Join us as we kick off a week full of fun and show off our school pride. Wear your transfer school or UCF colors, connect with fellow students, and enjoy a day of spirit and community.Drop by the Student Union Patio from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. to receive a special gift. Registration Link: https://knightconnect.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11647424

The purpose of The Registration Rodeo is to prepare students for the upcoming Spring 2026 registration. This multi-day event will help students:1. Review their myUCF portal for holds and to-dos, and teach students how to view the necessary steps to resolve these items and avoid delays in their ability to register. 2. Learn how to access and read their degree audit to better understand the requirements for completing their current declared major. 3. Assist students in adding classes to their shopping cart and setting up the "Swap" feature. 4. Educate students on the FloridaShines transient course option. 5. Know who their assigned Academic Success Coach (ASC) is and how to schedule an appointment with him/her. If assigned to a committee, how to schedule with an ASC. 6. And more!The first 10 students at each event will receive a free academic success kit!Please review the dates/times below to learn when your college's ASCs will be present to assist with questions. All students are welcome to attend all computer labs and information sessions.* Computer Lab with the College of Engineering and Computer Science * Wednesday, Oct. 8 * 8:30-10:30 a.m. * Trevor Colbourn Hall 116 * Computer Lab with the College of Nursing * Wednesday, Oct. 8 * 2-4:30 p.m. * Trevor Colbourn Hall 116 * Information Session with Academic Success Coaching * Thursday, Oct. 9 * 10-11 a.m. * Dixon Career Center 121 * Computer Lab with the College of Business * Friday, Oct. 10 * 1-4 p.m. * Trevor Colbourn Hall 116 * Computer Lab with the College of Arts and Humanities * Monday, Oct. 13 * 9-11 a.m. and 2-4:30 p.m. * Trevor Colbourn Hall 116 * Computer Lab with the College of Medicine and the College of Health Professions and Sciences * Tuesday, Oct. 14 * 10 a.m.-2 p.m. * Health Sciences 1 104 * Computer Lab with the College of Community Innovation and Education and the College of Sciences * Wednesday, Oct. 15 * 10 a.m.-2 p.m. * DPAC (Dr. Phillips Academic Commons) 346 * Please be aware that this is at the UCF Downtown Campus * Information Session with Experiential Learning * Monday, Oct. 20 * 1-2 p.m. * Dixon Career Center 121 * Information Session with Student Financial Assistance * Tuesday, October 21 * 2-3 p.m. * Dixon Career Center 121 * Computer Lab with the College of Sciences * Wednesday, Oct. 22 * 9 a.m.-12 p.m. * Psychology 107 * Computer Lab * Thursday, Oct. 23 * 8-11 a.m. * Classroom Building 1 101 * Computer Lab * Thursday, Oct. 23 * 3-5 p.m. * Trevor Colbourn Hall 106

Pre-Health, Pre-Law, and Pre-Grad Students: Your Next Step Starts Here!Monday, October 20, 2025 4:00pm-7:00pm (Early Access Pass starts at 3:30pm) Student Union, Pegasus Ballroom FREE entry! SHAPE YOUR FUTURE BEYOND UCF Are you considering taking your education to the next level after graduation? Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) invite you to meet face-to-face with representatives from top graduate, health professional, and law schools across the country. Whether you're a freshman exploring possibilities or a senior ready to submit applications, this event is your opportunity to get insider information on admissions requirements, application tips, and program details. PROGRAMS YOU'LL CONNECT WITH* Graduate Schools (master's, Ph.D.) * Law Schools * Health Professional Schools (Medical, PA, Pharmacy, Dental, Vet, and more!)WHY ATTEND?* Get direct answers to your questions about admissions criteria * Learn about program-specific requirements and deadlines * Network with admissions representatives who review applications * Discover programs you may not have considered * Gain competitive insights to strengthen your applicationsMAKE THE MOST OF YOUR EXPERIENCE Register in advance to receive event updates and a list of participating schools. Early registration is highly encouraged as it helps you plan which representatives to prioritize during your visit. PRO-TIP: GET AN EARLY ACCESS PASS! Get in at 3:30pm with an Early Access Pass! To qualify, attend at least one eligible AAP workshop and pick up your pass at the DCC front desk during pick-up hours. To learn more about the Early Access Pass and see qualifying workshops, click [here](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1iIt595J2QM1P5440mR57kXhFmE7SU7-X?usp=sharing).See the full list of AAP's Graduate & Professional School Month workshops on Handshake [here](https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/edu/collections/22551?collection_type=events&page=1&per_page=25&sort_column=start_date&sort_direction=asc). Eligible workshops that count toward the Early Access Pass are marked with an asterisk (*).See you at the fair! [RSVP on Handshake.](https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/47eee6ee-547c-4b07-8170-6a7feb2c8652/student_preview) Registration Link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/47eee6ee-547c-4b07-8170-6a7feb2c8652/student_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP on Handshake.

