategies to get your scholarship applications noticed.Virtual Location URL: https://valenciacollege.zoom.us/meeting/register/jduKby3WSeuPzE2iqO9cnw Registration Link: https://valenciacollege.zoom.us/meeting/register/jduKby3WSeuPzE2iqO9cnw

The RWC offers American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED, First Aid Blended Learning classes. The Blended Learning class includes an online portion (most participants can complete this in approximately 2 hours) and an instructor-led class skills session (approximately 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 into 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&semesterId=421e6710-c6e2-49d9-82a8-890f63091995

Discover how to design authentic online assessments -- a powerful approach to evaluating student learning in meaningful, real-world contexts to foster engagement, critical thinking and personalized learning.In this seminar, facilitated by Dr. Jo Smith and Dr. Sharon Woodill, participants will learn:* The meaning, purpose and benefits of authentic assessment in online education. * Key characteristics that distinguish authentic assessment from traditional testing. * How to design authentic tasks with clear criteria and effective rubrics. * How generative artificial intelligence (AI) can be leveraged to support, not supplant, student learning in assessment. * How to incorporate AI with assessment to enhance originality, support process over product and encourage academic integrity.Faculty Seminars in Online Teaching are stand-alone sessions that provide a space for collegial dialogue around best practices in online teaching. Co-presented by the Center for Distributed Learning and UCF teaching faculty, these sessions are designed as ongoing professional development for online instructors following IDL6543. However, all members of the UCF community with an interest in online teaching are welcome to participate. [View additional sessions or learn more.](https://cdl.ucf.edu/teach/professional-development/faculty-seminars/) Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds%5b%5d=81201099

A fireside chat exploring the future of space and what it means for you. From space tourism to lunar landers and orbital business parks, we'll look at how Blue Origin is shaping the next era of human spaceflight -- and why every career path, from engineering to entrepreneurship to the arts, has a place in the space economy. Registration Link: https://ucf.startuptree.co/event/s/ZBLKbii3B3mcLoknWk4Fsg/What%2527s-Next-in-Space%253A-The-Blue-Origin-Perspective

As part of [UCF Space Week](https://www.ucf.edu/spaceweek/), the university's Inaugural SpaceU Awards Dinner will honor excellence and innovation within the space ecosystem, recognizing partners, faculty, students, and industry leaders who exemplify our mission as America's Space University.Nicky Fox, NASA's associate administrator for Science Mission Directorate, to keynote, and Scott Heidler will serve as MC. *This is an invite only event

The UCF volleyball team welcomes Houston on Thursday, Nov. 6.UCF students can attend the match for free with valid UCF student ID. General admission tickets are available for purchase on [Ticketmaster](https://www.ticketmaster.com/ucf-knights-volleyball-tickets/artist/1250831).For the most up-to-date information about the Knights, please visit [ucfknights.com/sports/volleyball](https://ucfknights.com/sports/volleyball) and follow along on social media:* X (formerly Twitter): [@UCF_Volleyball](https://x.com/UCF_Volleyball) * Instagram: [@ucf.volleyball](https://www.instagram.com/ucf.volleyball) * Facebook: [UCF Volleyball](https://www.facebook.com/UCFVolleyball)

The UCF Percussion Ensemble is joined by Anders Åstrand, a renowned Swedish percussionist and composer, to perform a diverse program of his works. Under the direction of Thad Anderson, the UCF Percussion Ensemble frequently performs with guest artists and collaborates with composers to commission and premiere new works for the genre.Free admission for all. No registration or ticket required.

The campus community is invited to join a drone show on Memory Mall in honor of [UCF Space Week](https://www.ucf.edu/spaceweek/).

The Florida Space Institute is proud to convene the 2nd SpaceU Symposium at UCF on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025, during [UCF Space Week](https://www.ucf.edu/spaceweek/). The event will bring together space leaders, researchers, and students from across Florida to present the latest innovations and research, build in-state collaborations and partnerships, and highlight UCF's specialized facilities.The Space Showcase will feature research posters, student clubs, degree programs, internship and scholarship opportunities, jobs, and more. In partnership with NASA, Florida research universities are driving the future of space science, exploration and industry to foster a prosperous space economy.Register to attend by emailing [SpaceUevents@ucf.edu](mailto:SpaceUevents@ucf.edu).

