If you're thinking of starting a business, it's important to take the right steps. This two-and-a-half-hour virtual webinar will give you an overview of what to know, important actions to take and best practices on 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 as this training covers:* Business legal entity selection * Registration and licensing * Market research and planning * Financial planning and sources of capital * And more…Register today!Virtual Location URL: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/how-to-start-your-business-5a1eVO8PgAj/overview Registration Link: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/how-to-start-your-business-5a1eVO8PgAj/overview

The Fulbright Scholarship Program fully funds students of all disciplines to live abroad for an academic year to conduct research, pursue graduate study or teach English. Attend this Zoom session to learn more!Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/4039924031?from=addon

Please join us for a review of updates and changes to Webcourses@UCF over the summer, as well as to other tools and features including Yellowdig, Respondus and more. This session will demo new tools and features, detail some handy start-of-term remidners and provide a roadmap for upcoming changes scheduled for the Fall term. The online session will be recorded and will be available afterward.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/92581944580?pwd=n08y2bUFEBBCQ4viIgCjgLbIh8Ak3T.1&from=addon Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/webcoursesucf-summer-recap-tickets-1478624057359

Join us for an informative session that caters to both experienced and new Panopto users. We will focus on answering your questions and showing off Panopto's newest updates and features.This workshop is limited to UCF Faculty and GTA's.Virtual Location URL: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=58676187 Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=58676187

Please join us for a review of updates and changes to Webcourses@UCF over the summer, as well as to other tools and features including Yellowdig, Respondus and more. This session will demo new tools and features, detail some handy start-of-term remidners and provide a roadmap for upcoming changes scheduled for the Fall term. The online session will be recorded and will be available afterward. Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/webcoursesucf-summer-recap-tickets-1478624057359

UCF Parental Leave Policy offers employees up to six months leave for the birth, adoption or foster care placement of a child. This seminar is for staff who are adding (or planning to add) a new child to their family, as well as those who support or lead staff members who may use Parental Leave. Spouses are always welcome with the UCF employee.Virtual Location URL: Teams and link to meeting is provided with registration Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/learning/course/fbd03f6cd917010e40c35b792c800000?type=9882927d138b100019b6a2df1a46018b Registration Info: Registration is available in Workday Learning. Meeting will take place via Teams and link to meeting is provided with registration.

The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present the "MPI Programming" workshop.This workshop is intended to give C and Fortran programmers a hands-on introduction to MPI programming. Both days are condensed to accommodate multiple time zones but packed with useful information and lab exercises. Attendees will leave with a working knowledge of how to write scalable codes using MPI - the standard programming tool of scalable parallel computing.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 with MobaXterm application installed.How to Register Interested applicants must have an ACCESS ID. If you do not have an ACCESS ID, please visit https://operations.access-ci.org/identity/new-user.For further instructions to create ACCESS ID: https://rci.research.ucf.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/2024/12/ACCESS-Account-Creation-Workshop.pdfSatellite Site Location: University of Central Florida===========================================Location: Research I, Room 101 (For directions: https://www.ucf.edu/location/research-1/) Note: Enter venue from the ENG side doorsVisitor Parking Information: https://parking.ucf.edu/permits/visitor-permits/Wi-Fi: UCF affiliated attendees can use "UCF_WPA2" using their NID. Visitors can use "UCF_Guest" network (https://guest-wireless.it.ucf.edu/)Tentative Agenda for Tuesday, August 12, 2025 11:00 AM Welcome 11:15 AM Computing Environment 12:00 PM Intro to Parallel Computing 1:00 PM Lunch Break (Lunch is not provided) 2:00 PM Introduction to MPI 3:30 PM Introductory Exercises 4:10 PM Intro Exercises Review 4:15 PM Scalable Programming: Laplace Code 5:00 PM Adjourn/Laplace ExercisesTentative Agenda for Wednesday, August 13, 2025 11:00 AM Advanced MPI 1:00 PM Lunch Break (Lunch is not provided) 2:00 PM Laplace Review 2:30 PM Outro to Parallel Computing 3:15 PM Parallel Debugging and Profiling Tools 3:30 PM Exercises 4:30 PM Adjourn Registration Link: https://support.access-ci.org/events/8378

What ancient wisdom helped shape modern brain surgery techniques? How has India's medical heritage influenced today's global neurosurgical practices? By weaving historical insight with clinical advances, this presentation offers a glimpse into how early medical breakthroughs in India by Susruta, the "Father of Surgery," continue to inspire future discovery.This lecture, presented by Varindera Paul Singh, Visiting Pediatric Neurosurgeon and immediate past President of the Indian Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery, explores the remarkable journey of neurosurgery in India, tracing its roots from the pioneering surgical techniques of Susruta in ancient times to the cutting-edge innovations of today's practitioners. Bridging millennia of medical progress, the talk highlights key milestones, transformative figures, and the enduring legacy of Indian contributions to brain science and surgery.Registration required for attendance.UCF College of Medicine August 12, Noon - 1:00 p.m. COM (Room TBA)Free lunch provided. Registration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cCovsC76f0mF3M2