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/).

Come out to visit our annual trick or tabling event at the Student Union where UCF Agencies and Clubs can meet students while giving out free candy.Students are free to visit us at any time while we are outside in the patio of the Student Union. There will be live music and food provided. We encourage dressing up in costumes and decorate tables in Halloween themes as we will also be hosting a costume contest.Additionally, Late Knights and CAB will be present to hype up their upcoming Fright Knight event.

Ready to level up your law school game? [Academic Advancement Programs (AAP)](https://academicsuccess.ucf.edu/aap/) invites you to a join a 45-minute group advising session with Ralph Keiffer, assistant director of admissions and recruiting at FSU College of Law. Get insider tips and personalized feedback on your law school application materials -- from your resume to your personal statement.Spots are limited, so secure your slot via [Calendly](https://calendly.com/fsukeiffer/ucf-group-advising-with-florida-state-law?month=2025-10) and come prepared to ask questions, take notes, and make your JD dreams real.*This workshop is designed for students in all stages: Exploring, Building, Mastering, or Applying. Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1799315/share_preview Registration Info: Register for the event on Handshake. Secure a specific time slot on Calendly.

No appointment needed - just come on in to the Kenneth G. Dixon Career Development Center:* Tuesdays: 10am-12pm * Wednesdays: 12-2pmCheck 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!

The UCF Art Gallery is proud to present a dynamic exhibition of artworks by the faculty of the [UCF School of Visual Arts and Design](https://cah.ucf.edu/svad/). These professional artists have received both national and international recognition for their engaging and thought-provoking works. The exhibition showcases a wide range of traditional and contemporary media and processes including drawing, digital art, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture.To learn more about this exhibition, click [HERE](https://cah.ucf.edu/gallery/exhibit/fall-2025-svad-faculty-exhibition/).

Title: Time-domain optical control of molecular and material dynamicsAbstract: Since the advent of femtochemistry, researchers have sought to both manipulate and monitor chemical dynamics at the intrinsic length and time scales of atoms, electrons, and the bonds that hold them together. Two-pulse pump-probe approaches have long served as the workhorse of this endeavor, providing a window into dynamics launched by an initial excitation. In this seminar, I will describe our efforts to move beyond passive observation by employing multi-pulse pump-control-probe schemes that guide the microscopic partitioning of energy along distinct dynamical pathways. I will highlight suite of modalities that we have developed through their application to two broad classes of systems: (i) semiconductor materials relevant to solar energy conversion -- including halide perovskites, colloidal nanocrystals, and two-dimensional materials -- where optical probes track the exchange of energy between photons, electrons, and phonons; and (ii) diatomic gas-phase molecules, representing the most fundamental level of photochemistry, where hard X-ray scattering enables real-space and real-time visualization of wavepacket shaping via coherent control. Together, these efforts advance the broader goal of unveiling and ultimately controlling the coupled electronic and structural dynamics that underpin function in condensed phases.About the Speaker: Tom Hopper is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Chemistry, University of Central Florida. After completing a Masters degree in Chemistry at Newcastle University (2016), he became the first graduate student of Artem Bakulin at Imperial College London, which began with building a brand-new femtosecond laser suite for the Chemistry department, and culminated in numerous awards for his thesis on ultrafast photophysics in organic, hybrid and nanoscale materials and devices. Following an EPSRC Doctoral Prize Fellowship in the same lab, Tom moved to Stanford University (2021) as a TomKat Postdoctoral Fellow in Sustainable Energy, continuing research into energy transport in emerging photovoltaics in the group of Aaron Lindenberg. Tom then joined SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory (2023) full time as a Postdoctoral Scholar in Photon Science. Working with Adi Natan and Kelly Gaffney, Tom developed pulse sequences to exert coherent control of photochemical structural and solvation dynamics, and image these processes with the world's brightest X-rays at the LCLS free electron laser. Since December 2024, Tom has led a research group at UCF, focusing on ultrafast laser control tools to advance the materials & device science of molecular and nanoscale systems for novel energy, optoelectronic and quantum technologies.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/91734379009?from=addon

