How to Create Accessible Documents - Microsoft Office covers the core principles of document accessibility using Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Learn how to build accessible content from the start and follow along with a hands-on demonstration to remediate an inaccessible file. By the end of this session, you'll understand how to identify and correct common accessibility issues in documents. Participants should have a device with Microsoft Office installed to follow along.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/97352880136?pwd=rUOVBdaIETYn0fbf9MWIEQZtbukHow.1 Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/learning/course/fbd03f6cd917010e40c4d4cb2e440000?type=9882927d138b100019b6a2df1a46018b Registration Info: Students: no registration required, use the Virtual location link provided. Faculty and Staff: register via Workday.

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 session will be an in-person session for attendees and the instructor will join on Zoom. The webinar will include a range of the topics such as: \- Background \- Overleaf and LaTeX Basics \- Creating a new project \- Using Visual Editor \- Editing your project \- Sharing your project \- Adding Images and Tables \- Uploading a bibliography \- Fixing errors \- Sharing your project \- Submitting your project to a journalPresented by Tom Hejda, Lisa Delmonico Registration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5zqr9EggvxND24e

[Academic Advancement Programs (AAP)](https://academicsuccess.ucf.edu/aap/) invites you to this Pre-Health Thursday session featuring representatives from UCF's Athletic Training Program for a workshop that explores the dynamic and multifaceted field of athletic training.Discover the wide-ranging career paths available in this field--from professional sports and performing arts to military, industrial, and clinical settings. Learn how athletic trainers contribute across diverse environments, and explore the certifications and roles that extend far beyond the sidelines.After exploring the breadth of the profession, you'll get a brief overview of UCF's Athletic Training Program, including key admission requirements and academic expectations. The session will wrap up with an open Q&A, giving you the opportunity to engage directly with experts and clarify your next steps.Whether you're just beginning to explore healthcare careers or already considering athletic training, this workshop will expand your understanding and help you chart a purposeful path forward.*This workshop is designed for students in the Exploring stage.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1787789/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1787789/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP on Handshake.

Many of us have tried Generative AI (GenAI) like ChatGPT before, but what about using it in your "day job" at UCF? Where are the areas where GenAI can make us faster and more productive? We'll briefly review what GenAI is and how it works, then address its advantages and weaknesses. We will also touch on effective prompt engineering before turning to possible productivity gains.Outcomes - participants will be able to:Explain low large-language models of AI work, what their advantages are, and what their weaknesses are Log in to the only "safe" AI at UCF (copilot) Learn basic prompt engineering techniques List when to use AI (and when not to) Apply AI tools to make their everyday jobs faster, easier, better Explain how "co-creating" with AI works, and which tasks are better left to humans.Virtual Location URL: Register in Workday Zoom link will be sent to those who register. Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/d/inst/17815$929/rel-task/2997$10951.htmld#TABTASKID=2998%2440031 Registration Info: Register in Workday Zoom link will be sent to those who register.

"Lies, Fries, Chicken Thighs -- and the Silly Stuff People Still Believe About Supplements"Dive into the world of nutrition myths as we debunk much of the nonsense about protein, supplements, and the foods we eat. Discover how to make smarter choices in a marketplace full of hype and misinformation.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/9464149518?omn=98193571161

Say goodbye to slide overload! Learn how to design clean, accessible, and compelling slides that boost student learning. Explore different presentation tools and walk away with practical, ready-to-use design strategies.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[]=80455493

This session will provide practical strategies for minimizing costs, maximizing financial aid and managing expenses effectively throughout your law school journey. You'll learn about scholarships, grants and loan options, as well as tips for budgeting and saving money. Additionally, we'll discuss ways to reduce costs related to textbooks, housing and other essentials. Join us to gain valuable insights and tools to make your law school experience more affordable and financially sustainable, ensuring you can focus on your studies and career aspirations without the burden of excessive debt.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1762171/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1762171/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP on Handshake.

Join Ben Keene and Nandan Tandon of the Office of Research's Cyberinfrastructure Facilitation team as they discuss how the National Science Foundation's ACCESS program can provide you with free computational resources for your research. NSF has granted $52 million over five years to advanced computational resource providers, and has developed an ecosystem to assist and accelerate computational research. Watch this webinar to learn more about the ACCESS ecosystem, what resources they provide, and how their team can assist in onboarding UCF researchers to ACCESS resources. This event is not being recorded. Any materials provided by the presenter will be sent to all registrants by the end of the second business day after the conclusion of the event. Please email ResearchITEvents@ucf.edu to request access to the materials two business days after the completion of the event if you did not register.Presented by [Ben Keene](https://rci.research.ucf.edu/person/benjamin-keene/), [Nandan Tandon, Ph.D.](https://rci.research.ucf.edu/person/nandan-tandon/)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_72ihOsFGVOzwc0C Registration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_72ihOsFGVOzwc0C

This workshop will cover three core concepts essential to being successful as an undergraduate research student and is best suited for students currently involved in research or creative scholarship. The session will address communication, planning, and the role of feedback in a mentor-mentee relationship. Explore how these skills contribute to building your professional reputation and make an impact.Questions? Feel free to contact the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR@ ucf.edu)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/bYzSsM3tSyayneCDGt6Zwg Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1806710/share_preview Registration Info: Search for "Get Started In Research" on Handshake's Events. Register to secure your spot.

