UCF Alumni Book Club Book Madness: A Tournament of BooksMarch 17 - April 7It's bracket season, and the UCF Alumni Book Club is hosting Book Madness again. Join in the fun as sixteen books compete to be one of our 2025 Book Club reads! [Register now](https://foundation.ucf.edu/bookmadness) to download your Book Madness bracket. Voting begins on March 17!Questions? Contact us at [Knights@ucfalumni.com](mailto:Knights@ucfalumni.com).Virtual Location URL: https://foundation.ucf.edu/bookmadness Registration Link: https://foundation.ucf.edu/bookmadness

EMDRIA- Approved EMDR Basic TrainingPart One: March 14-16, 2025 Friday-SundayPart Two: April 4-6, 2025 Friday-SundayEMDRIA-Approved Trainer: Reg Morrow Robinson Ed.S., LMFT, LMHC, NCCHosted by the [University of Central Florida's Counselor Education Program](https://ccie.ucf.edu/cesp/counselored/)Level: BeginnerAudience: Mental Health Professionals including Psychologists, Social Workers, Counselors, Graduate Students and pre-licensed therapists who are on a track to licensure.About This CourseFull Training Package Includes: 20 Hours Lecture 20 Hours Small Group Practicum 10 Hours Consultation 40 Optional CEsEMDR Therapy is a powerful, evidence-based treatment for children, teens, and adults. More than 30 positive controlled research studies support the benefits of EMDR Therapy for treatment of depression, trauma, and more. EMDR Therapy can dramatically reduce or eliminate disturbing symptoms, distressing emotions, and unwanted behaviors while fostering positive new perspectives and increased resilience.In addition to the core material we'll share best practices for delivering EMDR Therapy via telehealth with great fidelity to the research validated model for optimal results.Seats are limited to ensure an optimal learning environment for each participant.Who is Eligible to Attend?EMDRIA Sets the Standards for Attendance. Read full eligibility requirements here:Registered Interns Social Workers Mental Health Counselors Marriage and Family Therapists Psychologists Psychiatrists Psychiatric ARNPs Graduate Students in Internship with Active Caseloads Registration Link: https://connectemdr.corsizio.com/event/6660dacddafb2c420f2f7954 Registration Info: Please ensure you meet eligibility requirements prior to registering.

The Spring 2024 BFA Exhibition I provides the opportunity for senior undergraduate students specializing in book arts, ceramics, drawing, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture to share their research and artistic practice.Join us for the Opening Reception Thursday, March 27, from 5-7p.m. | [Register](https://bit.ly/BFA25-1)[Learn more info about the exhibition and the digital catalog.](https://cah.ucf.edu/gallery/) ________________________________________________________Exhibition dates: March 27, 2025 - April 4, 2025 | Opening Reception: Thursday, March 27, from 5 - 7 p.m. | [RSVP](https://bit.ly/BFA25-1)Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed on major holidays Admission is FREE _________________________________________________________The UCF Art Gallery at the University of Central Florida serves as a catalyst for visual art experiences and education, culture and community engagement. Our mission is to encourage dialogue and engagement between students, faculty, members of the community, and artists by providing a framework for intellectual and creative inquiry. The gallery hosts exhibitions and programming that examine cultural and social contexts and support contemporary art practices.Free parking is available in Garage F next to the Addition Financial Arena. Parking lot H4 or Garage I requires [purchasing a $5 daily virtual visitor permit](https://parking.ucf.edu/permits/visitor-permits/). Please note that visitors should park in green student spaces ONLY, as the $5 daily virtual permit does not cover red and blue spaces. After 5:30 p.m., daily virtual visitor permits are allowed to park in faculty, staff, unreserved or student spaces. Visitors can register their vehicle's license plate information into the online parking system. Registration Link: https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/opening-reception-spring-2025-bfa-exhibition-i/e-jbezej Registration Info: Admission is free and open to the public.

Trip Date: 4/5/2025Trip Location: Silver Springs, FLTrip Cost: $30.00Registration Opens: 3/22/2025 - NoonRegistration Closes: 4/2/2025- 4 p.m.Register for this trip with [this link.](https://ucfrwc.org/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=b5b4fddc-412d-49de-9277-06fd6512cf77&semesterId=d6fb5899-1d0b-4b59-b542-ee2a054a72dd) 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: 4/2/2025- 6:30 p.m.Trip Description: As one of America's largest springs, Silver Springs in Florida has crystal clear water, an interesting ecosystem of rivers and channels, and a huge variety of plants and wildlife. In our opinion, Silver Springs is also one of the most beautiful places for kayaking in Florida. There is nothing like paddling on lazy teal water, cradling in between huge canopies of trees. If we're lucky, we may even spot some monkeys in the trees and manatees under the water!What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including watercraft and PFDs), transportation to/from the activity, and professional guidance by OA Trip Leaders. All staff are certified in First Aid/CPR/AED, and most are certified Wilderness First Responders.What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing, appropriate footwear, and bring personal lunch/water/snacks. Meals are not provided. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.Trip Leaders: Alexia, Juan Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/program?classificationId=7e94c055-5e69-4046-8e3d-96909ff99f22

UCF Celebrates the Arts is an immersive and dynamic cultural extravaganza that fuses creativity, innovation and community engagement. This annual festival showcases the artistic prowess of UCF's faculty and students and invites the broader community to enjoy performances, exhibitions, presentations and interactive experiences. With a focus on accessibility, partnership and diverse offerings, UCF Celebrates the Arts is a unique opportunity for the community to experience the creative side of UCF's innovative spirit.The festival will feature the cherished theatrical masterpiece of "Fiddler on the Roof," brought to life by Tony winner Joseph Stein and Pulitzer Prize winners Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick. With unforgettable musical hits like "Tradition," "Sunrise, Sunset," and "If I Were a Rich Man," as well as the enchanting melodies of "Matchmaker, Matchmaker" and "To Life (L'Chaim!)."Each spring, UCF brings its best and brightest artists to Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts for a large-scale celebration of creativity. UCF Celebrates the Arts showcases our students, faculty and alumni through dance, concerts, lectures and discussions, film, chamber music, visual arts and more. Registration Link: http://Arts.ucf.edu/celebrates Registration Info: purchase tickets here.

Get ready for an electrifying art showdown! Watch as talented artists armed with nothing but markers race against the clock to create stunning large-format artwork. The twist? The theme is revealed just seconds before the competition begins, so anything can happen! Join us for this thrilling event, and don't miss your chance to vote for your favorite piece at the end. Plus, be sure to check out the incredible artwork created at UCF Celebrates the Arts 2024, on display in the lobby all week long!This event is a part of UCF Celebrates the Arts 2025. Registration Link: http://Arts.ucf.edu/celebrates Registration Info: For more information.