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Tuesday, October 28, 2025
- All dayInnovation Tournament 2025Innovation means creating something new, better, or more impactful -- whether it's a product, service, business model or system. It's about identifying problems, designing creative solutions and delivering those solutions sustainably to the people who need them.This competition emphasizes value creation: your solution should have a clear delivery plan, a defined target audience, and a model for generating revenue or sustaining impact. Registration Link: https://ucf.startuptree.co/discover/competitions
- All dayInnovation Tournament 2025Innovation means creating something new, better, or more impactful -- whether it's a product, service, business model or system. It's about identifying problems, designing creative solutions and delivering those solutions sustainably to the people who need them.This competition emphasizes value creation: your solution should have a clear delivery plan, a defined target audience, and a model for generating revenue or sustaining impact. Registration Link: https://ucf.startuptree.co/discover/competitions
- 10:00 AM1hSuccess is No Accident: Strategic Planning for Small Businesses Part IVirtual webinarThis event is sponsored by Orange County Government as part of the Florida SBDC at UCF's Orange County Strategic Series.Make your future happen; don't let it happen to you. With a strategic plan, you will be able to establish your company's direction, make better business decisions and have a source of increased market share and profitability. Strategic planning is a series of building blocks including:• Financial Plan• Marketing Plan• Business Plan• Strategic PlanWhile most planning workshops address these plans separately, this two (2) part webinar series (Part I: Thursday, October 16th and Part II: Thursday, October 23) will present these four complementary planning events (two per webinar) as a series of activities that build on each other to create an effective, long-term strategic plan for your business that enables you to design your company's future and supports its sustainable growth and success. Includes multiple user-friendly tools and templates to be distributed.Virtual Location URL: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/success-is-no-accident-strategic-planning-for-small-businesses-part-i-5a1eVO9p3GR/overview Registration Link: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/success-is-no-accident-strategic-planning-for-small-businesses-part-i-5a1eVO9p3GR/overview
- 10:00 AM1hSuccess is No Accident: Strategic Planning for Small Businesses Part IVirtual webinarThis event is sponsored by Orange County Government as part of the Florida SBDC at UCF's Orange County Strategic Series.Make your future happen; don't let it happen to you. With a strategic plan, you will be able to establish your company's direction, make better business decisions and have a source of increased market share and profitability. Strategic planning is a series of building blocks including:• Financial Plan• Marketing Plan• Business Plan• Strategic PlanWhile most planning workshops address these plans separately, this two (2) part webinar series (Part I: Thursday, October 16th and Part II: Thursday, October 23) will present these four complementary planning events (two per webinar) as a series of activities that build on each other to create an effective, long-term strategic plan for your business that enables you to design your company's future and supports its sustainable growth and success. Includes multiple user-friendly tools and templates to be distributed.Virtual Location URL: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/success-is-no-accident-strategic-planning-for-small-businesses-part-i-5a1eVO9p3GR/overview Registration Link: https://events.blackthorn.io/en/6g3Q8Wa7/success-is-no-accident-strategic-planning-for-small-businesses-part-i-5a1eVO9p3GR/overview
- 10:00 AM2hCritiques & Career Express Drop-InNo 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!
- 10:00 AM2hCritiques & Career Express Drop-InNo 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!
- 10:00 AM6hArt Exhibit - Noise in the ArchiveThe UnionWest Gallery at Valencia Downtown is hosting an exhibition featuring artwork produced by Valencia students in the Painting/Mixed Media course.See a diverse collection of projects that dissolve the boundaries between photography and painting. The work on view reveals each artist's evolving language as they manipulate emulsion, pigment, and texture to find personal and poetic resonance.The exhibit will be on view from October 9 to December 5, 2025.Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday 10am-4pm
- 10:00 AM7hFall 2025 SVAD Faculty Exhibition | UCF Art GalleryThe [UCF Art Gallery](https://cah.ucf.edu/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/).
