All events
All events
All Events
UCF Academic Calendar
Academic Events
Arts at UCF
Careers/Jobs
CFE Arena Events
College of Medicine
Concert/Performance
Entertainment
Health
Holiday
Meeting
Recreation & Exercise
Rosen College of Hospitality Management
Service/Volunteer
Social Events
Speaker/Lecture/Seminar
Sports
Tour/Open House/Information Session
UCF Downtown
Uncategorized/Other
Workshop/Conference
Grad Studies Events
Skip date selector
Skip to beginning of date selector
October 2025
November 2025
December 2025
January 2026
Friday, October 31, 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 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/).
- 11:30 AM3h 30mCREOL Halloween Open HouseCome see what the exciting world of photonics is all about!Learn about CREOL, eat pizza and candy, tour high-tech labs, hear from students, meet with academic advisors, and get information about Florida's only Bachelor's Degree in Photonic Science and Engineering.Agenda:* 11:30 - Free pizza and photonics demonstrations * 12:00 - Introduction to CREOL presentation * 12:45 - Lab tours * 2:00 - Trick-or-treat scavenger hunt (free candy!) * 2:30 - Student panel and Q&ARegistration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6x0zHzxD1tjndQy
- 11:30 AM3h 30mCREOL Halloween Open HouseCome see what the exciting world of photonics is all about!Learn about CREOL, eat pizza and candy, tour high-tech labs, hear from students, meet with academic advisors, and get information about Florida's only Bachelor's Degree in Photonic Science and Engineering.Agenda:* 11:30 - Free pizza and photonics demonstrations * 12:00 - Introduction to CREOL presentation * 12:45 - Lab tours * 2:00 - Trick-or-treat scavenger hunt (free candy!) * 2:30 - Student panel and Q&ARegistration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6x0zHzxD1tjndQy
- 1:00 PM2hCritiques and Career Express Pop-InJoin us virtually each Friday 1-3 pm without an appointment this Fall semseter. Simply go to [go.ucf.edu/CSpopin](go.ucf.edu/CSpopin) for the zoom registration anytime 1-3pm. We will accept you into the zoom once we have an available Career Peer Advisor to assist you with your resume, cover letter, linkedin profile, or quick career questions!Virtual Location URL: go.ucf.edu/CSpopin
- 1:00 PM2hCritiques and Career Express Pop-InJoin us virtually each Friday 1-3 pm without an appointment this Fall semseter. Simply go to [go.ucf.edu/CSpopin](go.ucf.edu/CSpopin) for the zoom registration anytime 1-3pm. We will accept you into the zoom once we have an available Career Peer Advisor to assist you with your resume, cover letter, linkedin profile, or quick career questions!Virtual Location URL: go.ucf.edu/CSpopin
- 1:30 PM1hCREOL Seminar: Larry Boxler, SynopsysTitle: Analysis and Control of Straylight in a Maksutov-Cassegrain TelescopeAbstract: The world of small satellites is evolving quickly. In particular, the increasing availability of low-cost launch and commercially available hardware provides an opportunity to reduce the overall cost of science missions. The optical design forms used for the sensing and imaging telescopes used in small satellites are well known.In this talk, I will use an example of the Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope design form and review how to ensure that the optical system can perform its function by accounting for and controlling stray light. I will demonstrate how a systems level approach is necessary and is facilitated by non-sequential optical analysis software. The various techniques for identifying stray light risk and mitigating the risk will be reviewed and discussed. About the Speaker: Larry Boxler is currently a senior illumination systems engineer at Synopsys Optical Solutions Group. He received a bachelor's degree in optical engineering from Rose Hulman Institute of Technology and has over 30 years of experience in optical system design and analysis. His expertise spans a wide range of optical systems, including illumination devices, projector components, lidar systems and stray light control. He has also contributed to software development for optical engineering applications, enhancing tools used for non-imaging optical design and stray light analysis. He holds multiple patents related to LED lighting systems and optical designs.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/99238120659?from=addon
- 1:30 PM1hCREOL Seminar: Larry Boxler, SynopsysTitle: Analysis and Control of Straylight in a Maksutov-Cassegrain TelescopeAbstract: The world of small satellites is evolving quickly. In particular, the increasing availability of low-cost launch and commercially available hardware provides an opportunity to reduce the overall cost of science missions. The optical design forms used for the sensing and imaging telescopes used in small satellites are well known.In this talk, I will use an example of the Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope design form and review how to ensure that the optical system can perform its function by accounting for and controlling stray light. I will demonstrate how a systems level approach is necessary and is facilitated by non-sequential optical analysis software. The various techniques for identifying stray light risk and mitigating the risk will be reviewed and discussed. About the Speaker: Larry Boxler is currently a senior illumination systems engineer at Synopsys Optical Solutions Group. He received a bachelor's degree in optical engineering from Rose Hulman Institute of Technology and has over 30 years of experience in optical system design and analysis. His expertise spans a wide range of optical systems, including illumination devices, projector components, lidar systems and stray light control. He has also contributed to software development for optical engineering applications, enhancing tools used for non-imaging optical design and stray light analysis. He holds multiple patents related to LED lighting systems and optical designs.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/99238120659?from=addon
- 3:00 PM1hTreats in the SuiteStop by the Academic Engagement Suite on the third floor of the John C. Hitt Library for some Halloween treats -- and maybe a scare if you dare!