Title: Recent progress in epitaxial growth of semiconductor quantum dot-based lasers and single photon emittersAbstract: Semiconductor quantum dots (QDs), also referred to as artificial atoms, offer unique properties such as discrete and size-controlled energy levels. They have historically been used as a pivotal platform for various optoelectronic devices. Recently, epitaxial III-V QDs have come back into prominence for their role as the active component of choice in solid-state infrared emitters such as lasers and single/entangled photon sources. QD-based emitters have demonstrated exceptional performance with state-of-the-art device parameters and enhanced radiation hardness. A critical step towards realizing these emitters is high-quality epitaxial growth, with separate optimization strategies required for different device classes.This presentation will focus on our recent work in developing epitaxial strategies for realizing QD-based emitters, specifically lasers and single/entangled photon sources.Acknowledgements: This work was performed, in part, at the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies, an Office of Science User Facility operated for the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science by Los Alamos National Laboratory (Contract 89233218CNA000001) and Sandia National Laboratories (Contract DE-NA-0003525).About the Speaker: Sadhvikas Addamane is a principal member of technical staff at Sandia National Laboratories (SNL) and a staff scientist at the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies. He received bachelor's and doctoral degrees in electrical engineering from the University of New Mexico (UNM) in 2013 and 2017, respectively. He also held postdoctoral appointments at both UNM and SNL. His research focuses on the development of epitaxial growth strategies for a wide variety of optoelectronic devices, including high mobility 2DEGs, lasers, saturable absorbers, detectors and single/entangled photon emitters.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/96830543525?from=addon

Join us to discover how your experiences beyond the classroom can support your career path! Learn how to translate your research, study abroad, internship, or volunteering experiences into real-world career skills.Light snacks and refreshments provided. RSVP today to secure your spot to visit our website.Virtual Location URL: register through Handshake for Zoom link Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/stu/events?collection=ALL&eventFormat=HYBRID&sort=RELEVANCE&date=ALL&keyword=leveraging Registration Info: Search for "Leveraging your High-Impact Practice" on Handshake's Events. Register to secure your spot.

UCF students and faculty will present cutting-edge research and projects, celebrating discovery, innovation, and the future of talent fueling space. This event is open to the public and takes place in the lobby of Additional Financial Arena

Trip Information* Trip Date: 11/7/2025-11/9/2025 * Trip Location: White Springs, FL * Trip Cost: $75.00 * Registration Opens: 10/24/2025 * Registration Closes: TBDRegister 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: TBDTrip Description: This river offers deep amber colored water, often referred to as "sweet tea" water, dyed by the beautiful surrounding moss draped trees and is one of the most magical places in Florida. While canoeing, you may catch sight of the famous Florida Trail and the beautiful flora and fauna of this tranquil location. Whatever your canoeing experience level, our trip leaders will guide you through one of Florida's hidden gems!What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including camping gear, canoes, PFDs, etc) and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders. Participants should wear athletic clothing, appropriate footwear, and bring personal water/snacks. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.Meals will be provided on this trip; all menus will take dietary restrictions/preferences and allergies into account. Occasionally, groups will eat at restaurants while traveling. These meals are not included in your trip cost. Your Trip Leaders will inform you of any meals not included in the trip price.What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing, appropriate footwear, and bring personal water/snacks. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.Trip Leaders: Brennon and Bristol Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/program Registration Info: Registration will open 2 weeks before the event at 12:00pm.

This workshop provides an educational exploration of diverse relationship structures. Participants will gain an understanding of the terminology, dynamics and key characteristics of these relationship types. This session aims to increase knowledge about the variety of ways people connect and form relationships.This workshop is part of the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop series! [Learn about CAPS and other workshops.](https://caps.sswb.ucf.edu/)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf-hipaa.zoom.us/j/97245375228

Join us virtually each Friday 1-3 pm without an appointment this Fall semseter. Simply go to [go.ucf.edu/CSpopin](go.ucf.edu/CSpopin) for the zoom registration anytime 1-3pm. We will accept you into the zoom once we have an available Career Peer Advisor to assist you with your resume, cover letter, linkedin profile, or quick career questions!Virtual Location URL: go.ucf.edu/CSpopin

While the Rosen College Campus undergoes a renovation to the academic building, we will offer Virtual Visit experiences! The virtual sessions will be offered via Zoom. All sessions will be offered on select Mondays and Fridays at 1 pm EST.Virtual Location URL: https://futureknight.apply.ucf.edu/portal/rosenvirtual Registration Link: https://futureknight.apply.ucf.edu/portal/rosenvirtual Registration Info: Registered guests will receive a confirmation e-mail with meeting number and password