- 11:00 AM30mPilatesJoin us for Mat Pilates, a complete core workout that engages and challenges all stabilizing muscle groups. Designed to improve strength, flexibility, and posture while enhancing mental awareness, this mindful, full-body class is perfect for all fitness levels.Located on the 2nd floor of UnionWest, Suite 246 Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=24f1a045-3466-4ab7-b034-d8e596edb312
- 11:00 AM5hBig Red Bus - Donate Blood Today!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 Terry Ave, near DPAC West.Walk-ups are welcome and appointments are appreciated! Registration Link: https://donor.oneblood.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/1638772
- 11:00 AM5hTasty Tuesdays - Downtown Food TrucksJoin us on select Tuesdays as we host a different food truck on campus, offering additional food options for the campus community.Check the [@ucfdowntown Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ucfdowntown/) account each week to see which truck will be on campus and to explore their menu!* Oct. 7: [Allan's Jerk Shack](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fucf.us15.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Dcec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927%26id%3Dd08e9cca94%26e%3D3184248b01&data=05%7C02%7Cashli.vanhorn%40ucf.edu%7Cfe547ce159474d73b43108de00e41feb%7Cbb932f15ef3842ba91fcf3c59d5dd1f1%7C0%7C0%7C638949176982618987%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=uIUewGvdZ5ZZhEActS%2BgJ%2FPjJvk4TICTY9cz6xfFmvM%3D&reserved=0 "https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fucf.us15.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Dcec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927%26id%3Dd08e9cca94%26e%3D3184248b01&data=05%7C02%7Cashli.vanhorn%40ucf.edu%7Cfe547ce159474d73b43108de00e41feb%7Cbb932f15ef3842ba91fcf3c59d5dd1f1%7C0%7C0%7C638949176982618987%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=uIUewGvdZ5ZZhEActS%2BgJ%2FPjJvk4TICTY9cz6xfFmvM%3D&reserved=0") * Oct. 14: Victory Tacos and Al's Ice Cream (as part of Foam Splash) * Oct. 21: [BYOB International Fusion](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fucf.us15.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Dcec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927%26id%3D3d1026c7a9%26e%3D3184248b01&data=05%7C02%7Cashli.vanhorn%40ucf.edu%7Cfe547ce159474d73b43108de00e41feb%7Cbb932f15ef3842ba91fcf3c59d5dd1f1%7C0%7C0%7C638949176982637364%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=TNRe9ZuRw6gCbmLraPwF0yBX8dAzshzwOK3GUDQLy%2FM%3D&reserved=0 "Original URL: https://ucf.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927&id=3d1026c7a9&e=3184248b01 Click to follow link.") * Oct. 28: [Smoke in the City BBQ](https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fucf.us15.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Dcec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927%26id%3De332ea72f4%26e%3D3184248b01&data=05%7C02%7Cashli.vanhorn%40ucf.edu%7Cfe547ce159474d73b43108de00e41feb%7Cbb932f15ef3842ba91fcf3c59d5dd1f1%7C0%7C0%7C638949176982654009%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=SK8hIw%2FYFmHwAPK%2F1Ji%2ButX%2F%2BD0BVhT7qKtnjSAMJ18%3D&reserved=0 "Original URL: https://ucf.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cec9cd22f4b76f8b1f2f24927&id=e332ea72f4&e=3184248b01 Click to follow link.")
- 11:00 AM6hBig Red Bus - Donate Blood Today!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/1675138 Registration Info: Save time - Schedule your appointment now!
- 11:00 AM6hBig Red Bus - Donate Blood Today!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/1675138 Registration Info: Save time - Schedule your appointment now!