- 3:00 PM1hTreats in the SuiteStop by the Academic Engagement Suite on the third floor of the John C. Hitt Library for some Halloween treats -- and maybe a scare if you dare!
- 3:00 PM1hUCF Educational Leadership Information SessionThe UCF Higher Education Leadership Program invites prospective students to join a virtual information session on graduate school opportunities in Student Personnel.Discover how to become a graduate Knight and unlock benefits such as tuition-covered assistantships, career-focused training and professional growth opportunities at a university nationally recognized for innovation and student success.Learn how UCF prepares leaders for impactful roles in housing, advising, orientation and student activities. Come be a Knight! We are ready to support your professional success as a next generation changemaker in student affairs.Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=319fbc8a-d56b-470e-ba67-32956ba0f60f Registration Link: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=319fbc8a-d56b-470e-ba67-32956ba0f60f
- 3:00 PM1hUCF Educational Leadership Information SessionThe UCF Higher Education Leadership Program invites prospective students to join a virtual information session on graduate school opportunities in Student Personnel.Discover how to become a graduate Knight and unlock benefits such as tuition-covered assistantships, career-focused training and professional growth opportunities at a university nationally recognized for innovation and student success.Learn how UCF prepares leaders for impactful roles in housing, advising, orientation and student activities. Come be a Knight! We are ready to support your professional success as a next generation changemaker in student affairs.Virtual Location URL: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=319fbc8a-d56b-470e-ba67-32956ba0f60f Registration Link: https://applynow.graduate.ucf.edu/register/?id=319fbc8a-d56b-470e-ba67-32956ba0f60f
- 7:00 PM2hUCF Men's Soccer vs. Coastal CarolinaThe UCF men's soccer team welcomes Coastal Carolina on Friday, Oct. 31 for Goal-A-Ween. The match will air on ESPN+.UCF students can attend the match for free with valid UCF student ID. General admission tickets are available for purchase on [Ticketmaster](https://www.ticketmaster.com/ucf-knights-mens-soccer-tickets/artist/1756189).For the most up-to-date information about the Knights, please visit [ucfknights.com/sports/mens-soccer](https://ucfknights.com/sports/mens-soccer) and follow along on social media:* X (formerly Twitter): [@UCF_MSoccer](https://x.com/UCF_MSoccer) * Instagram: [@ucf.msoccer](https://www.instagram.com/ucf.msoccer/) * Facebook: [UCF Men's Soccer](https://www.facebook.com/UCFMensSoccer)
- 7:00 PM2hUCF Men's Soccer vs. Coastal CarolinaThe UCF men's soccer team welcomes Coastal Carolina on Friday, Oct. 31 for Goal-A-Ween. The match will air on ESPN+.UCF students can attend the match for free with valid UCF student ID. General admission tickets are available for purchase on [Ticketmaster](https://www.ticketmaster.com/ucf-knights-mens-soccer-tickets/artist/1756189).For the most up-to-date information about the Knights, please visit [ucfknights.com/sports/mens-soccer](https://ucfknights.com/sports/mens-soccer) and follow along on social media:* X (formerly Twitter): [@UCF_MSoccer](https://x.com/UCF_MSoccer) * Instagram: [@ucf.msoccer](https://www.instagram.com/ucf.msoccer/) * Facebook: [UCF Men's Soccer](https://www.facebook.com/UCFMensSoccer)