* Vous voulez ameliorer votre français oral? (Would you like to improve your French speaking skills?) * Vous aimeriez connaitre des etudiant.e.s qui ont la meme passion que vous pour la langue française?(Would you like to meet students who share your passion for the French language?)Bienvenu.e.s au cafe francophone! Venez echanger avec vos collegues etudiant.e.s dans une ambiance decontractee. (Welcome to the French cafe! Come and chat with your colleagues in a relaxed atmosphere.)Pour qui? Les etudiant.e.s de niveau 2000 (intermediaire) et +, ou etudiant.e.s francophones. (For students at the 2000 level (intermediate) or higher, or French speakers)

[REGISTRATION VIA HANDSHAKE IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT.](https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1774048/share_preview)The Engineering & Technical Industry Day is designed to connect students with industry professionals to help students get career ready. Employer representatives will be on hand to assist with one-on-one resume reviews and interview preparation sessions. This hands-on approach ensures that you not only gain valuable industry knowledge but also receive practical advice tailored to enhance your professional profile. There will be two sessions between 9 a.m.-noon and 1 -4 p.m. Please be sure you are registered to attend the correct session based on your availability.Please bring an updated copy of your resume for recruiters to review.Students are not required to attend for the entire duration of the event. Students can show up anytime during the designated session times. The session will be conducted on a first come, first-served drop-in basis. As employer representatives become available, students will be paired 1-1 to conduct a 15-20 minute session of their choosing and are free to leave after the session is complete.This event is eligible for an EXPO Fast Pass which will grant early entry to the Fall 2025 Internship & Career EXPO (12:30 p.m.). Pick up your voucher on the way out from the session! Limited quantities available.*Employer attendance and event scheduling subject to change. Registration Link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1774048/share_preview Registration Info: REGISTRATION VIA HANDSHAKE IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT.

If you plan to study or intern abroad between December 1, 2025, to October 31, 2026, you may be interested in applying for the Gilman International Scholarship program. The Gilman Scholarship is a $5,000 award given to current Pell Grant recipients interested in study abroad internships or educational opportunities.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/98605347377

This workshop explores the evolving landscape of AI-powered conversational systems, focusing on chatbot development using Microsoft Azure and OpenAI services. Participants will gain hands-on insights into building intelligent, context-aware chatbots powered by large language models (LLMs) and enhanced through Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)--a technique that enables models to produce more accurate, grounded responses by incorporating external knowledge. In this session, I will demonstrate how to develop a RAG-based chatbot using the Azure and OpenAI ecosystem. The workshop will introduce the foundational components of a RAG pipeline and present a streamlined low-code/no-code approach for rapid prototyping and deployment using Azure tools and services. This workshop offers a clear and simplified overview of how to integrate different types of data--such as documents and structured content--into language model-based systems to generate reliable, domain-specific outputs. Whether you're interested in educational technologies, research automation, or enterprise applications, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to design chatbots tailored to your specific datasets and use cases. This workshop is designed for everyone who is interested in integrating AI into their work. While no prior experience with chatbot development is required, a basic understanding of cloud platforms like Azure or general AI terminology will be helpful. Basic familiarity with RAG and LLMs would also be helpful but is not mandatory. The session will be accessible to beginners and informative for those exploring Retrieval-Augmented Generation and large language models.Presented by Nafisa IslamVirtual Location URL: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2313aQM13lIlVsy Registration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2313aQM13lIlVsy

This session will-* Identify key principles of effective communication within a university leadership setting. * Enhance active listening skills to better understand and respond to stakeholder needs. * Utilize various communication channels and techniques to convey clear and impactful messages. * Assess the effectiveness of communication strategies in achieving organizational goals.Virtual Location URL: Zoom link will be sent to those who register. Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/email-universal/inst/15972$2621/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld Registration Info: Register in Workday. Zoom link will be sent to those who register.

Creating Accessible Designs Using Canva introduces the basics of designing inclusive digital content. Learn how to apply accessibility principles in Canva by using high-contrast colors, accessible fonts, alt text and screen reader-friendly layouts. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete How to Create Accessible PDFs beforehand for foundational knowledge. A Canva account and device are recommended for hands-on practice.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/97870760398?pwd=MGk8hKwbO5ymR95ZIA1LS5wA4SjUTW.1 Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/learning/course/c567b981359f1000c14d10f3c1830000?type=9882927d138b100019b6a2df1a46018b Registration Info: Students: no registration required, use the Virtual location link provided. Faculty and Staff: register via Workday.