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

Transferring to UCF? UCF handles Financial Aid, Payments, Deadlines, and Scholarships much differently than your institution does. Attend this workshop to help you make "cents" of your transfer.Session topics include:* How to apply for Financial Aid at UCF and tips for getting the largest award package possible. * If you lost your aid while at your state college, will you get it back? * When are your tuition payments due, and will you be eligible for a payment extension? * How to apply for scholarships and strategies to get your scholarship applications noticed.Virtual Location URL: https://go.ucf.edu/4eZQasZ Registration Link: https://go.ucf.edu/4eZQasZ

Join us for Well-o-ween, a unique wellness fair celebrating holistic well-being! This annual event welcomes all Valencia and UCF students, faculty and staff to explore diverse resources and activities focused on supporting your mental, physical and emotional health. Come discover practical tips and enjoy some "good-for-you" treats as we embrace a healthier fall season together.

Join UCF Career Services and UCF Counseling & Psychological Services for an insightful presentation: "Silence the Inner Critic: Turning Imposter Syndrome into Career Fuel" Workshop as part of the Fall 2025 Career & Wellness Series on understanding imposter syndrome, learning coping strategies, and practicing self-compassion to alleviate imposter syndrome. The purpose of this presentation is to provide students strategies to address imposter syndrome and achieve professional goals with a positive, growth mindset. The workshop will take place on Zoom. Register on Handshake to get the Zoom link!Virtual Location URL: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1793102/share_preview Registration Link: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1793102/share_preview

Compete for $15,000 in cash prizes by pitching bold ideas that create real-world impact. This session will walk you through everything you need to know about the UCF Innovation Tournament, including rules, deadlines, judging, and tips to strengthen your pitch.Competition Tracks:* Art and Entertainment* Social and Health* Retail Products and Services* Advanced TechnologyRegistration Link: https://ucf.startuptree.co/discover/events?s=s

Get ready for an "out of this world" game night challenge.Work with other students to solve various physical and mental challenges led by representatives from the RWC. Students will make friends, solve challenges, and learn how to work better with others while having fun.Space is limited for this event, and an RSVP is required.Please be advised that this programming will involve quite a bit of light physical movement (walking, balancing, squatting, standing, etc.). If you have any health concerns that might limit safe participation, we kindly ask that you sit this one out and join us as a supporter instead. Everyone's safety and comfort are our top priority. Registration Link: https://knightconnect.campuslabs.com/engage/event/11655279 Registration Info: Space is limited for this event, and an RSVP is required.

The UCF Recreation and Wellness Center, in collaboration with the University of Central Florida Officials Association, will be offering the 29th Annual Basketball Officiating Class. This class is designed to train officials in the proper rules and mechanics needed to officiate at the high school level and beyond. Qualified officials will teach it from the local high school associations, various college conferences and professional leagues, including the NBA.When: Class begins Tuesday, August 26, and takes place from 6:00-10:00 PM, and will continue every Tuesday until October 21.Class Format: Class will meet each night in the Recreation and Wellness Center, Room 206. Rules, discussion, and hands-on training will take place in each class. Instructors and guest speakers will provide feedback on how to improve through on-court and video-taped critiques. FEE: The cost is $35.00 for UCF Students and $80.00 for non-UCF Students. Registration includes a whistle, a t-shirt, a class manual, and instruction. Parking is not included in this fee. *Only 26 spaces are available. Registration will continue until the class is filled. Please mail cash or a check to the address below, or pay via Venmo at @UCFOA with your full name in the description. Your registration is not complete until payment is received and you have received confirmation that payment was received. Checks should be made payable to 'UCFOA' Recreation and Wellness Center Attn: Heather Marshall P.O. Box 163548 Orlando, FL 32816-3548 Registration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2tWjElgbyivZGtg Registration Info: The cost is $35.00 for UCF Students and $80.00 for non-UCF Students. Registration includes whistle, t-shirt, class manual and instruction. Parking is not included in this fee. Only 26 spots are available.

