No appointment needed - just come on in to the Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center:* Tuesdays: 10am-12pm * Wednesdays: 12-2pmCheck in on the first floor and you'll be directed to visit with a Career Peer Advisor for assistance with your resume, cover letter, or Handshake profile, or let us know if you have any quick career questions!

Your personal statement is your chance to show grad programs who you are beyond transcripts and test scores. [Academic Advancement Programs (AAP)](https://academicsuccess.ucf.edu/aap/) invites you to this Welcome Wednesday session featuring Dr. Denzil Streete, Senior Associate Dean and Director of Graduate Education at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).This workshop will guide you through the process of crafting a compelling, authentic, and well-structured personal statement that highlights your strengths, experiences, and goals. Learn what admissions committees are really looking for, how to tell your story with clarity and purpose, and common mistakes to avoid. You'll leave with a clear understanding of how to start--or strengthen--your statement to make a lasting impression.*This workshop is designed for students in the Building or Mastering stage.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1777728/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1777728/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP via Handshake.

UCF is commemorating the signing of the U.S. Constitution on Sept. 17 with a lunch-and-learn. David Head, associate lecturer of history, is the keynote speaker.Topic: Pirates are a part of the Constitution. Article I, Section 8 give Congress the power to "define and punish Piracies" and the power to "grant Letters of Marque and Reprisal." What are they doing there? This talk looks at a curious side of our founding document and reveals what pirates can tell us about the Constitution's origins and how it applies in our world today. Registration Link: https://bit.ly/UCFConstitutionDay Registration Info: RSVP by Sept. 15

In-Person Seminar! This presentation provides an overview of programs available from SBA to support the establishment and growth of small businesses, including loan guaranty and venture capital programs to enhance small business access to capital; contracting programs to increase small business opportunities in federal contracting; direct loan programs for businesses, homeowners, and renters to assist their recovery from natural disasters; and small business management and technical assistance training programs to assist business formation and expansion. Congressional interest in these programs has increased in recent years, primarily because small businesses are viewed to stimulate economic activity and create jobs. SBA programs could be the ticket to your achievement of the American Dream. 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/g/x4W8BcsAj4/sba-workshop-how-sba-can-help-your-small-business-achieve-the-american-dream-5a1eVO93HAR

How can you foster academic integrity in your online courses? Join us to discover strategies to reduce the motivation and opportunity for cheating, leverage AI for learning and use academic integrity tools judiciously.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! Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=21423896&appointmentType=81092576

Maximize your undergraduate experience at UCF by participating in the Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program. Join us to learn more.About this eventThe Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program allows juniors and seniors from all disciplines to engage in original and independent research as principal investigators. Over the course of two to four semesters, students work closely with a faculty committee to research, write, defend, and publish an original thesis that serves as an honors capstone product of their undergraduate career. This thesis is published through the university library and is available to researchers worldwide through electronic databases.These information sessions cover the Honors Thesis eligibility requirements, program benefits, and an overview of the steps to complete an Honors Undergraduate thesis/creative project. During these sessions students learn about the process, benefits, ask questions, and fill out the Honors Thesis eligibility form to get started in pursuing original and independent research.RSVP is required at least 2 hours before the start time. The Zoom link and information will be sent to your UCF email account upon registering.ImportantSign-in using your UCF SSO Zoom account (with your full name and official UCF email) before opening the link for the meeting so your attendance can be recorded, and a follow-up email can be sent to your email account.Questions?Email HonorsResearch@ucf.edu.We hope to see you there!Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/aDbjGyXASEe064udDo56Iw Registration Link: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/aDbjGyXASEe064udDo56Iw Registration Info: RSVP required.