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

Blast off with us! Join the [College of Sciences,](https://sciences.ucf.edu/alumni/) [College of Engineering and Computer Science](https://www.cecs.ucf.edu/alumni-donors/), and the [College of Optics and Photonics](https://creol.ucf.edu/) for an out-of-this-world celebration at the 3rd Annual Space Game Tailgate.Date: Friday, Nov. 7, 2025 Time: 5-7 p.m. Location: UCF FAIRWINDS Alumni Center (front lawn)Tickets: Adults $35 | Child (13 and under) | $15Music | Food & Drinks | Family-Friendly Games & Activities | Exclusive SpaceU GearJoin us for a day of celebration, connection and cosmic fun! Tickets include a delicious 4 Rivers dinner buffet, two drink tickets, tea, lemonade and exclusive SpaceU swag. This galactic lawn party also features a DJ, private bar, photo booth, lawn games, and special appearances by aliens and robots.All alumni are invited to join this stellar celebration! Register today: [Space Game Tailgate](https://foundation.ucf.edu/SpaceGameTailgate) Registration Link: https://foundation.ucf.edu/SpaceGameTailgate Registration Info: Tickets: Adults $35 | Child (under 13) $15

Step up to the mic and share your voice! Whether you're into poetry, spoken word, karaoke, storytelling, or just want to vibe with the unexpected, this open mic is your stage. Come to express, connect, or simply enjoy the creativity of others in a welcoming atmosphere. No experience needed - just bring your energy and curiosity.

Need a relaxing break from semesters worth of hard work? Calm and craft might be exactly what you need to take a break from all your stressful classes!Come join us and the Potters Guild while we learn out to use model clay. Attendees are free to drop in any time at the south patio and receive their model kits.

UCF Alumni Book NookSaturday, Nov. 15 10 a.m.-2 p.m.[Great Southern Box Company](https://maps.app.goo.gl/qbbVGvmm9VuCHcQf9) 2105 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, FL 32804This event is free to all UCF Alumni and FriendsWe are proud to showcase our amazing Alumni Authors. This 4-hour, family-friendly market in Orlando's Packing District offers the opportunity to connect with alumni authors and fellow book lovers!Questions? Contact us at [Knights@ucfalumni.com](mailto:Knights@ucfalumni.com). Registration Link: https://foundation.ucf.edu/BookNook