At Transfer Touchdown, students will be able to drop by and meet with one of our in-house academic success coaches to ensure a smooth first week! Knightro will also make an appearance to encourage a strong start from our students. Registration Link: https://linktr.ee/ucftransfercenter

May 13-14, 2025The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present a Machine Learning and Big Data workshop.This workshop will focus on topics including big data analytics and machine learning with Spark, and deep learning using Tensorflow.This will be an IN PERSON event hosted by various satellite sites, there WILL NOT be a direct to desktop option for this event. Tentative AgendaTuesday, May 13 All times given are Eastern11:00 Welcome 11:25 A Brief History of Big Data 12:20 Intro to Spark 1:00 Lunch break 2:00 More Spark and Exercises 3:00 Intro to Machine Learning 5:00 AdjournWednesday, May 14 All times given are Eastern11:00 Machine Learning: Recommender System with Spark 1:00 Lunch break 2:00 Deep Learning with Tensorflow 5:00 Tying it All Together 5:30 Adjourn Registration Link: https://support.access-ci.org/events/7939

Elevate your teaching with 360 content creation! Play with the FMC's Insta360 cameras and use platforms like ThingLink to create virtual tours or other learning experiences that can immerse students into the subject matter. Become familiar with the production process with the guidance of the FMC team.This workshop is limited to UCF Faculty and GTA's.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!Virtual Location URL: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=55130751 Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=55130751

May 13-14, 2025The Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center is pleased to present a Machine Learning and Big Data workshop.This workshop will focus on topics including big data analytics and machine learning with Spark, and deep learning using Tensorflow.This will be an IN PERSON event hosted by various satellite sites, there WILL NOT be a direct to desktop option for this event. Tentative AgendaTuesday, May 13 All times given are Eastern11:00 Welcome 11:25 A Brief History of Big Data 12:20 Intro to Spark 1:00 Lunch break 2:00 More Spark and Exercises 3:00 Intro to Machine Learning 5:00 AdjournWednesday, May 14 All times given are Eastern11:00 Machine Learning: Recommender System with Spark 1:00 Lunch break 2:00 Deep Learning with Tensorflow 5:00 Tying it All Together 5:30 Adjourn Registration Link: https://support.access-ci.org/events/7939

This session is designed for users who have some familiarity with Pressbooks and are ready to create more engaging learning materials Attendees will learn how to design and create formative assessments and other interactive elements (via H5P), add opportunities for social annotation (via Hypothesis), display mathematical & scientific notation, load Pressbooks content into courses taught within a Learning Management System, and send grades to the LMS gradebook (via Pressbooks Results).Users who attend this session will be able to:* Choose and create appropriate interactive quizzes (with H5P) * Configure a chapter for grading * Bring graded content into an LMS course and use autograding features (with PB Results) * Activate and use digital annotation tools (with Hypothesis) * Create and display mathematical & scientific notation (with LaTeX or MathML)This virtual webinar will be hosted by Pressbooks. All UCF faculty have access to Pressbooks. To learn more and access Pressbooks, visit: .Register for your session:* May 15 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT - [Register](https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ODY22onJRXqdL4fsX2pACQ) * June 18 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT - [Register](https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/CdqH4swaRmiyc6mjIjxa3Q)Virtual Location URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/ODY22onJRXqdL4fsX2pACQ Registration Link: https://pressbooks.com/webinars/

This session is designed for users who have some familiarity with Pressbooks and who want to learn how to publish and prepare their book for distribution.Users who attend this session will be able to:* Customize theme options and apply Custom CSS * Explore and apply a theme * Add contributors and other metadata to their book * Understand how they can perform pre-publication checks for quality (accessibility, etc) * Publish their book content in full or in part * Create & share PDF and EPUB exportsThis virtual webinar will be hosted by Pressbooks. All UCF faculty have access to Pressbooks. To learn more and access Pressbooks, visit: .Register for your session:* April 24 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT - [Register](https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/d2gFqlz-S0ahAXr8m-em5g) * May 20 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EDT - [Register](https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/MrJJH-ubQbeVzHFDu9MRAw) * June 25 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT - [Register](https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/L2szpvffTti6JBp6mfqJkw)Virtual Location URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/MrJJH-ubQbeVzHFDu9MRAw Registration Link: https://pressbooks.com/webinars/

Maximize your online teaching success with Webcourses@UCF Support! This Spring, we're thrilled to offer expert technical support through our convenient Open Labs, held on the third Wednesday of each month from 10am to 1pm at the Digital Learning Center, Room 217. Just bring your own device and tap into our wealth of knowledge and resources. Need access to a computer? Simply contact Webcourses@UCF Support ahead of time, and we'll make arrangements for you.Can't make it to the Open Lab during these hours? No problem! You can also schedule a personalized one-on-one session with our team through Zoom screen-sharing or by booking an appointment at either the DLC in Research Park or the Faculty Multimedia Center in CB1. Simply call 407-823-0407 to arrange your session today.Please note, Open Labs are exclusively available to UCF Faculty, Staff and GTAs.

