Join the UCF Center for Public and Nonprofit Management (CPNM) in exploring innovative solutions, advances in technology, and current trends in the public and nonprofit sector at the annual Public Administration Research Conference (PARC). This year's theme "A Bridge from Research to Empowering Communities to Solve Complex Problems" will cultivate opportunities for attendees to gain knowledge and tools supporting work creating sustainable change.Students, faculty, and community partners are welcome. Learn more, submit a proposal, or find out more about PARC at the [Conference website](https://parc2025.wordpress.com/) Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/19th-annual-public-administration-research-conference-tickets-1046962923287?aff=oddtdtcreator

Wednesday, September 25, 2024 noon to 1 p.m.Topic: Faculty Research Fellows: Tips for Success and Value of CollaborationThe College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) virtual bi-weekly research circles include presentations and conversations from CCIE faculty as well as faculty from other colleges at UCF, with a focus on collaborative innovative, interdisciplinary and community-based research initiatives.The presentations will provide opportunities to connect with CCIE faculty and share opportunities of mutual interest.Presenters from the community and government agencies are also invited to join in the discussion and explore ways to engage in research and innovation at UCF.DATES and TOPICSSept. 4, 2024 - Centers: CREST, CASTLE Lab, PEERSept. 25, 2024 - CCIE Research Administration Services Team (RAST)Oct. 9, 2024 - NIH Funding SuccessOct. 23, 2024 - Tips for SuccessJan. 22, 2025 - Writing and Publishing in Peer-Reviewed JournalsFeb. 5, 2025 - Faculty Research Fellows: Tips for Success and Value of CollaborationFeb. 19, 2025 - International EngagementMarch 5, 2025 - University and College Communication Resources for Amplifying Research VisibilityApril 2, 2025 - Efforts to Engage Communities and Researchers to Strengthen Community ResilienceApril 16, 2025 - Public Safety - NIJVirtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/95985035483?pwd=4JGOCuKFKGIGy6TFDdt6xaec3hSPhf.1

Are you interested in pursuing law school but have questions about the admissions and application process? Join Professor Randall Abate for an informative session designed to guide students through the ins and outs of applying to law school, open to all students considering law school.Don't miss this opportunity to get expert advice and set yourself up for success in your legal career journey!

Beginning January 8, 2025, the DTC Library will be offering fresh popcorn on Wednesdays from 2pm to 4pm!Follow your nose and POP-in to the library at DPAC 265 to grab a fresh bag and learn about all the DTC Library has to offer.DTC Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00AM to 9:00PM and 8:00AM to 4:00PM on Fridays. The library is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

It's that time of year again, where we celebrate love by wrapping up those books so you don't judge them by their covers.Blind Date with the Book adds fun and mystery to your leisure reading experience! Come to the downtown campus library to check out our eligible book-elorettes; their dating profiles will give you a clue to their contents, but you won't know what you have checked out until you unwrap one of these Pop Reads!Downtown Campus Library can be found at the second floor of the Doctor Phillips Academic Commons East Wing, room 265.

Join us for a Pilates class in the Group Exercise Studio on the 2nd floor of UnionWest!Pilates offers a complete core workout by challenging all of our stabilizing muscle groups. Pilates is designed to improve physical strength, flexibility, and posture, and enhance mental awareness.