Join George Weremchuk, professor of Saxophone at UCF, in recital. Weremchuk has performed and recorded with groups such as the New World Symphony and Sam Rivers Rivbea Orchestra. He has performed at jazz festivals across the globe including Chicago, Portugal, London, and New York. Locally, Weremchuk regularly performs with the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra and The Florida Orchestra.

The purpose of The Registration Rodeo is to prepare students for the upcoming Spring 2026 registration. This multi-day event will help students:1. Review their myUCF portal for holds and to-dos, and teach students how to view the necessary steps to resolve these items and avoid delays in their ability to register. 2. Learn how to access and read their degree audit to better understand the requirements for completing their current declared major. 3. Assist students in adding classes to their shopping cart and setting up the "Swap" feature. 4. Educate students on the FloridaShines transient course option. 5. Know who their assigned Academic Success Coach (ASC) is and how to schedule an appointment with him/her. If assigned to a committee, how to schedule with an ASC. 6. And more!The first 10 students at each event will receive a free academic success kit!Please review the dates/times below to learn when your college's ASCs will be present to assist with questions. All students are welcome to attend all computer labs and information sessions.* Computer Lab with the College of Engineering and Computer Science * Wednesday, Oct. 8 * 8:30-10:30 a.m. * Trevor Colbourn Hall 116 * Computer Lab with the College of Nursing * Wednesday, Oct. 8 * 2-4:30 p.m. * Trevor Colbourn Hall 116 * Information Session with Academic Success Coaching * Thursday, Oct. 9 * 10-11 a.m. * Dixon Career Center 121 * Computer Lab with the College of Business * Friday, Oct. 10 * 1-4 p.m. * Trevor Colbourn Hall 116 * Computer Lab with the College of Arts and Humanities * Monday, Oct. 13 * 9-11 a.m. and 2-4:30 p.m. * Trevor Colbourn Hall 116 * Computer Lab with the College of Medicine and the College of Health Professions and Sciences * Tuesday, Oct. 14 * 10 a.m.-2 p.m. * Health Sciences 1 104 * Computer Lab with the College of Community Innovation and Education and the College of Sciences * Wednesday, Oct. 15 * 10 a.m.-2 p.m. * DPAC (Dr. Phillips Academic Commons) 346 * Please be aware that this is at the UCF Downtown Campus * Information Session with Experiential Learning * Monday, Oct. 20 * 1-2 p.m. * Dixon Career Center 121 * Information Session with Student Financial Assistance * Tuesday, October 21 * 2-3 p.m. * Dixon Career Center 121 * Computer Lab with the College of Sciences * Wednesday, Oct. 22 * 9 a.m.-12 p.m. * Psychology 107 * Computer Lab * Thursday, Oct. 23 * 8-11 a.m. * Classroom Building 1 101 * Computer Lab * Thursday, Oct. 23 * 3-5 p.m. * Trevor Colbourn Hall 106

The UCF Art Gallery is proud to present a dynamic exhibition of artworks by the faculty of the [UCF School of Visual Arts and Design](https://cah.ucf.edu/svad/). These professional artists have received both national and international recognition for their engaging and thought-provoking works. The exhibition showcases a wide range of traditional and contemporary media and processes including drawing, digital art, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture.To learn more about this exhibition, click [HERE](https://cah.ucf.edu/gallery/exhibit/fall-2025-svad-faculty-exhibition/).