2005 - The SDES Archive - University of Central Florida

Days and Knights of UCFA Student’s Guide to the First Year Experience 2004-2005

Student Development and Enrollment ServicesLINK – A First Year Experience ProgramYou will encounter many stressful issues as you progress through themonths ahead. Apart from the services provided by UCF andoutlined on the information pages of this calendar, the Division ofStudent Development and Enrollment Services created a programdirected toward freshman success. This program, called LINK (Learningand Interacting with New Knights), is specifically designed to help firstyearstudents cope with this stressful transition and succeed at UCF.You will have an opportunity to choose from a wide variety of programsand events offered by SDES that are targeted to address issues found inthe monthly descriptions of this calendar. You will receive points for everyprogram that you attend. The points earned can be used to bid on freeprizes at an auction at the end of each semester. The more programs youattend, the more points you receive, and the better your chances are ofwinning a prize at the end of the semester. Some of the prizes include onesemester of tuition and a computer. You will receive additionalinformation about LINK and the prize auction in the months ahead.You may be interested to know that the LINK program was developed fora specific purpose, which includes an intentional set of personaldevelopmentgoals or outcomes 1 to assist you during your transition toUCF. The LINK outcomes are presented below with their correspondingexplanations:Developing Competence Ability to cope effectively with and attain the skills to meetintellectual and interpersonal challenges.Developing Autonomy Capacity to carry on life activities and solve problems withoutconstant reassurance, assistance and external approval.Managing Emotions Awareness of and appropriate control of diverse emotional responses.Establishing Identity Realizing an accurate understanding of self as well as a positive,stable self-image.Mature Interpersonal Relationships Ability to develop safe, healthy and long-lasting relationships.Developing Purpose Clarifying and developing plans to reach educational, career andlife goals.Developing Integrity Articulating personal values and creating a consistent belief system.We look forward to your participation in the LINK program. Pleasecontact us if you would like additional information at 407.882.7005 orvisit: http://www.link.ucf.edu.1Chickering, Arthur W. and Linda Reisser. Education and Identity. 2nd ed. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 1993.

WelcomeThe start of the academic year is an exciting andchallenging time for you. Current relationships arechanging and new ones are forming. You will besettling into your new environment, adjusting to anacademic schedule, and having to find your wayaround the campus community.You may experience separation from family andhometown friends, and the need to find a supportsystem. You may wonder about how you will getalong with new roommates and professors. You willalso have the opportunity to interact with otherswho have beliefs and values different from your own.This is a critical time for making good decisions:how much you will study, whether or not you willbecome involved in co-curricular activities, or howmany hours a week you will spend with a part-timejob. It may seem that this is a lot for you to cope withso early in your college career, but research points outthat students make these types of decisions andestablish corresponding routines within the first twoweeks of classes. The good news is that there is aworld of positive possibilities open to you, along withmany staff and services at UCF to help you besuccessful.The best thing you can do to get off to a great startis to keep the lines of communication going, askquestions about activities, classes and newassociations, and get involved.UCF Facts: The Student Academic Resource Centerprovides over 80 Academic Success Workshopseach year on topics such as time management,goal setting, test taking, and final exampreparation.The Student Union averages over 22,000visitors entering the building each day.

