Join us for the Recreation and Wellness Center's Annual MidKnight 5K event! Participants will walk, jog, or run 3.1 miles (5 kilometers) around UCF's campus at midnight. We will meet at the reflecting pond, there will be a DJ, snacks, and T-shirts for participants to check into the event! Registration opens October 27th! Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=73f3c74a-de04-47d3-a18b-9fa900be0ccc

Trip Information* Trip Date: 11/15/2025-11/16/2025 * Trip Location: TBD * Trip Cost: $50.00 * Registration Opens: 11/1/2025 - 12:00PM * Registration Closes: TBDRegister for this trip in the UCF RWC app or through the [UCF RWC Membership Portal website](https://ucfrwc.org/Program/GetProducts?classification=7e94c055-5e69-4046-8e3d-96909ff99f22&category=ea528aa9-f493-4efb-b769-b1e686780cb3). 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: TBDTrip Description: Want to learn how to backpack in a low-pressure environment? This trip is for you! We will be teaching participants how to pack and fit a backpack all while having fun along the way.What's Included: All of our adventures include all necessary gear for the activity (including backpacks, camping gear, etc), 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.Meals will be provided on this trip; all menus will take dietary restrictions/preferences and allergies into account. Occasionally, groups will eat at restaurants while traveling. These meals are not included in your trip cost. Your Trip Leaders will inform you of any meals not included in the trip price.What's Not Included: Participants should wear athletic clothing, appropriate footwear, and bring personal water/snacks. Meals are provided. A full packing list will be provided at the Pre-Trip Meeting.Trip Leaders: Alexia and Gabe Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/program Registration Info: Registration will open 2 weeks before the event at 12:00pm.

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

This year's program includes scenes from Donizetti's "L'elisir d'amore", Nicolai's "The Merry Wives of Windsor", Humperdinck's "Hansel and Gretel", Mozart's "Don Giovanni", and Verdi's "Nabucco".Every fall semester, the students enrolled in UCF's Opera Workshop class are assigned scenes to study, memorize, and prepare for this annual event. This year we have 16 students in the class - many of them are new students at UCF - and they are excited about singing/acting for you. We have four performances from which to choose - two on Sunday, November 9 and two on Saturday, November 15. The venue is on the main UCF campus in the "Rehearsal Hall Auditorium".The Rehearsal Hall Auditorium only seats about 90-100 guests, so please purchase your ticket(s) ahead of time to assure a seat. We will have spaces designated for wheelchair seating as well. Registration Link: https://www.purplepass.com/events/325735-a-potpourri-of-opera-scenes-nov-9th-2025 Registration Info: $10 Standard, $5 w/UCF ID

This year's program includes scenes from Donizetti's "L'elisir d'amore", Nicolai's "The Merry Wives of Windsor", Humperdinck's "Hansel and Gretel", Mozart's "Don Giovanni", and Verdi's "Nabucco".Every fall semester, the students enrolled in UCF's Opera Workshop class are assigned scenes to study, memorize, and prepare for this annual event. This year we have 16 students in the class - many of them are new students at UCF - and they are excited about singing/acting for you. We have four performances from which to choose - two on Sunday, November 9 and two on Saturday, November 15. The venue is on the main UCF campus in the "Rehearsal Hall Auditorium".The Rehearsal Hall Auditorium only seats about 90-100 guests, so please purchase your ticket(s) ahead of time to assure a seat. We will have spaces designated for wheelchair seating as well. Registration Link: https://www.purplepass.com/events/325735-a-potpourri-of-opera-scenes-nov-9th-2025 Registration Info: $10 Standard, $5 w/UCF ID

Laugh along with this dysfunctional family as they navigate sibling rivalry, personal reinvention and unexpected change. This bittersweet comedy is inspired by Anton Chekhov's classic plays.A play by Christopher DurangDirected by John Gardiner, UCF assistant professor, actingPerformance Schedule* Thursday, November 13, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Friday, November 14, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2:00 p.m. * Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Friday, November 21, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Sunday, November 23, 2025, 2:00 p.m.Registration Link: https://cah.ucf.edu/events/detail/vanya-and-sonia-and-masha-and-spike/ Registration Info: Tickets: $25, $10 with student ID

Community Climb @ RWC Climbing Tower Every Sunday | Free for UCF StudentsClimb. Create. Connect. Join us every Sunday at the Climbing Tower for Community Climb! This is your weekly chance to hang out, try new activities, and enter our monthly raffle. No experience needed - we want all of the new climbers to come join us!Fall 2025 ScheduleOctober* Oct. 5 - Rope Bracelets & Rope Crafts: Repurpose old climbing rope into crafts to keep or share* Oct. 12 - Fall Climbing Competition: No Community Climb this week; come to the Fall Climbing Comp instead.* Oct. 19 - Anything But a Chalk Bag: Bring something creative to hold your climbing chalk that is anything but a chalk bag. Bonus points for creativity, functionality, style (and being school-appropriate)* Oct. 26 - Boulder Flash Comp: You'll get three attempts to finish a new bouldering problem. Earn extra raffle tickets for completing the routes successfully!November* Nov. 2 - Harness Charms: Create and swap small, clip-on items with other climbers to decorate your harness and connect with the community.* Nov. 9 - Swap Shop: Bring gently used outdoor or climbing gear to trade with others.* Nov. 16 - Sasquatch Challenge: Can you send a route with giant Sasquatch hands and feet? Put your skills to the test and earn raffle entries for completing the challenge.* Nov. 23 - Boulder Flash Comp: You'll get 3 attempts to finish a new bouldering problem. Earn extra raffle tickets for completing the routes successfully!Raffle Info: Attend, participate, and earn raffle entries each week. Winners are drawn at the final Community Climb of the month.

