Knightro's Winter Reading ChallengeDec. 7, 2024 - Jan. 12, 2025Join us for a winter reading challenge great for all ages!Track your page count (or book count for Little Knights) throughout the month, and when you've completed the challenge, you can submit the completion form to be entered for a chance to win a prize!Questions? Contact us at [Knights@ucfalumni.com](mailto:Knights@ucfalumni.com).Virtual Location URL: https://foundation.ucf.edu/winterreadingchallenge Registration Link: https://foundation.ucf.edu/winterreadingchallenge

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.

Calling all new transfer Knights! Explore the campus with our transfer squad and other new transfer students in an interactive scavenger hunt-style campus exploration activity. Check-out the campus before classes start! Registration Link: https://linktr.ee/ucftransfercenter

If you're thinking of starting a business, it's important to take the right steps. This virtual seminar will give you an overview of what to know, actions to take, and how to avoid common missteps to give your company its greatest chance of success.Learn about the journey from pre-venture to start-up to opening your business and cover:* Business legal entity selection * Registration and licensing * Marketing and branding * Sources of financing and capital * Business plan building * And more…Virtual Location URL: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/how-to-start-your-business-5a1eVO62NGQ/overview Registration Link: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/how-to-start-your-business-5a1eVO62NGQ/overview

Help us maintain a safe and ready blood supply for cancer patients, trauma patients, or when unexpected tragedies occur. The OneBlood bus will park on Memory Mall near the Veterans Memorial.Walk-ups are welcomed, and appointments are appreciated! Registration Link: https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/1574307 Registration Info: Save time - Schedule your appointment now!

The UCF [Mathematics Colloquium](https://sciences.ucf.edu/math/colloquium/), held every Monday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. in MSB 318, offers a diverse platform for research scholars, faculty, students, and industry experts to share and exchange ideas, fostering discussion and networking across various areas of mathematics.Xinyue Zhao, from University of Tennessee, Knoxville, will speak at this week's colloquium on neural-network-based methods for solving free boundary problems.Abstract: Free boundary problems (the time-dependent versions are also often known as moving boundary problems) deal with systems of partial differential equations (PDEs) where the domain boundary is apriori unknown. Due to this special characteristic, it is challenging to solve free boundary problem numerically, and most studies in this field lack convergence proofs for the numerical methods. In this talk, I will present novel approaches based on neural networks to study two types of free boundary problems: 1) the classical obstacle problem, and 2) a modified Hele-Shaw problem. For each method we proposed, we established the convergence of the scheme and theoretically derived the convergence rate with the number of neurons. Several simulation examples are used to demonstrate the feasibility and capability of the proposed methods.

Experience all that yoga has to offer outdoors on the skydeck! Strengthen, stretch, align the body and increase flexibility using continuous flowing movements. Yoga helps relieve physical, mental, and emotional stress, and seeks to bring out the best in you.This class will take place on the skydeck located on the sixth floor of UnionWest. For access to the skydeck, meet us on the first floor of Unionwest near Subway by 5:55 p.m.Unionwest is located on the downtown campus. 601 W. Livingston St Orlando, FL 32801Walk-ins welcome.

Set yourself up for success by connecting with our Academic Success Coaches. Stop by our office to ask any questions about your transition to UCF and meet other transfer students. Join us for a great kickoff to the semester. Registration Link: https://linktr.ee/ucftransfercenter

Help us maintain a safe and ready blood supply for cancer patients, trauma patients, or when unexpected tragedies occur. The OneBlood bus will park on Memory Mall near the Veterans Memorial.Walk-ups are welcomed, and appointments are appreciated! Registration Link: https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/1574308 Registration Info: Save time - Schedule your appointment now!

The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present a Machine Learning and Big Data workshop.This workshop will focus on topics including big data analytics and machine learning with Spark, and deep learning using TensorFlow.This will be an IN PERSON event hosted at UCF, a Satellite Site. The speakers will be on Zoom. There WILL NOT be a direct to desktop option for this event. You must bring your laptop to the sessions.This is a two-part event taking place over two days, January 7 and January 8, with the second day's material building upon the first day. You do not need to register for both parts of the event.How to RegisterInterested applicants must first have an ACCESS ID. If you do not have an ACCESS ID, please visit .For further instructions to create ACCESS ID:Once you have an ACCESS ID, please send an email to Tom Maiden ([tmaiden@psc.edu](mailto:tmaiden@psc.edu)) by Friday, January 3rd at 12:00 PM Eastern with the following information:* ACCESS ID: * Satellite Site Location: University of Central FloridaAgenda for January 7, 2024* 11:00 a.m. - Welcome * 11:25 a.m. - A Brief History of Big Data * 12:20 p.m. - Intro to Spark * 1 p.m. - Lunch break (lunch is not being provided for this event) * 2 p.m. - More Spark and Exercises * 3 p.m. - Intro to Machine Learning * 5 p.m. - AdjournAgenda for January 8, 2024* 11:00 AM - Machine Learning: Recommender System with Spark * 1 p.m. - Lunch break (lunch is not being provided for this event) * 2 p.m. - Deep Learning with TensorFlow * 5 p.m. - Tying it All Together * 5:30 p.m. - Adjourn