August2004New BeginningsWhile the start of the new academic year is anexciting time, it is important to keep in mindthat many things will be changing. The followingsuggestions may help you as you adjust to UCF.1Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat2 34 567Make yourself aware of the numerousservices that UCF has available to make thetransition from high school to college lessintimidating.Make contact with your assigned academicadvisor during the first month to establish aproductive advisor-advisee relationship thatwill be invaluable to you throughout yourtenure at UCF.8Short TermAdvances Beginto Pay31Residence HallsOpen @ 11 a.m.MasteringCollege LevelCoursework,SARC15 161718 19202122 232425 262728RegistrationDeadlineChi Alpha BBQ& Volleyball,Swimming PoolPavilionSorority Bid Day,Greek Park29 30Women’s Soccervs. Dayton9 1011 121314FallClasses BeginPresident’s IceCream Social, MHHillelInformational, SUChi Alpha MondayNight Fire, SUClub Showcase, SUHillel FreshmenIce Cream SocialChi Alpha MondayNight Fire, SUSororityRecruitmentBegins, SUWesley Worship,Univ. CarillonUnited MethodistChurchWellnessWorkshop s, RWCMeditationSession, RWCClub Showcase, SUWesley Bar BQ,LK. Claire PavilionWellnessWorkshops, R WCChi Alpha Funin the Sun, RWCLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYCThroughout Fall:Ask the Dietitian,RWC (Tuesdays)Hip HopShowcase, MSC(Wednesdays)MasteringCollege LevelCoursework,SARCFor LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.eduWomen’s SoccerSeason BeginsFall LateRegistrationDeadline (5 p.m.)Last Dayfor Full RefundWelcome Expo, SUMasteringCollege LevelCoursework,SARCNew StudentConvocation,Arena, 4 p.m.LINK Luau, 6 p.m.Chi Alpha IceCream Social, SUMasteringCollege LevelCoursework SARCLast Day ofAdd/Drop by 5 p.m. Ultimate Frisbee/Dinner, CL1Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingPlease note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.University of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu

Getting ConnectedWith the month of September comes a time of trueadjustment to university life. You are nowresponsible for your own time management andmust begin to master your course load. This is also atime when you will begin to realize the scope andnature of your new freedoms and responsibilities.One of the difficulties for many students is missinghome. That is why it is so important to makeconnections right away.As much as this new freedom becomes a source ofchallenges, there is also excitement and promise.You will be constantly exposed to new ideas andpeople. Soon you will take pride in your independence,and learn the skills required to become selfsufficient,productive, and satisfied adults.UCF Facts: There are over 300 registered studentorganizations that are open to all UCF studentswith new clubs forming on a regular basis.In the fall 2003, the Student AcademicResource Center (SARC) provided tutoringassistance and Supplemental Instruction to over15,000 students.Late Knights is a monthly, alcohol alternativeprogram which provides free entertainment,food, and prizes to UCF students. The studentrun program has been in existence for two yearsand continues to be a campus favorite. Over9,200 students attended this program during the2003-04 academic year.

September2004Establishing Yourself at UCFYou should be starting to settle into your routineas a college student. This may or may not besomething that takes some adjustment. Hereare some helpful hints to keep you on a pathto success:Use the planner you received at Orientationto develop effective time management skillsand organize the day-to-day activities.Make contact with your academic advisor,who can help direct you to the appropriateresources that will aid you in developingeffective academic management skills.Advice on how to handle peer pressureconcerning alcohol abuse and other issuesthat first-year students may encounter can beobtained from the Campus Wellness Center.Advice on study skills can be obtained fromthe Student Academic Resource Center(SARC).Seek out your Resident Assistant (RA). YourRA can help you get involved and is aware ofthe numerous resources available to you at UCF.Please note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.51926Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri SatSept. - Oct. isHispanicAwareness Month,MulticulturalStudent Center(MSC)612 13NationalGrandparent’sDayWomen’s Soccervs. Air ForceHAM Picnic,Lake ClaireSelf DiscoveryKnights series,Sept. 13-27 onMondays,SULabor Day(No Classes)Choosing/ChangingMajors, CRCTime Management,SU20Self-Esteem inAfrican-AmericanWomen, SUSGA SenateElections,Sept. 27-29FYAE HonorsAdvising,Sept. 27-2827Getting What YouWant WithAssertiveness, SUThroughout Fall:SARCSupplementalInstructionSARC TutoringAvailable7FraternityRecruitmentKick-off, ArenaWellnessWorkshops, R WCMeditation SessionSARC AcademicWorkshop, SU14Knights of theRoundtable, SUFall Career ExpoSARC AcademicWorkshopSARC LearningFair, SU21MeditationSession, RWCSARC AcademicWorkshop, SUWellnessWorkshops, R WC28Stafford LoanDisbursedSARC AcademicWorkshop, SUMeditationSession, RWCWellnessWorkshop s, RWC1 Club 2 Aid Begins 3 Fee Payment 4Showcase, SUEstimated AidUpdatedLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYCSARC AcademicWorkshop, SU8 9 Volunteer Expo, 1011LINK AmazingRaceWomen’s Soccervs. USFLatin Rhythm SalsaLessons, BYC15 161718MSC Expo, SULatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYCHispanicAwareness MonthKickoff, ReflectingPond22 232425LINK Out-of-StateStudent SocialWhich Career isthe Best for You?CRCLatin Rhythm SalsaLesson, BYC29 FYAE LSP 30Advising, SUSARC AcademicWorkshop, SUMASS FreshmanSurvival Kit, SUDominoCompetition, SUto PayH.E.L.P.Movie Night, SUMeditationSession, RWCNutritionWorkshop, RWCSU, South PatioGoldenOpportunities KickOff Celebration,CRCMeditation SessionNutrition WorkshopMASS FallWelcome ProgramMeditationSession, RWCNutritionWorkshop, RWCWomen’s Soccervs. FAUMeditationSession, RWCNutritionWorkshop , RWCMeditationSession, RWCChoosing/ChangingMajors, CRCNutritionWorkshop, RWCWomen’s Soccervs. LipscombDeadline by5 p.m.CLASTRegistrationDeadlineSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDUWomen’sSoccer vs. TulaneInterVarsityBeach RetreatSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDUSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDUSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDUPachanga, SUMen’s & Women’sSoccer &Volleyball BeginFootball andVolleyball SeasonsBeginKnights @WisconsinLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingKnights vs.West VirginiaInterVarsityBeach RetreatLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingLate Knights9 p.m. - 2 a.m.Knights@ Penn StateLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingInterVarsity, SUAASU Weekend,MSCFor LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.eduUniversity of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu

