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Society of Optics Student Chapter SeminarTitle: Novel Techniques of External Cavity Control for Quantum Cascade LasersAbstract: Quantum Cascade Lasers (QCLs) are a useful source of mid-infrared laser radiation for spectroscopic applications. Since the invention of QCLs 30 years ago and the invention of QCL frequency combs approximately 10 years ago, the implementation of new technologies to better leverage QCL performance and improve the their control is an active area of research. One powerful technique to control QCLs is by external cavity (EC) optical feedback injection. In this method, photons emitted from a laser are subject to selection by an external cavity and are subsequently fed back to the laser to seed the generation of new photons. This talk will discuss two EC-QCL technologies: one which enables an ultra-broadband laser spectrometer for planetary science applications, and another which has allowed controlled harmonic comb generation in QCL frequency combs. To complement this technical talk, Nick will also provide remarks on his experiences in graduate school as an undergraduate alumni of CREOL.About the speaker: Nick Kosan received his Bachelor's degree at CREOL in 2019 (summa cum laude). Currently, he is a Ph.D candidate at Princeton University's Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering under the supervision of Professor Gerard Wysocki. Nick's doctoral studies are supported by the NASA Space Technology Graduate Research Opportunities fellowship. His research focuses on laser spectroscopy systems with both single mode and frequency comb QCLs. As a visiting scholar, Nick continued these research efforts at Southwest Research Institute and ETH Zurich. In addition to his research responsibilities, Nick serves as the Vice President of Internal Affairs of Princeton's Graduate Student Government.

This workshop will help you learn how to manage distressing feelings, challenge negative thoughts and take care of yourself during stressful times.This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop series. [Learn about CAPS and other workshops.](https://caps.sdes.ucf.edu/)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf-hipaa.zoom.us/j/97245375228

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.[Sarah Arpin](https://math.vt.edu/people/faculty/arpin-sarah.html), Virginia Tech Department of Mathematics assistant professor, will speak at this week's colloquium on supersingular elliptic curve isogeny graphs.Abstract: Underlying the security of isogeny-based cryptography are supersingular elliptic curve isogeny graphs. These expansive, well-mixing graphs encode rich geometric information about supersingular elliptic curves over finite fields. In this talk, we take an arithmetic-geometric perspective to explore various graph variants. Along the way, we will uncover how supersingular elliptic curves and their isogeny graphs naturally lend themselves to cryptographic applications.

Join the UCF choirs and the UCF Orchestra for a festive evening of holiday joy. The program includes contemporary holiday favorites, spirituals and traditional tunes! Registration Link: https://www.drphillipscenter.org/events/tickets/2024/ucf-knights-season-of-joy/ Registration Info: $35, $25, $15, and $10

The Fall 2024 BFA Exhibition provides the opportunity for senior undergraduate students specializing in book arts, ceramics, drawing, experimental animation, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture to share their research and artistic practice.Join us for the opening reception Thursday, Nov. 22, from 6-9 p.m. (coincides with the Art Knight! event) | [Register Here](https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/art-knight-bfa-opening-reception/e-jbryjr)Additional information and programming coming soon!_______________________________________________________Exhibition dates: November 22, 2024 - December 3, 2024 | Opening Reception: Nov. 22 from 6-9 p.m. (coincides with the Art Knight! event) | [RSVP](https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/art-knight-bfa-opening-reception/e-jbryjr)Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 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](https://parking.ucf.edu/permits/visitor-permits/). 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. Registration Link: https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/art-knight-bfa-opening-reception/e-jbryjr Registration Info: Admission is free and open to the public.

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/1534996 Registration Info: Save time - Schedule your appointment now!

Do you need to caption your video content? This 90-minute interactive session will guide you through practical methods of generating captions for both existing and new content in various video editing and delivery platforms. After a brief overview of how we can maintain maximum accessibility, we'll compare the Faculty Multimedia Center's recommended tools to help you better decide what will work best for you. This includes: Zoom, Panopto, YouTube, Adobe Premiere Pro and a live demonstration of Microsoft's Clipchamp.This workshop is limited to UCF faculty and GTA's. Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule.php?owner=21423896&appointmentType=55127572

Journaling is a powerful coping strategy, but it can be difficult to know where to start when it comes to our thoughts. Gain insight on the benefits of journaling and learn about a variety of practical and creative techniques to make it a practice that works for you.This workshop is part of the Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop series. [Learn about CAPS and other workshops.](https://caps.sdes.ucf.edu/)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf-hipaa.zoom.us/j/97245375228

Starting a writing assignment, and don't know where to begin? The University Writing Center's Drop-In Drafting Lab can help!No appointments required -- you can drop in during our open hours and:* clarify assignment expectations * develop a plan * brainstorm ideas * or just spend time writing!Any and all writers are welcome!The Drafting Lab will be unavailable on the following days and times:* Thursday, Aug. 29, 2-4 p.m. * Monday, Sept. 2, all day * Monday, Nov. 11, all day

Get ready to have some winter fun!Join us to create personalized, holiday-themed snow globes and ornaments on November 26th at 3:30 p.m. at the Student Union Starbucks. Materials will be provided but feel free to bring own supplies (i.e. 2-3 inch trinkets to put inside) if you so desire.

