What does "branding" really mean -- and why does it matter for both businesses and people? In this engaging talk, Julie Kostic, founder of JK Creative, shares her journey from designer to entrepreneur, weaving real-world lessons on the power of branding in business and life. Julie will break down what branding truly is (hint: it's not just a logo) through relatable stories. Along the way, she'll share the branding principles that shaped her career, from agency life to launching an award-winning design studio that has partnered with clients like Under Armour, American Cancer Society and Adirondack Mountain Club.Students and entrepreneurs alike will walk away with practical insights they can apply immediately: how to recognize the brand you're already building, how to position yourself or your company to stand out, and how reputation and consistency create long-term value. Whether you're launching a startup, preparing for internships or looking to define your professional path, this session will challenge you to think differently about branding and inspire you to start making your mark. Registration Link: https://ucf.startuptree.co/event/s/QZcpyur4odWNEasrxUziZs/Designer-to-Founder%253A-The-Power-of-Branding-in-Business-and-Life

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.

Emotional Intelligence for Individual/Team Insights is designed to enhance emotional intelligence (EI) at both individual and team levels. Participants will explore the core components of EI, including self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy and social skills. Through interactive activities, case studies and reflective exercises, learners will gain insights into their own emotional strengths and areas for development.Virtual Location URL: Zoom link will be sent to those who register. Registration Link: https://www.myworkday.com/ucf/email-universal/inst/17815$788/rel-task/2997$10951.htmld Registration Info: Zoom link will be sent to those who register.

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

Julia is a new language specifically designed to be fast and replace Matlab, R and Python. Julia behaves like an interpreted language but is just in time compiled to maximize performance, sometimes exceeding the speed of C and C++. This session will give an overview of basic julia features and demonstrate some of its capabilities.Presented by Steven DickVirtual Location URL: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3dQJQZ37dclBTOC Registration Link: https://ucf.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3dQJQZ37dclBTOC