This session highlights time-saving strategies to locate sources for upcoming assignments, research projects and literature reviews.Learn how to navigate library website options, access peer reviewed journals and discipline-specific databases, common search strategies, and tips for maximizing Google Scholar.For additional information see [https://graduate.ucf.edu/thesis-and-dissertation](https://graduate.ucf.edu/thesis-and-dissertation/).Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/q4BdpN_8Qp-YyGFOCbAVhQ

Planning to take the GRE? This workshop breaks down what you need to know to tackle the test with confidence. Academic Advancement Programs (AAP) invites you to this Welcome Wednesday session featuring Dawn Lipker from ETS.We'll cover the structure of the GRE, what each section tests, and key strategies for maximizing your score. You'll learn how to build a personalized study plan, choose the right prep resources, and avoid common pitfalls. Whether you're just starting to think about the GRE or you're already deep into prep, this session will help you study smarter and feel more in control of the process.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1777716/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1777716/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP via Handshake.

Learn and develop techniques for professional collaborative work using the Git Flow workflow. In this hands-on workshop, we will cover working with remote repositories on GitHub () to push and pull code changes, submit pull requests, and merge branches for your projects using GitHub and the command line. Attendees should have experience creating repositories, making commits, and using GitHub prior to attending this workshop. The entry-level Git workshop, "Git Version Control for Beginners", will be held prior to the intermediate workshop during this semester. Check the Research Cyberinfrastructure events page () for availability of the basic course. To participate in the hands-on lab during the session, you will need to provide your own computer, and have Git () installed prior to the start of the session. If you will be attending using a UCF-managed computer, you may not have permissions to install the software yourself; please reach out to your IT team for assistance installing Git well in advance of the event, as the presenter will be unable to assist in installation or troubleshooting before or during the event. This event is not being recorded. Any materials provided by the presenter will be sent to all registrants by the end of the second business day after the conclusion of the event. Please email [ResearchITEvents@ucf.edu](mailto:ResearchITEvents@ucf.edu) to request access to the materials two business days after the completion of the event if you did not register. Presented by: Mark Durbin ()Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_51rvkLAWxlHaBJc Registration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_51rvkLAWxlHaBJc

How to Create Accessible PDFs introduces the basics of remediating PDF documents for accessibility. Learn how to tag content, set the correct reading order and address common barriers in PDFs. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete How to Create Accessible Documents - Microsoft Office beforehand to build foundational knowledge. A device with Adobe Acrobat is recommended but not required to follow along.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/95560075146?pwd=ipnpnBGV8iG0IaQNBGdBaCPkttLMdR.1 Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/learning/course/0092824c0cd91000d884a1bb9ee30000?type=9882927d138b100019b6a2df1a46018b Registration Info: Students: no registration required, use the Virtual location link provided. Faculty and Staff: register via Workday.

Curious about a career where communication transforms lives? Join representatives from UCF's communication sciences and disorders master's program for an inside look at the impactful world of speech-language pathology. Learn how SLPs make a difference across diverse settings, explore exciting career paths and get expert advice on navigating the graduate school application process. Perfect for pre-health students ready to turn their passion into purpose.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1762378/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1762378/share_preview Registration Info: Please RSVP on Handshake.

This session introduces UCF researchers to the fundamentals of building successful industry relationships, emphasizing the benefits for research and curriculum development. Participants will explore industry vernacular, decision-making processes, and learn when and how to leverage UCF's internal support systems to enhance collaboration. Registration Link: https://ucf.infoready4.com/#freeformCompetitionDetail/1985918

This interactive course explores the principles of a growth mindset--the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and effort. Participants will learn to identify fixed mindset patterns, develop strategies to foster resilience, embrace challenges and cultivate a culture of continuous improvement. Drawing from cutting-edge research and practical applications, this course empowers learners to unlock their full potential and drive personal and organizational growth.Virtual Location URL: Register in Workday. Zoom link will be sent to those who register. Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/email-universal/inst/15972$2665/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld Registration Info: Register in Workday. Zoom link will be sent to those who register.

Learning Labs are focused 30- to 60-minute sessions with a Talent Development team member designed to address your specific questions and challenges. Whether you're looking to deepen your skills, apply concepts from a recent course or navigate a workplace situation, these confidential sessions offer practical, one-on-one guidance tailored to your needs.Virtual Location URL: Zoom link will be sent to those who register. Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/email-universal/inst/15972$2674/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld Registration Info: Register in Workday. Zoom link will be sent to those who register.

This workshop is designed to equip you with the core fundamentals for programming in Python. Throughout this course, you will explore the core concepts of Python programming, focusing on variables, lists, loops, and conditional statements. We'll begin by demystifying the concept of variables, teaching you how to store and manipulate data effectively. From there, we'll delve into lists, uncovering how to organize and manipulate collections of data. As you progress, you'll master the art of control flow with loops and conditional statements. Learn how to automate repetitive tasks using loops and make your programs dynamically responsive with conditional statements. To participate in the hands-on lab during the session, you will need to provide your own computer with a web browser and a reliable internet connection. This event is not being recorded. Any materials provided by the presenter will be sent to all registrants by the end of the second business day after the conclusion of the event. Please email ResearchITEvents@ucf.edu to request access to the materials two business days after the completion of the event if you did not register.Presented by [John Aedo, Ph.D.](https://rci.research.ucf.edu/events/fall-2024-workshops-speakers/#john-aedo)Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bfGR8oltCSQmeDc Registration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bfGR8oltCSQmeDc

COST: $125 for the book and course materials. Prior to the session, please complete "Lesson 1" to fill out and submit an Inter-Departmental Transfer form for payment. IDT is due by the date indicated on the form. Payment is non-refundable and non-transferable.Based on the book StrengthsFinder 2.0 and the CliftonStrengths assessment, this session explores participants' top five talents and how they can be leveraged for personal and career growth, as well as to impact team productivity and development. In advance of the four-hour session, participants will receive a code to complete the online assessment. Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/email-universal/inst/15972$2614/rel-task/2998$26720.htmld Registration Info: This workshop is being held in person at University Tower, 12201 Research Parkway Orlando, Florida 32826. Cost :$125.00 for course materials and book.