Students in the saxophone studio of Dr. George Weremchuk will perform in recital. Come listen to these incredible students and the diverse pieces they have prepared.Free admission

Laugh along with this dysfunctional family as they navigate sibling rivalry, personal reinvention and unexpected change. This bittersweet comedy is inspired by Anton Chekhov's classic plays.A play by Christopher DurangDirected by John Gardiner, UCF assistant professor, actingPerformance Schedule* Thursday, November 13, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Friday, November 14, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2:00 p.m. * Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Thursday, November 20, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Friday, November 21, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Saturday, November 22, 2025, 7:30 p.m. * Sunday, November 23, 2025, 2:00 p.m.Registration Link: https://cah.ucf.edu/events/detail/vanya-and-sonia-and-masha-and-spike/ Registration Info: Tickets: $25, $10 with student ID

The University Orchestra features student musicians under the direction of Dr. Robert Hasty. Enjoy a concert of classical and modern music.Free admission

The UCF woodwind ensembles feature the UCF Clarinet Ensembles, Flute Knights ensemble, UCF Saxophone Ensemble, and UCF Bassoon Ensemble. Enjoy the melodic blend of sounds and melodies that span across centuries.Free admission

The UCF Concert Band is comprised of both music majors and non-music majors, giving all students the unique opportunity to fuel their passion for music, regardless of major. UCF's Jazz Ensemble II performs a varied repertoire of standard literature, as well as new pieces composed and arranged for big band. Enjoy a night of music performed by two outstanding UCF ensembles.

While the Rosen College Campus undergoes a renovation to the academic building, we will offer Virtual Visit experiences! The virtual sessions will be offered via Zoom. All sessions will be offered on select Mondays and Fridays at 1 pm EST.Virtual Location URL: https://futureknight.apply.ucf.edu/portal/rosenvirtual Registration Link: https://futureknight.apply.ucf.edu/portal/rosenvirtual Registration Info: Registered guests will receive a confirmation e-mail with meeting number and password

This workshop will provide an overview on the definition of resiliency, how life factors can boost resiliency and 10 ways to build personal resiliency.This workshop is part of the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop series! [Learn about CAPS and other workshops.](https://caps.sswb.ucf.edu/)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf-hipaa.zoom.us/j/97245375228

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.

This group meets every Monday excluding campus closures/holidays.Meeting is OPEN to all UCF students, faculty, staff, and community members.Self Management And Recovery Training (SMART Recovery) is an evidenced-informed recovery method grounded in Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), that supports people with substance dependencies or problem behaviors to:1. Build and maintain motivation 2. Cope with urges and cravings 3. Manage thoughts, feelings and behaviors 4. Live a balanced lifeSMART Recovery focuses on the addictive behaviors, not the substance - meaning they are suitable for any problematic or addictive behavior - including but not limited to alcohol, drugs, gambling, tobacco, as well as eating disorders.For more information about this meeting format visit . For more UCF Recovery resources, visit [our website](https://studenthealth.ucf.edu/recovery/).

The RWC offers American Red Cross Adult CPR/AED, First Aid Blended Learning classes. The Blended Learning class includes an online portion (most participants can complete this in approximately 2 hours) and an instructor-led class skills session (approximately two hours long). The online portion must be completed prior to attending the in-class skills session.Each participant who successfully completes the course will earn an American Red Cross certificate in Adult First Aid, CPR with AED. The certificate is valid for two years.To register for this class please call 407-823-2408, or walk into the RWC administrative office between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, and someone will assist you! Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=d852f400-9a57-40d7-9d72-b60cff4ad06c&semesterId=421e6710-c6e2-49d9-82a8-890f63091995

No appointment needed -- just come to the Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center:* Tuesdays: 10 a.m.-12 p.m. * Wednesdays: 12-2 p.m.Check in on the first floor and you'll be directed to visit with a Career Peer Advisor for assistance with your resume, cover letter or Handshake profile. Or let us know if you have any quick career questions.

Through a partnership with Florida Health, we are offering free gonorrhea and chlamydia screenings for students and their partners. Specimen is collected via a urine sample. The event is while supplies last.

Finals coming up? Don't just study -- study smart. In Ready, Set, Review, you'll learn proven strategies to prepare for final exams with less stress and more confidence.This workshop will show you how to create an effective study plan, review actively, manage your time and stay focused when it matters most. Whether you're behind, overwhelmed or just want to improve your approach, this session will help you walk into your finals feeling ready to succeed. Registration Link: https://web.penjiapp.com/communities/REno7th1cj/join-event