Hungry for success?[?] Join us for a lively LUNCH AND LEARN session where Academic Advancement Programs will help you whip up a winning [Action Plan](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Z7SiyRo-RgsvuYSU6oEPGnJitSo-F5Yv?usp=drive_link) for your advanced degree applications. This interactive working session is designed to equip you with the tools and confidence to ace your applications.What's Cooking:Step-by-Step Guidance: Get expert tips on crafting a standout [Action Plan](https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Z7SiyRo-RgsvuYSU6oEPGnJitSo-F5Yv?usp=drive_link).Hands-On Working Session: Roll up your sleeves and work alongside peers and AAP staff to perfect your plan.Application Prep Tips: Discover insider strategies to make your applications shine.Networking Fun: Connect with fellow attendees and expand your academic network.Interactive Q&A: Have your burning questions answered by our experienced team.Bring your appetite and your ambition and leave with a solid plan to achieve your academic dreams. We can't wait to see you there and help you take the next big step in your advanced degree journey Suggested to download the Action Plan in a Word document Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1729397/share_preview Registration Info: Food will be served. Please RSVP on Handshake!

Explore ThingLink's scenario-based learning tool to create immersive role-playing activities, escape rooms, decision trees, and more! Follow along with a live demo for creating these scenarios and syncing them to your Webcourses@UCF grade book.This workshop is limited to UCF faculty, staff, and GTA's.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!Virtual Location URL: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=71561970 Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=71561970

The Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, the Division of Digital Learning, and the UCF Libraries at the University of Central Florida have partnered to present the 3rd annual Teaching and Learning with AI conference. Join others from around the world to discuss the impact of artificial intelligence on teaching and learning in colleges and universities.This event is open to educational practitioners in colleges and universities from around the U.S. and world.The Teaching & Learning with AI conference aims to discuss how to use AI tools effectively in instruction and support. By joining this conversation, you can help shape the impact of artificial intelligence in both teaching and learning. About the conference: Registration Link: https://digitallearning.ucf.edu/teachwithai/registration/

This introductory course is designed for individuals and organizations looking to enhance the accessibility of their digital content. "Digital Accessibility 101: Self-evaluating for beginners" will guide you through the fundamentals of digital accessibility, including the principles of inclusive design and the basics of WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). Participants will learn how to perform basic evaluations on websites, documents, and multimedia to identify and address common accessibility issues. By the end of this course, you'll be equipped with practical tools and strategies to ensure your digital content is accessible to everyone, including people with disabilities. No prior experience is required -- just a commitment to making the digital world more accessible.Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/95625581492?pwd=tQ40XFpqIbsPJy8pR1U8jOzMXN9FQB.1 Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/learning/course/75118ff519711000b9e64e4543160000?type=9882927d138b100019b6a2df1a46018b Registration Info: Students: no registration required, use the Virtual location link provided. Faculty and Staff: register via Workday.

Ready to shine with Academic Advancement Programs? Join us for an exciting session where you'll discover how our programs, services, and community can help you feel a true sense of Belonging, Engagement, Achievement, and Meaning (BEAM) at UCF.What's in Store:* Explore AAP Programs: Dive into our diverse programs designed just for you. * Unlock Services: Uncover the support and resources available to boost your journey to graduate or professional school. * Get Connected: Learn how to become an active part of the AAP family. * Interactive Q&A: Get your questions answered by our friendly and knowledgeable team.RSVP today! Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1729282/share_preview Registration Info: Please register through your Handshake account.

Video content has become an essential part of modern education, but creating videos that are both engaging and visually appealing is an art form that incorporates basic production principles. From scripting and storyboarding to lighting, framing and editing techniques, this 90-minute informative session will equip you with the skills to produce videos that keep your students hooked and ensure maximum knowledge retention.This workshop is limited to UCF Faculty and GTA's.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!Virtual Location URL: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=55129500 Registration Link: https://app.acuityscheduling.com/schedule/38ac1755/?appointmentTypeIds[]=55129500

Staying Anchored, Soaring Higher is a workshop aimed at helping students get grounded at UCF and to charge on to new heights! This workshop, Managing Stress with CAPS, will educate students on various stress management skills as they approach Midterms. Registration Link: https://linktr.ee/ucftransfercenter

A vital part of creating an inclusive digital environment is ensuring that all documents are created in an accessible manner. This training will cover the core components of creating an accessible document, primarily in Microsoft Office, and will include a hands-on demonstration of the remediation of an inaccessible document. Please note that participants should bring a device with Microsoft Office installed to this training.Questions? Please contact digitalaccessibility@ucf.eduVirtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/96510788499?pwd=ttelKyFaxOvci98JmGSZv1XwQGM2mR.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.