This class will be delivered by one of the Florida APEX Accelerator Consultants at UCF. The Florida APEX Accelerator provides no cost government contracting consulting to small businesses.This event is sponsored by the Florida SBDC at UCF.This is not an introduction to government contracting for the 'faint of heart'. This is a 2.5 to 3 hour training session designed to help two groups of business: (1) those just exploring or brand new to government contracting and (2) those down the path a bit looking to backfill some gaps. You can join late or leave early and still learn something about government contracting but those that stick around for the whole program will receive a practical, frank, overview of the government contracting process. This webinar covers the following areas:* Introduction to the Government Contracting Process * Components of a "GIB Ready" Business * Suggestions for an Initial Marketing Tool Kit * Reactive Business Development Strategies * Proactive Business Development Strategies * Introduction to the SBA's Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS) database * Potential Next StepsIn addition to the instruction, attendees will have the opportunity to receive handouts that are practical tools in helping develop your government contracting programs. The handouts will also include the slide deck of the presentation which will include a number of live links to research resources, registration sites, and certification programs.Virtual Location URL: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/government-contracting-overview-5a1eVO66kvx/overview Registration Link: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/government-contracting-overview-5a1eVO66kvx/overview

This information session will only cover the SSC/UCF Concurrent ASN to BSN Program. This information session is designed to help nursing-pending students understand the process and steps for applying to UCF's limited-access Concurrent ASN to BSN program.In this interactive information session, ask questions and find out what you need to know to successfully prepare your ASN and BSN program applications at both institutions. Attendees will also learn about unique application requirements to practice and learn in clinical sites, prerequisite courses and grade requirements, and other helpful information.This information session is open to anyone interested in applying to the [SSC/UCF Concurrent ASN to BSN program](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/ssc-ucf-bsn/). Attendance is not required of applicants, but is encouraged. Attendees should plan to stay for the entire presentation. Thank you and we look forward to chatting with you.\---[BSN program options at UCF](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/):* [Traditional BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/traditional-bsn/) is offered at three UCF campuses: Cocoa, Daytona Beach and Orlando * [Second Degree BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/second-degree-bsn/) is only offered at UCF Orlando and is designed for students who have a bachelor's degree or higher in a non-nursing discipline * [Concurrent ASN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/#bsn) is offered at UCF Altamonte Springs (SSC) and UCF Valencia West with on-campus classes and then transitions online the last 1-2 semesters after passing the NCLEX-RN * [Florida College System Concurrent ASN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-fcs-bsn/) is offered online to students who have completed their first semester of an ASN program at any Florida College System program * [RN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-rn-bsn/) is offered online for licensed RNs who aim to advance their education with a BSN degree*Students who attempt to join the session 10 minutes after the start time will not be admitted.PLEASE USE VIRTUAL LINK TO REGISTER FOR EVENTAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAvfuqqrz8uGtJLzI5yJ3DMkZpx-YMw5awP

Help us maintain a safe and ready blood supply for cancer patients, trauma patients, or when unexpected tragedies occur. The OneBlood bus will park on Memory Mall near the Veterans Memorial.Walk-ups are welcomed, and appointments are appreciated! Registration Link: https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/1574309 Registration Info: Save time - Schedule your appointment now!

The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present a Machine Learning and Big Data workshop.This workshop will focus on topics including big data analytics and machine learning with Spark, and deep learning using TensorFlow.This will be an IN PERSON event hosted at UCF, a Satellite Site. The speakers will be on Zoom. There WILL NOT be a direct to desktop option for this event. You must bring your laptop to the sessions.This is a two-part event taking place over two days, Jan. 7 and Jan. 8, with the second day's material building upon the first day. You do not need to register for both parts of the event.How to RegisterInterested applicants must first have an ACCESS ID. If you do not have an ACCESS ID, please visit .For further instructions to create ACCESS ID:Once you have an ACCESS ID, please send an email to Tom Maiden ([tmaiden@psc.edu](mailto:tmaiden@psc.edu)) by Friday, January 3rd at 12:00 PM Eastern with the following information:* ACCESS ID: * Satellite Site Location: University of Central FloridaAgenda for January 7, 2024* 11 a.m. - Welcome * 11:25 a.m. - A Brief History of Big Data * 12:20 p.m. - Intro to Spark * 1:00 p.m. - Lunch break (lunch is not being provided for this event) * 2:00 p.m. - More Spark and Exercises * 3:00 p.m. - Intro to Machine Learning * 5:00 p.m. - AdjournAgenda for January 8, 2024* 11 a.m. - Machine Learning: Recommender System with Spark * 1:00 p.m. - Lunch break (lunch is not being provided for this event) * 2:00 p.m. - Deep Learning with TensorFlow * 5:00 p.m. - Tying it All Together * 5:30 p.m. - Adjourn