Sponsored by Addition FinancialStartup Fest 2025 is UCF's biggest celebration of student innovation, entrepreneurial energy, and campus resources -- designed to help students connect with mentors, founders and funding to "future-proof" their careers. Explore new career paths, discover free resources and experience UCF's largest entrepreneurship expo in one action-packed afternoon.ALL STUDENTS FROM ALL COLLEGES ARE WELCOME! Whether you're a freelancer, side-hustler, innovator or future founder, entrepreneurial skills can unlock new opportunities and career success.Free Pizza! Earn five stamps by visiting booths and chatting with exhibitors to claim your slice. It's a fun way to explore and connect.Silent Dance Party! New this year: put on headphones, pick your music channel and dance under the lights! Collect 10 stamps to join the party and vibe like nobody's watching.What you'll experience:* Student startups pitching their products* Mentors and community leaders ready to share insights* Campus and community organizations offering FREE resources and opportunities* Pictures with Knightro and networking with inspiring students* And of course… FREE PIZZA and a SILENT DANCE PARTY (while supplies last!)No dress code. No pressure. Just good vibes and great opportunities.Come explore, connect and celebrate entrepreneurship at UCF -- and be part of something exciting and new! Registration Link: https://ucf.startuptree.co/event/s/VDWuuToQzL9T5RhFda78fy/Startup-Fest-2025

This session will provide information on the online reading education certificate program, the master's degree program (also online), and the doctoral education program.Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=479cab68-a112-4200-b11a-6466f27be3be Registration Link: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=479cab68-a112-4200-b11a-6466f27be3be

The UCF volleyball team welcomes Cincinnati on Wednesday, Sept. 24 for its Sports Clubs night.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)

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.

A play by Marisela Treviño OrtaImmerse yourself in a lyrical tale centered on two sisters, Helena and Belmira. Inspired by Brazilian folklore, this beautiful play explores the depths of life's relationships.Three days before Belmira's wedding, a mysterious man emerges in the sisters' small riverside village. His presence allows deep emotions and unspoken desires to float to the surface, creating waves in an already complex sibling relationship. Dive into a world where myth and reality intertwine to explore true love, compromise, and the choices that transform our lives.Tickets: $10-$25Performance Schedule* Thursday, September 18, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Friday, September 19, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Saturday, September 20, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Sunday, September 21, 2025, 2:00 p.m. * Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Thursday, September 25, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Friday, September 26, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Saturday, September 27, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Sunday, September 28, 2025, 2:00 p.m.Registration Link: https://cah.ucf.edu/events/detail/the-river-bride/ Registration Info: Purchase tickets: $25, $10 with UCF ID

[REGISTRATION VIA HANDSHAKE IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT. ](https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1774043/share_preview)JOIN VIA ZOOM!The All Majors Virtual Industry Day is designed to connect students with industry professionals, helping them become career-ready. Employer representatives will be on hand to assist with one-on-one resume reviews and interview preparation sessions. There will be two sessions: 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. Please ensure you are registered for the correct session based on your availability.Please bring an updated copy of your resume for recruiters to review.Students are not required to attend the entire duration of the event. Students can arrive at any time during the designated session times. The session will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis, with drop-ins welcome. As employer representatives become available, students will be paired one-on-one to conduct a 15-to 20-minute session of their choice, and are free to leave after the session is complete.This event is eligible for an EXPO Fast Pass, which will grant early entry to the Fall 2025 Internship & Career EXPO (12:30 p.m.). Pick-up information will be sent to attendees at the conclusion of the virtual session. Limited quantities available.*Employer attendance and event scheduling are subject to change.Virtual Location URL: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1774043/share_preview Registration Link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1774043/share_preview

Come meet Knights of the Round Table and see what we are all about at the on-campus UCF Foxtail Cafe. We will be handing out free merchandise and coffee/cookie vouchers!