Finding CommunityOctober is an exciting month at the University ofCentral Florida. Club and campus activities are infull swing, with Homecoming activities andcompetitions eagerly anticipated by everyone oncampus. Academic requirements are also at theforefront with midterm evaluations and projects.You may start to feel the stress of your initialacademic feedback from professors. You may beginto have doubts about your abilities and may beconfused as to why your current study and timemanagement skills are not working.Most students can manage difficulties by seekingassistance from friends, peer leaders such as RAs,and campus staff who provide helpful services. Theups and downs of college life are shared by manyand with help you can deal effectively with both.Hopefully, you have begun to truly have a sensethat you belong to the UCF Community.UCF Facts: Students who are involved in student activitieson campus at UCF make better grades, graduatesooner, meet more people, and have bettercollegiate experiences than those students whochoose not to be involved in student activities.UCF won the men’s and women’s 2003 AtlanticSun Conference All-Sports Trophy.All full-time faculty in the College of ComputerScience and Engineering hold a doctorate orterminal degree.

October2004Reality CheckOctober, among other important events at UCF, isthe time for midterm examinations. By this time,you have probably realized that indeed college isnot like high school.Be aware of the importance of havingeffective time management skills.If you have not already, contact youracademic advisor.Be aware of the impending class withdrawaldeadline. You are encouraged to contact youracademic advisor in order to properlywithdraw from any class. Withdrawing from aclass may have financial aid, NCAA and/orinternational VISA consequences.Plan to attend campus events, such asHomecoming, intramural activities, and UCFtheatrical performances. Generally, theseperformances are free with a valid UCFStudent ID card.The University Writing Center offers editingand other help for student papers.Please note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.DisabilityAwareness Month3 4561017Women’s Soccervs. JacksonvilleH.A.M. ClosingLuau, PegasusLanding Phase 32431Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri SatDiversity Week,Oct. 11-15Women’s Soccervs. Troy StateDaylightSaving Time EndsHalloweenSelf DiscoveryKnights series,Oct. 4-25on Mondays,SUSurviving inClose Quarters:Dealing withRoommates, SU11Spring RegistrationAppointmentsPostedFYAE AdvisingWeek,Oct. 11-15, PH18Which Career is theBest for You? CRCFacing the CollegeChallenge: What toexpect over thenext 4 years, SU25SpringRegistration byAppointmentBeginsWhat do you dowhen RomanceEnds?:RelationshipBreak-ups, SUCollegiate AlcoholAwareness WeekOct. 17-231219AASU CoffeeHouse, MSCKnights of theRoundtable, SUWellnessWorkshop s, RWCMeditationSession, RWCMASS SuccessWithout Stress, SU26132027Which Careeris the Best forYou? CRCSARC AcademicWorkshop, SULatin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingFYAE MegaMeditation SessionAdvising, SUFYAE FinancialWorkshop, SU Latin RhythmSARC Academic Salsa Lesson, BYCWorkshop, SUMeditationSession, RWCMASS GroupAdvising, SUSARC AcademicWorkshop, SUWellnessWorkshops, RWCCreating a Monster:Fright Make-upfor Amateurs, LIBMeditation SessionLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYCChoosing/ChangingMajors, CRCAcademic VillageAdvising, Herc.For LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.edu7De-Stressin’Session, R WCMASS GroupAdvising, SUMeditation SessionNutrition Workshop14Choosing/ChangingMajors, CRCMeditationSession, R WCNutritionWorkshop, RWC21MeditationSession, RWCNutritionWorkshop, RWC28AcademicVillage Advising,Herc. Prog. Cntr.1MASS TimeManagement, SUFYAE, LSPAdvising, SUSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDU8SwingKnights SwingLessons, EDUHispanic MovieKnight, AVSonburstConference,Fla. Mall Hotel,Oct. 8-101522FallWithdrawalDeadline by 5 p.m.Swing KnightsSwing LessonsFrankensteinExhibit, LibraryOct. 