The CCIE virtual bi-weekly research circles includes presentations and conversations from UCF's College of Community Innovation and Education (CCIE) faculty, as well as faculty from other colleges at UCF with a focus on collaborative, innovative, interdisciplinary, community-based research initiatives.Presentations provide opportunities to connect with faculty in CCIE 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 TOPICSSeptember 4, 2024 Centers: CREST, CASTLE Lab, PEERSeptember 25, 2024 CCIE Research Administration Services Team (RAST)October 9, 2024 NIH Funding Success (rescheduled for November 6)October 23, 2024 Tips for SuccessNovember 6, 2024 NIH Funding SuccessJanuary 22, 2025 Writing and Publishing in Peer-Reviewed JournalsFebruary 5, 2025 Faculty Research Fellows: Tips for Success and Value of CollaborationFebruary 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://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fucf.zoom.us%2Fj%2F95467357801%3Fpwd%3DBEJi8BK83dcTcf72VUL986wwmxZkUb.1&data=05%7C02%7CSandra.McCall%40ucf.edu%7Cbd7a58466ad544fe5d5308dcc696dd0b%7Cbb932f15ef3842ba91fcf3c59d5dd1f1%7C0%7C0%7C638603598476639541%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=dhb9aG1M5WzwRurQDxawZSb56R3SdKi5rHDQZyWN5%2FE%3D&reserved=0

Pegasus Palooza Event: Join us for an engaging and creative workshop designed to help you set goals and visualize your path toward an advanced degree. You will have the opportunity to craft a personalized vision board that reflects your aspirations, whether they're personal, academic or professional. No artistic experience is needed -- just bring your enthusiasm and an open mind. Supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring magazines, photos or other items that inspire you. Let's waddle together into a higher level of intention and purpose for 2025!Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. RSVP today to secure your spot! Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1667827/share_preview Registration Info: Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. RSVP today to secure your spot!

Join High-Impact Practices and Academic Advancement Programs at the beginning of the semester for New Year, New You vision board creation! You will have the opportunity to create your own vision boards and hear from our offices on how to get engaged and prepare for what's next! Snacks will be available.Date: Jan. 8, 2025Time: 2-3:30 p.m.Location: CSEL 121 Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1657361 Registration Info: Login into your handshake account to register

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.

Join us online for an information session on the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree at UCF and learn about the unique admission requirements for each BSN program track. In this interactive information session, ask questions and find out what you need to know to successfully prepare your BSN program application.UCF's Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Information Sessions are designed to help prospective BSN students understand the process and steps for applying to UCF's limited-access, upper-division BSN programs which include the traditional, second degree and concurrent options. The online RN to BSN option will also be discussed. Attendees will learn about unique application requirements to practice and learn in clinical sites, prerequisite courses and grade requirements, and other helpful information. This information session is open to anyone interested in applying to [UCF College of Nursing's BSN program](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/").Attendance is not required of applicants, but it is encouraged. Attendees should plan to arrive early and stay for the entire presentation which will last about one hour followed by a question and answer session. There will be limited availability for one-on-one advising after the session.[BSN program options](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/"):* [Traditional BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/traditional-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/traditional-bsn/") is offered at three UCF campuses: Cocoa, Daytona Beach and Orlando * [Second Degree BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/second-degree-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/second-degree-bsn/") is only offered at UCF Orlando and is designed for students who have a bachelor's degree or higher in a non-nursing discipline * [Concurrent ASN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/#bsn "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/#bsn") is offered at UCF Altamonte Springs (SSC) and UCF Valencia West with on-campus classes and then transitions online the last 1-2 semesters after passing the NCLEX-RN * [Florida College System Concurrent ASN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-fcs-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-fcs-bsn/") is offered online to students who have completed their first semester of an ASN program at any Florida College System program * [RN to BSN](https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-rn-bsn/ "https://nursing.ucf.edu/academics/bachelors-degrees/online-rn-bsn/") is offered online for licensed RNs who aim to advance their education with a BSN degreeThank you and we look forward to chatting with you.Virtual Location URL: https://calendly.com/ucf-college-of-nursing/bsn-info-session Registration Link: https://calendly.com/ucf-college-of-nursing/bsn-info-session Registration Info: Please register through Calendly. Once you register, you will receive an email with the meeting instructions.

Join us for this virtual webinar!Your business needs a roadmap for every stage of its growth. We'll remove the mystery of how to create a business plan, the information that should be included and how to use it as a tool to keep your company on track for long term growth.Virtual Location URL: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/business-plan-writing-made-easier-webinar-5a1eVO62YLV/overview Registration Link: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/business-plan-writing-made-easier-webinar-5a1eVO62YLV/overview