Explore …no place like home by Tenee Hart at the [UCF Art Gallery](https://cah.ucf.edu/gallery/exhibit/no-place-like-home-by-tenee-hart/) from Aug. 22 - Sept. 26.Exhibition Statement:"Being at-home is a matter of how one feels or how one might fail to feel." - Sara AhmedThe conflicted sense of home is where this exhibition begins. Destabilizing the romanticized concept of home, this exhibition will challenge the representation of this ideology by exploring various facets of home across multiple planes of identity including culture, gender, and sexuality. In …no place like home the works will both physicalize and undercut domestic connotations, becoming an anti-monument that calls attention to its own unstable foundation - this idea of home as comfort or discomfort. Dedicated to such ideas of home, this exhibit will include works that stem from the artist's personal childhood nostalgia and the unforgiving chokeholds such memories can create.To learn more about this exhibition, click [HERE.](https://cah.ucf.edu/gallery/exhibit/no-place-like-home-by-tenee-hart/)

You're invited to a virtual open house with the Master of Emergency and Crisis Management program director and academic advisor as we prepare for the Spring 2026 admission cycle. Join us to get answers to your most frequently asked questions about the program curriculum, application requirements and more.Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=e25fcb7b-11b4-4a32-9e56-d3e9ea48ac26 Registration Link: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=e25fcb7b-11b4-4a32-9e56-d3e9ea48ac26

[Academic Advancement Programs (AAP)](https://academicsuccess.ucf.edu/aap/) invites you to this Pre-Health Thursday session featuring Mahnoor Ahmed from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health for an informative panel discussion with current master's and PhD students to explore public health graduate programs. They will share their real-life journeys into public health and biomedical sciences. You'll hear about master's degrees like the MPH, MSPH, and MHS with specializations in areas such as epidemiology and global health. You'll also learn about doctoral programs like the PhD and DrPH that focus on research and leadership, and dual degrees that combine public health with fields like medicine, law, and business. Whether you're pre-med, pre-health, or a social sciences major, this is your chance to ask questions, get inspired, and discover new possibilities and career outcomes in public health and sciences. This session is for all those considering a pathway dedicated to improving health disparities, preventing disease, and promoting well-being.*This workshop is designed for students in the Exploring stage.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1795813/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1795813/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP on Handshake.

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.Journey to the Ottoman Empire: Chinese Travelers to the Early Turkish RepublicGiray Fidan Professor and Chair, Chinese Translation & Interpreting Department at Ankara Haci Bayram Veli University, Turkiye[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/

REGISTRATION VIA HANDSHAKE IS REQUIRED TO ATTEND THIS EVENT.JOIN VIA ZOOM!The All Majors Virtual Industry Day is designed to connect students with industry professionals to help the, get career-ready. Employer representatives will be on hand to assist with one-on-one resume reviews and interview preparation sessions. There will be two sessions: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-4 p.m. Please ensure you are registered for the correct session based on your availability.Please bring an updated copy of your resume for recruiters to review.Students are not required to attend the entire duration of the event. Students can arrive at any time during the designated session times. The session will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis, with drop-ins welcome. As employer representatives become available, students will be paired one-on-one to conduct a 15-to 20-minute session of their choice and are free to leave after the session is complete.This event is eligible for an EXPO Fast Pass, which will grant early entry to the Fall 2025 Internship & Career EXPO (12:30 p.m.). Pick-up information will be sent to attendees at the conclusion of the virtual session. Limited quantities available.*Employer attendance and event scheduling are subject to change.Virtual Location URL: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1774055/share_preview Registration Link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1774055/share_preview Registration Info: RegistrationVIA Handshake is required to attend this event.

This session helps researchers translate their expertise into industry-aligned solutions by scoping problems, identifying resources, and learning to pivot ideas through a solution-selling approach. Practical case studies and a budget planning toolkit will provide actionable strategies for engaging industry partners effectively. Registration Link: https://ucf.infoready4.com/#freeformCompetitionDetail/1985918

Constructive feedback can significantly enhance employee engagement, motivation and performance. This course equips participants with the skills to effectively request feedback. They will learn its importance, how to ask constructively and handle responses. Covering the AID model, the course also provides strategies for fostering open communication.Virtual Location URL: zoom link will be sent to those who register Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/email-universal/inst/15972$2620/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld Registration Info: Register in Workday. Zoom link will be sent to those who register.