The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present the "MPI Programming" workshop.This workshop is intended to give C and Fortran programmers a hands-on introduction to MPI programming. Both days are condensed to accommodate multiple time zones but packed with useful information and lab exercises. Attendees will leave with a working knowledge of how to write scalable codes using MPI - the standard programming tool of scalable parallel computing.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 with MobaXterm application installed.How to Register Interested applicants must have an ACCESS ID. If you do not have an ACCESS ID, please visit https://operations.access-ci.org/identity/new-user.For further instructions to create ACCESS ID: https://rci.research.ucf.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/38/2024/12/ACCESS-Account-Creation-Workshop.pdfSatellite Site Location: University of Central Florida===========================================Location: Research I, Room 101 (For directions: https://www.ucf.edu/location/research-1/) Note: Enter venue from the ENG side doorsVisitor Parking Information: https://parking.ucf.edu/permits/visitor-permits/Wi-Fi: UCF affiliated attendees can use "UCF_WPA2" using their NID. Visitors can use "UCF_Guest" network (https://guest-wireless.it.ucf.edu/)Tentative Agenda for Tuesday, August 12, 2025 11:00 AM Welcome 11:15 AM Computing Environment 12:00 PM Intro to Parallel Computing 1:00 PM Lunch Break (Lunch is not provided) 2:00 PM Introduction to MPI 3:30 PM Introductory Exercises 4:10 PM Intro Exercises Review 4:15 PM Scalable Programming: Laplace Code 5:00 PM Adjourn/Laplace ExercisesTentative Agenda for Wednesday, August 13, 2025 11:00 AM Advanced MPI 1:00 PM Lunch Break (Lunch is not provided) 2:00 PM Laplace Review 2:30 PM Outro to Parallel Computing 3:15 PM Parallel Debugging and Profiling Tools 3:30 PM Exercises 4:30 PM Adjourn Registration Link: https://support.access-ci.org/events/8378

Join us for a hands-on session where we'll walk through our Universal Design Online Content Inspection Tool (UDOIT), a tool within Webcourses@UCF that scans your course for accessibility issues and helps you fix them quickly. Discover why accessibility is important, gain practical experience using UDOIT in your courses and deepen your understanding of best practices for accessible course design.Be sure to bring your laptop, your course materials and your questions. Let's UDOIT together!This virtual workshop is limited to UCF faculty, staff and GTAs.For similar events and training opportunities, check out our full listing of [Faculty Multimedia Center workshops and events](https://cdl.ucf.edu/support/fmc/events-workshops/) for the semester here.Don't miss out on enhancing your skills and knowledge with our beginner, intermediate and advanced level workshops! Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=80037036

This training provides an overview of the basics of video accessibility, including captioning and audio description. The training will demonstrate multiple ways of captioning video content and provide information on UCF's approved vendors for captioning services.Questions? Please contact [digitalaccessibility@ucf.edu](mailto:digitalaccessibility@ucf.edu)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/95718694599?pwd=Iy1STaoODtvO2ORdvWWBhJE3AuC7mV.1 Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/learning/course/3428325a8b131001198af2ffdbec0000?type=9882927d138b100019b6a2df1a46018b Registration Info: Students: no registration required, use the Virtual location link provided. Faculty and Staff: register via Workday.

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.

Please join us for a review of updates and changes to Webcourses@UCF over the summer, as well as to other tools and features including Yellowdig, Respondus and more. This session will demo new tools and features, detail some handy start-of-term remidners and provide a roadmap for upcoming changes scheduled for the Fall term. The online session will be recorded and will be available afterward.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/95985260444?pwd=nTp0XAem9aGekEITqFwhIIQ8B6TqZv.1 Registration Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/webcoursesucf-summer-recap-tickets-1478624057359

A virtual webinar providing an overview of the marketing process for small business, as well as a close look at all elements of a marketing plan. Marketing is the driver of revenue growth and an imperative for small business success. Topics include the traditional four "P's" of marketing - Product, Place, Promotion and Price - as well as three new "P's" with special application to small businesses - Positioning, People and Planning.Virtual Location URL: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/marketing-basics-webinar-5a1eVO8PjAD/overview Registration Link: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/marketing-basics-webinar-5a1eVO8PjAD/overview

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 faculty and staff from [UCF's School of Global Health Management and Informatics](https://ccie.ucf.edu/hmi/) to learn more about our [online Executive Masters of Health Administration](https://www.ucf.edu/online/degree/executive-master-health-administration/)! The Executive MHA (eMHA) track is attractive to working health care professionals due to the online delivery format, which allows students to earn an Executive MHA degree from any location and at times convenient to each student. Throughout the program, students enhance their leadership skills and learn from leading experts and academics in the field of health administration. During this one-hour Zoom you will:* have an extensive overview of the Executive MHA program and what makes us unique. * receive a thorough overview of the application and admissions process. * build connections with UCF staff who specifically work with the program. * have the ability to get all your questions answered!Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/portal/emha_webinars?id=bb973868-bbff-4707-afcb-0979d2781c40

The UCF Transfer Center welcomes you to UCF! Join us for a scavenger hunt-style adventure to familiarize you with campus before classes start. We will serve coffee and breakfast, take you on a scavenger hunt tour of campus and drop you off at the arena just in time for the Knighting Ceremony where you will officially be named as a UCF Knight! Registration Link: https://knightconnect.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11331351

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/1638911 Registration Info: Save time - Schedule your appointment now!

Welcome back to UCF Libraries for the Fall 2025 semester! To celebrate, we'll be set up for students to pop in and send off a quick postcard to their parents or a loved one! Come see our newly renovated space on the fourth floor as we'll be set up in room 402.

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/).