In engineering innovation and entrepreneurship, deciding whether to patent an invention requires balancing alternatives like trade secrets against key business considerations. This startup skills workshop overviews patenting versus trade secret pros and cons.Key issues:1. Trade Secrets vs. Patents: When to protect inventions secretly (e.g., Coca-Cola's formula) over patents, assessing reverse-engineering risks, enforcement and non-compete clauses that may restrict disclosure or mobility.2. Non-Compete Agreements: Identifying/negotiating covenants in contracts to avoid startup barriers, tying into IP choices like trade secrets that preserve flexibility without public disclosure.3. Startup Patent Strategies: Balancing high costs, timelines and risks -- including invalidity challenges in district court and the Patent Office -- through provisional filings and targeted IP portfolios to enhance investor valuation while minimizing exposure.Registration Link: https://ucf.startuptree.co/event/s/C8VSsnHA8E2gxTjLdUFsFB/To-Patent-or-Not-To-Patent%253F-

Unlocking Opportunities: Search Smarter, Network Better Looking for a job, internship, or assistantship? Learn how to go beyond scrolling listings by exploring the power of networking. This workshop focuses on relationship-building, leveraging UCF connections and navigating both the open and hidden job markets with confidence.If you cannot come in person, join us on Zoom! https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1781104/share_previewVirtual Location URL: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1781104/share_preview Registration Link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1781104/share_preview

How to Create Accessible PDFs introduces the basics of remediating PDF documents for accessibility. Learn how to tag content, set the correct reading order, and address common barriers in PDFs. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete How to Create Accessible Documents - Microsoft Office beforehand to build foundational knowledge. A device with Adobe Acrobat is recommended but not required to follow along.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/96647656623?pwd=PDKRUGUnW9lWhgthHk8KyZz7LZx5Uz.1 Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/learning/course/0092824c0cd91000d884a1bb9ee30000?type=9882927d138b100019b6a2df1a46018b Registration Info: Students: no registration required, use the Virtual location link provided. Faculty and Staff: register via Workday.

Join us as we highlight the newest works from our distinguished faculty!Six history faculty will share their recently published books, discuss the story behind their research and writing, and answer any questions.* Meet the author * learn about their latest scholarship * engage in conversation about history, ideas, and impactLight refreshments will be served. All are welcome!

The Campus Activities Board presents: Marvel Movie Madness. Avengers assemble! Join us for an epic Endgame screening packed with sweet ring pops and Avengers trivia. Whether you're Team Cap or Team Iron Man, test your knowledge and snack like a superhero. The fate of fun is in your hands, so don't let this night snap away!

We want to invite you to attend an upcoming information session to answer your questions about the Applied Learning and Instruction MA (ALIMA) program and provide some insight about your interest in pursuing graduate study in the ALIMA program at UCF.ALIMA is designed for students from diverse academic majors who are interested in applying psychological theories and research to improve learning, instruction and training in a variety of instructional contexts. Our graduates complete the program prepared to enhance their effectiveness in traditional educational or business arenas, encompassing a wide range of occupations in education, government and industry. Employment possibilities include instruction, training, evaluation and consulting.Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=89500737-2444-4018-ab3e-d9ec5b3200f2 Registration Link: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=89500737-2444-4018-ab3e-d9ec5b3200f2