- 11:45 AM30mCardio BarbellJoin us for Cardio Barbell, a muscular endurance-focused class using group exercise barbells. Through fundamental strength moves that target the entire body, you'll challenge your muscles with added weight and varied tempo to build endurance and strength.Located on the 2nd floor of UnionWest, Suite 246 Registration Link: https://ucfrwc.org/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=d37cc823-5562-4f9f-8d02-dfd224724a65 Registration Info: Walk-ins welcome
- 12:00 PM1hUCF Executive Master of Health Administration Info SessionJoin 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=48e3cad4-6642-40af-bc54-c145655c6083
- 12:00 PM1hUCF Executive Master of Health Administration Info SessionJoin 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=48e3cad4-6642-40af-bc54-c145655c6083
- 12:00 PM1hUCF Executive Master of Health Administration Info SessionJoin 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=48e3cad4-6642-40af-bc54-c145655c6083
- 12:00 PM1h 15mReaching for the Stars as a Global Citizen: An Intellectual Journey of Asia & the World 2025 Lecture Series2025 Lecture SeriesSponsored by the Eurasia Foundation (From Asia)With 60 percent of the world's population, Asia is not only home to the world's oldest civilizations, it also represents cultural and economic vitality. Asia has a major role in manufacturing, technology and investment markets. Non-governmental organizations specializing in economic development, healthcare and environmental protection are also active throughout Asia. This series will provide a rare opportunity for students and the community to develop a better understanding of the cultural, political and economic forces that have shaped modern Asia by hearing from esteemed international scholars.Food Education and Rural Resilience in Contemporary Japan (2025)Stephanie Assmann Professor of Global Business, School of Economics and Management, University of Hyogo, Kobe, Japan[Eurasian Lecture Series 2025 - College of Arts and Humanities](https://cah.ucf.edu/eurasia-lectures-2025/)Virtual Location URL: https://cah.ucf.edu/eurasia-lectures-2025/
- 12:00 PM1h 15mReaching for the Stars as a Global Citizen: An Intellectual Journey of Asia & the World 2025 Lecture Series2025 Lecture SeriesSponsored by the Eurasia Foundation (From Asia)With 60 percent of the world's population, Asia is not only home to the world's oldest civilizations, it also represents cultural and economic vitality. Asia has a major role in manufacturing, technology and investment markets. Non-governmental organizations specializing in economic development, healthcare and environmental protection are also active throughout Asia. This series will provide a rare opportunity for students and the community to develop a better understanding of the cultural, political and economic forces that have shaped modern Asia by hearing from esteemed international scholars.Food Education and Rural Resilience in Contemporary Japan (2025)Stephanie Assmann Professor of Global Business, School of Economics and Management, University of Hyogo, Kobe, Japan[Eurasian Lecture Series 2025 - College of Arts and Humanities](https://cah.ucf.edu/eurasia-lectures-2025/)Virtual Location URL: https://cah.ucf.edu/eurasia-lectures-2025/
- 3:00 PM1hFund Your Future - Grad & Professional School SecretsThinking about a postgraduate program but unsure how to pay for it? Join us for an engaging workshop led by Michael Aldarondo-Jeffries, director of academic advancement programs, who will reveal the financial secrets of pursuing advanced degrees.Whether you're pre-grad, pre-health, or pre-law, this session will guide you through funding options such as fellowships, assistantships, scholarships and financial aid strategies to make your dream program more affordable than you might expect.Learn how to research funding opportunities, craft competitive applications, and gain insider tips to give you a financial edge. Don't let cost hold you back--discover how to invest in your future without breaking the bank. Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1777928/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP via Handshake.
- 3:00 PM1hFund Your Future - Grad & Professional School SecretsThinking about a postgraduate program but unsure how to pay for it? Join us for an engaging workshop led by Michael Aldarondo-Jeffries, director of academic advancement programs, who will reveal the financial secrets of pursuing advanced degrees.Whether you're pre-grad, pre-health, or pre-law, this session will guide you through funding options such as fellowships, assistantships, scholarships and financial aid strategies to make your dream program more affordable than you might expect.Learn how to research funding opportunities, craft competitive applications, and gain insider tips to give you a financial edge. Don't let cost hold you back--discover how to invest in your future without breaking the bank. Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1777928/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP via Handshake.
- 3:00 PM2hHorror Movies at the DTC LibraryTuedays at 3pm in DPAC 265Every Tuesday in October the DTC Library will be screening a horror movie at 3pm! Stop by and grab a bag of fresh popcorn on your way to class or stay to watch the movie and get into the spirit of spooky season.* October 7- Bodies Bodies Bodies * October 14- Buffy the Vampire Slayer * October 12- Donnie Darko * October 28- Jennifer's BodyThe Downtown Campus Library is located in DPAC 265, on the 2nd floor of the DPAC East building.Free and open to all, no registration necessary.* Content warning: these films are rated R and contain graphic imagery and language.These films will be shown via Kanopy and Feature Films for Education, databases available through the UCF library!
- 3:30 PM1hManaging AnxietyThis workshop will describe anxiety and how it presents, strategies for confronting anxious thoughts and coping techniques to reduce physical symptoms of anxiety.This workshop is part of the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop series. [Learn about CAPS and other workshops.](https://caps.sswb.ucf.edu/)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf-hipaa.zoom.us/j/97245375228
- 3:30 PM1hManaging AnxietyThis workshop will describe anxiety and how it presents, strategies for confronting anxious thoughts and coping techniques to reduce physical symptoms of anxiety.This workshop is part of the Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Well-Being Online Workshop series. [Learn about CAPS and other workshops.](https://caps.sswb.ucf.edu/)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf-hipaa.zoom.us/j/97245375228