22 - Dec. 1029MASS GroupAdvising, SUHispanicAwareness MonthGala,Live OakSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDUSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDUKnight s @2 BuffaloCLAST TestWomen’s Soccervs. BelmontLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus Landing9Knights vs.Northern IllinoisLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus Landing16Knights vs.AkronFamily WeekendLate Knights9 p.m. - 2 a.m.Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus Landing23Knights @Miami OhioLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingMeditation SessionSARC AcademicIt Was a Dark and1974 YoungLatin RhythmWorkshop, SUStormy Night, LIBFrankenstein Nutrition WorkshopSalsa Lesson,Wellness Workshops Movie, UCF MallPegasus LandingUniversity of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu30Knights @MarshallHomecomingKickoff

Making ChoicesYou have many choices to make that relate directlyto your academic career. There is the choice ofclasses for the spring semester and whether or not tochange or declare your major. There are decisions tomake in terms of the best use of time for final papersand examinations. You also need to decide whetheror not you will maintain your current living androommate arrangements or seek something differentfor the spring.The good news is that Thanksgiving break is justaround the corner. You can catch up academicallyand get reconnected to your loved ones. This breakis a good time to rest and recharge.UCF Facts: The Friday before the Homecoming game isalways reserved for a pep rally at UCF’sReflecting Pond, where students descend intothe pond to demonstrate their school spirit.Knightro, the band, cheerleaders, athletes, anddancers come out to rally the crowd.Students can choose from more than 80 degreeprograms with over 100 minors.The UCF Library holds more than 1.4 millionprint volumes.UCF has study and research agreements with92 institutions in 38 countries.The Office of Student Involvement held over270 events during the past year with anestimated attendance of 133,000 (based on2003-04 data).U C FH o m e c o m i n g S p i r i t S p l a s h

Evaluating and PlanningCongratulations on completion of your firstsemester at UCF! After a semester of newexperiences, you might be looking forward toreturning home for an extended period, but maynot be anxious about returning to the structuredenvironment of parents and curfews. Aftereverything you have been through in your firstsemester, some of the anxiety may be about goinghome and seeing everyone who you knew beforeyou went to college. You may have changed andgrown, but wonder if those changes will beaccepted. You may be looking forward to seeing oldfriends and sad to be leaving new friends.Like every other month, there are many thingscompeting for your time. You must balance yourpreparations for final exams and papers withseasonal parties, religious observances, and serviceprojects intended to assist the needy during theholiday season. You may also want to spend asmuch time as possible with friends or a newsignificant other, since the impending break maycause a lengthy separation.December represents the time of the year when youwill be going home for the break and with thatcomes rest and reflection of the fall semester inorder to prepare for a successful spring semester.UCF Facts: Notable athletics alumni include women’ssoccer legend Michelle Akers, 2001 Pro Bowlquarterback Daunte Culpepper and 2001PGA Tour Byron Nelson Classic winnerRobert Damron.The film “The Blair Witch Project” waswritten, directed and produced by five UCFgraduates. It has made over $240 million andis one of the top-grossing independent filmsof all time.