Ready to explore graduate and professional school but not sure where to start? Whether you're considering a master's, PhD, law school, medical school or another advanced degree, this interactive workshop will guide you through the essentials of graduate and professional education. Through hands-on activities and practical exercises, you'll gain a clear understanding of what these programs entail, how they differ, and whether they align with your personal and career goals.In this workshop, you will:* Break down the types of graduate and professional programs available. * Identify the key benefits of pursuing advanced degrees. * Work through exercises that help you evaluate your readiness for graduate or professional school. * Learn how to navigate the application process and what makes a strong application. * Reflect on your goals and how graduate or professional school could fit into your future.By the end of this workshop, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of graduate versus professional school options and a better sense of whether it's the right path for you. Come ready to explore, plan, and gain actionable insights that will set you up for success in your next academic or professional chapter!Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1729416/share_preview Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1729416/share_preview Registration Info: Please register through your Handshake account.

Maximize your undergraduate experience at UCF by participating in the Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program. Join us to learn more.About this eventThe Honors Undergraduate Thesis (HUT) program allows juniors and seniors from all disciplines to engage in original and independent research as principal investigators. Over the course of two to four semesters, students work closely with a faculty committee to research, write, defend, and publish an original thesis that serves as an honors capstone product of their undergraduate career. This thesis is published through the university library and is available to researchers worldwide through electronic databases.These information sessions cover the Honors Thesis eligibility requirements, program benefits, and an overview of the steps to complete an Honors Undergraduate thesis/creative project. During these sessions students learn about the process, benefits, ask questions, and fill out the Honors Thesis eligibility form to get started in pursuing original and independent research.RSVP is required at least two hours before the start time. The Zoom link and information will be sent to your UCF email account upon registering.ImportantSign-in using your UCF SSO Zoom account (with your full name and official UCF email) before opening the link for the meeting so your attendance can be recorded, and a follow-up email can be sent to your email account.Questions?Email HonorsResearch@ucf.edu.We hope to see you there!Virtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/GgLXZgmXSC2hG_8-uKMnqg Registration Link: https://ucf.zoom.us/meeting/register/GgLXZgmXSC2hG_8-uKMnqg Registration Info: Registration is required to receive the Zoom info.

This training will cover the basics of the remediation of PDF documents for accessibility, including tagging content and establishing reading order. Participants are strongly encouraged to complete Document Accessibility to gain an understanding of the components of an accessible document before enrolling in PDF Accessibility. Please note that participants are encouraged, but not required, to bring a device with Adobe Acrobat installed to this training.Questions? Please contact digitalaccessibility@ucf.eduVirtual Location URL: https://ucf.zoom.us/j/91474320394?pwd=ZjxUaUamghZweAEhbHKDrLNMdsL8qA.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.

Join us for an engaging LUNCH AND LEARN session designed to help you become a competitive applicant for graduate and professional schools. This workshop will provide you with valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance your application process.What You'll Gain:* Expert Advice: Learn from experienced staff about what makes a strong application. * Application Strategies: Discover tips and techniques to highlight your strengths and stand out. * Interactive Session: Participate in hands-on activities to refine your application materials. * Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers and build a supportive community. * Q&A: Get your questions answered by our knowledgeable team.Bring your appetite and your questions and leave with the confidence and tools to succeed in your application journey. We look forward to helping you achieve your academic and professional goals! Registration Link: https://ucf.joinhandshake.com/events/1729425/share_preview Registration Info: Please register through your Handshake account.

This session is designed for users who are new to Pressbooks and covers several introductory topics.Users who attend this session will be able to:* Find and clone openly licensed content from the PB Directory * Find and use appropriate support resources * Create a new book * Bring in content from Pressbooks and Word documents * Create & organize new parts & chapters * Add basic content to their book (textboxes/headings, footnotes, glossary terms, images, video) * Preview changes before publishing and view/restore revision history * Add collaborators to their book with appropriate rolesThis virtual webinar will be hosted by Pressbooks. All UCF faculty have access to Pressbooks. To learn more and access Pressbooks, visit: .Register for your session:* May 7 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm EDT - [Register](https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/YwwbXB-bSYCX_s7LrGyhgg) * June 12 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT - [Register](https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/n1d_TTsnTx-_wfUJ3vL3gQ)Virtual Location URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/n1d_TTsnTx-_wfUJ3vL3gQ Registration Link: https://pressbooks.com/webinars/