Inspired by Oxford Universities Holy Club, every Tuesday night we gather for games, music and a message to help us grow in our faith.Our goal is to create an all-inclusive community inspired by our Christian faith, and to unite around topics of love, hope, support, spirituality and community.After the service, you are invited to join us for dinner as we support the local Orlando economy by dining at a local restaurant. Appetizers are on us! Everyone is welcome, whether you attend the service or not. Just meet us at our space at 6:45 p.m.We are located by Barnes and Noble on East Plaza.

The UCF Wind Ensemble is comprised of approximately 50 of the finest wind and percussion students at the University of Central Florida. Performing literature of the highest caliber. the Wind Ensemble presents two to three concerts per semester at local, regional and national venues.

UCF has two Jazz Chamber groups. These small groups perform music appropriate to the level of musicianship in the group. Repertoire and improvisation skills are the main focus of these groups. The Jazz Chamber groups perform frequently around Central Florida.

UCF has two Jazz Chamber Groups. These small groups perform music appropriate to the level of musicianship in the group. Repertoire and improvisation skills are the main focus of these groups. The Jazz Chamber groups perform frequently around Central Florida.

The Fall 2024 BFA Exhibition provides the opportunity for senior undergraduate students specializing in book arts, ceramics, drawing, experimental animation, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture to share their research and artistic practice.Join us for the opening reception Thursday, Nov. 22, from 6-9 p.m. (coincides with the Art Knight! event) | [Register Here](https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/art-knight-bfa-opening-reception/e-jbryjr)Additional information and programming coming soon!_______________________________________________________Exhibition dates: November 22, 2024 - December 3, 2024 | Opening Reception: Nov. 22 from 6-9 p.m. (coincides with the Art Knight! event) | [RSVP](https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/art-knight-bfa-opening-reception/e-jbryjr)Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 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](https://parking.ucf.edu/permits/visitor-permits/). 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. Registration Link: https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/art-knight-bfa-opening-reception/e-jbryjr Registration Info: Admission is free and open to the public.

This group meets every Wednesday except when the campus is closed.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.

The UCF men's basketball team welcomes Milwaukee at Addition Financial Arena.Get [the most up-to-date information](https://ucfknights.com/sports/mens-basketball) about game day and the Knights.[Find student ticket information.](https://ucfknights.com/studenttix)

The Fall 2024 BFA Exhibition provides the opportunity for senior undergraduate students specializing in book arts, ceramics, drawing, experimental animation, illustration, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture to share their research and artistic practice.Join us for the opening reception Thursday, Nov. 22, from 6-9 p.m. (coincides with the Art Knight! event) | [Register Here](https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/art-knight-bfa-opening-reception/e-jbryjr)Additional information and programming coming soon!_______________________________________________________Exhibition dates: November 22, 2024 - December 3, 2024 | Opening Reception: Nov. 22 from 6-9 p.m. (coincides with the Art Knight! event) | [RSVP](https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/art-knight-bfa-opening-reception/e-jbryjr)Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 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](https://parking.ucf.edu/permits/visitor-permits/). 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. Registration Link: https://www.ticketsource.us/ucf-art-gallery/art-knight-bfa-opening-reception/e-jbryjr Registration Info: Admission is free and open to the public.

Join us for a walk-in advising session led by two students who have study abroad experience! Get firsthand insights, tips, and advice on everything from choosing the right program to making the most of your time abroad. Whether you're just curious or ready to apply, this is the perfect opportunity to ask questions and get inspired by fellow students who've been there. No appointment needed--just drop by!

The UCF football team welcomes Utah to FBC Mortgage Stadium for Senior Knight and the last regular season home game. Game time and broadcast information will be decided at a later date.[Learn more information about game day](https://ucfknights.com/2024-gameday-guide) - including tickets, parking, tailgating, approved bags, etc.[Find information about student tickets.](https://ucfknights.com/studenttix)