December2004Final Exams and Semester BreakAs the semester starts to wind down and UCFheads into finals week, you have a prettyaccurate idea of whether or not your firstsemester will end successfully. Since this is yourfirst finals week in a university setting, beaware of university resources such as theStudent Academic Resource Center(S.A.R.C), the Math Center, and the WritingCenter that can help you prepare final projects,papers, and help you study for exams. This isalso the time to start getting ready to go homefor winter break.When you go home for the break, taketime to rest no matter what thecircumstances may be. If you did not do aswell as you expected, start to put togethera plan for the spring semester. Remember,it was your first semester and it takes timeto transition into college.5 67812Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri SatResidence HallsClose @ 12 p.m.Short TermAdvance AppsAvailable13For LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.eduKnights of theRoundtable, SU141 23415MAC FootballChampionshipGame9161017Grades Availableon POLARIS1118Fall ClassesEndDecade Dancefor Life* * * * * * Final Exams * * * * * *CommencementLINKFall AuctionWorld AIDS DayLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYC* * * SARC Open 24-Hours During Finals * * ** * * Multicultural Student Center Snack Knight * * *Keep in mind all of the resources at UCFthat are available to you as you get readyfor the next semester.19202122232425Christmas Day26272829 3031New Year's EvePlease note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.University of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu

ReconnectingComing back to UCF is a new and excitingchallenge for you. The new start enables you tocorrect previous errors or tweak existing strengthsto help you become an even better student andresident. You may get stressed over being separatedfrom home again, but hopefully you are excited toget back to life at UCF. You can continue yourcampus activities or even begin new ones. You maybegin to exercise to lose “holiday weight” or youmay even get sick from one of the many colds thatwill make its way around campus. It is exciting tosee many of the friends you have made again, but itis also time to get back into the study mindset.UCF Facts: UCF is the sixth largest employer inCentral Florida.REACH (Responsible Education and Actionfor Campus Health) provides peer counselingto students on a variety of health issues.Students from the College of Educationcontributed 17,774 hours of service to 112non-profit community organizations andarea schools.In 2001, SGA students formed theMulticultural Student Center (MSC) whichofficially opened in January 2002 as an SGAagency with five charter organizations:African American Student Union (AASU),Caribbean Student Association (CSA),Elements, Hispanic American StudentAssociation (HASA), and SANGAM (IndianStudent Association). The MSC is chargedwith increasing awareness of diversity andinclusiveness through student programs thateducate, enhance, and enlighten.

January2 005New SemesterJanuary signals the beginning of the spring term.Perhaps the “newness” of college has worn offand the everyday academic grind of going toclass has settled in.UCF’s Counseling Center has professionalcounselors who help students handle theeffects of stress. Their services are free toUCF students.The Student Health Center is an excellentresource for taking care of any health needs.Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri SatFor LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.eduCheerleadingNationalCompetition2 345Short TermAdvances Beginto PayThroughoutSpring:Ask the Dietitian,RWC (Tuesdays)Hip HopShowcase, MSC(Wednesdays)67Residence HallsOpen @ 1 p.m.1New Year's Day2005-2006FAFSA Available8If you are on academic probation, it will beimperative that you meet with an academicadvisor. There are many resources availableto you and even a specifically designedprogram to offer a variety of help thatinclude, the Strategies for Student Successcourse, academic workshops, and a WebCTadvising program.Please note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.916233010Spring ClassesBeginPresident’s IceCream Social,MH17Martin LutherKing, Jr. Day(No Classes)24ExternshipInfo Session, SUChoosing/ChangingMajors, CRC3111WellnessWorkshop s, RWC18ClubShowcase, SUExternship ProgramInfo Session, SUMeditationSession, RWCWellnessWorkshop s, RWC25MeditationWorkshop, RWCWellnessWorkshop s, RWCSpring InternshipFair, Arena12Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYC1926ClubShowcase, SUMartin Luther King,Jr. Celebration, SUEstimated AidUpdatedLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYCSpring CareerExpo, ArenaMASS ClassroomEtiquette, SULatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYC13NutritionWorkshop, RWC20ClubShowcase, SUAid Begins to PayMeditation SessionNutrition Workshop27Which Career is theBest for You? CRCMeditationSession, RWCNutritionWorkshop, RWC14Last Day of Add/Drop by 5 p.m.Spring LateRegistrationDeadline (5 p.m.)Last Dayfor Full Refund21Fee PaymentDeadline by 5 p.m.MASS SpringWelcome BackProgramSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDUUniversity of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu28Swing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDU15Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus Landing22Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingLate Knights9 p.m. - 2 a.m.29Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus Landing

