Join SVAD's MFA Animation and Visual Effects program on Feb. 21 from 11:30- 2pm in VAB 132 for a visiting artist lecture by James Parris. Parris is a character animator, VFX artist, and live-action film writer/director. His talk will cover his career journey, insights into the current state of the animation industry, and tips for students on landing their first job after graduation. Following the lecture, a panel of his colleagues will be available to answer questions and engage with students. Be sure to arrive early to grab a seat before the room fills up!

The 18th Annual UCF-Orlando Jazz Festival returns in February for two nights of extraordinary live jazz plays the music of Oliver Nelson with special guests Registration Link: https://cah.ucf.edu/jazzfestival/ Registration Info: Standard Tickets: $25 • UCF Faculty & Staff: $10 FREE for students with valid I.D.

UCF Oboe Day with guest artist Christina Gavin. Ms. Gavin is Principal Oboe of the Atlanta Opera and second oboe/English horn of the Atlanta Ballet. She will be giving a recital and Masterclass followed by a reed making clinic. Oboists of all ages are welcome to attend. If you would like to perform in the Masterclass, please email Jamie.Strefeler@ucf.edu Registration Link: https://www.purplepass.com/events/308015-ucf-oboe-day-feb-22nd-2025 Registration Info: $25.00, free with UCF ID

The 18th Annual UCF-Orlando Jazz Festival returns in February for two nights of extraordinary live jazz!8 p.m. [The Jazz Professors](https://cah.ucf.edu/jazzfestival/#jazzprofessors)9 p.m. [Akiko Tsuruga](https://cah.ucf.edu/jazzfestival/#tsuruga) and her quintet The Flying Horse Big Band Registration Link: https://cah.ucf.edu/jazzfestival/ Registration Info: Standard Tickets: $25 • UCF Faculty & Staff: $10 FREE for students with valid I.D.

The 2025 MFA Exhibition showcases the thesis work of graduating Master of Fine Arts candidates in the Studio Art & Design MFA track at the UCF School of Visual Arts and Design.Join us for the Opening Reception on Thursday, Febuary 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. | [Register](bit.ly/MFA25)Additional programming and information will be shared soon. For more info about exhibition lectures and the digital catalog, visit:[ cah.ucf.edu/gallery/](cah.ucf.edu/gallery/) ________________________________________________________Exhibition dates: February 20, 2024 - March 7, 2024 | Opening Reception Thurs. Feb. 20, 2025 6-8PM | [RSVP](bit.ly/MFA25)Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 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 Purchase Here. 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. [Purchase a permit.](https://parking.ucf.edu/permits/visitor-permits/) Registration Link: https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/opening-reception-2025-mfa-exhibition/e-obxvxk Registration Info: Admission is free and open to the public.

The 2025 MFA Exhibition showcases the thesis work of graduating Master of Fine Arts candidates in the Studio Art & Design MFA track at the UCF School of Visual Arts and Design.Join us for the Opening Reception on Thursday, Febuary 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. | [Register](bit.ly/MFA25)Additional programming and information will be shared soon. For more info about exhibition lectures and the digital catalog, visit:[ cah.ucf.edu/gallery/](cah.ucf.edu/gallery/) ________________________________________________________Exhibition dates: February 20, 2024 - March 7, 2024 | Opening Reception Thurs. Feb. 20, 2025 6-8PM | [RSVP](bit.ly/MFA25)Monday-Friday, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 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 Purchase Here. 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. [Purchase a permit.](https://parking.ucf.edu/permits/visitor-permits/) Registration Link: https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/opening-reception-2025-mfa-exhibition/e-obxvxk Registration Info: Admission is free and open to the public.