Celebrating DiversityUCF celebrates Black History Month in February.Wide varieties of programs are offered and variousopportunities are created to recognize andacknowledge the numerous contributions AfricanAmericans have made to our nation and yourcampus culture at UCF. This, along with so manyother diversity-based programs, clubs andinitiatives, are continuous examples of UCF’scommitment to campus inclusiveness.This time of the academic year is also when you aresettling into the UCF routine of new friends, newgroups or organizations, more intense class work,and possibly work outside of your academic life.The overwhelming feeling of new buildings, newfaces, and new places has passed and you are swiftlytalking PIDs, NIDs, and GPA.As February draws to a close, there are excitingthings on the horizon for you like AlternativeSpring Break, spring break trips with friends, orvisits back home to see family and friends.UCF Facts: UCF student Ericka Dunlap was crowned MissAmerica 2004.UCF is committed to serving its ethnically andculturally diverse student population throughthe Office of Multicultural Academic andSupport Services. The office provides servicesand programs that promote student successand helps students establish a resourcenetwork to connect them to the university.The Student Union was ranked in the top fiveby the Association of College UnionsInternational for overall satisfaction,cleanliness, staff, and positive environment.

February2 005RoutinesFebruary, like September, is time to settle backinto the school routine. Classes persist inchallenging you. Old study habits may still not beworking, so you need to continue to develop newones. Start to make an action plan for the rest ofthe semester, because the end will be here beforeyou know it.Continue to be diligent for a few moreweeks – spring break is almost here.Be prepared for your midterm exams andyour large scale projects.Be on the lookout for the deadline if youwant to withdraw from a class.Now may be a good time to get a jump starton planning your summer: travel, work, andacademics.6 78913Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri SatBlack HistoryMonth,MulticulturalStudent CenterMen’s & Women’sTennis, Golf, CrossCountry SeasonsBeginSoftball, Rowing,Women’s Track &Field and BaseballSeasons BeginMASS GroupAdvising, SU14BodySmart Week,RWCMASS CareerPlanning, SUValentine's Day1MASS 7 Habitsof Highly EffectivePeople, SUKnights of theRoundtable, SUMeditation SessionWellnessWorkshops, RWCCareers in SciencePanel, SUMeditationSession, RWCWellnessWorkshops, R WC15MASS GroupAdvising, SUMeditationSession, RWCWellnessWorkshop s, RWC2 345LINK First YearScholar ReceptionBlack HIVAwareness DayLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYCChoosing/ChangingMajors, CRCLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYC16Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYCMeditationSession, RWCNutritionWorkshop, RWC10MeditationSession, R WCNutritionWorkshop, RWC17MeditationSession, R WCNutritionWorkshop, RWCExternshipProgramApplicationDeadline, CRCSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDU11Swing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDU18MASS Excellencein ActionSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDULatin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus Landing12Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus Landing19Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingLate Knights9 p.m. - 2 a.m.202721SGA PresidentialElections28Choosing/ChangingMajors, CRC22SGAPresidentialElectionsTechnical CareersPanel, SUMeditation SessionWellness Workshops23SGA PresidentialElectionsLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYCFor LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.edu24Which Career is theBest for You? CRCMeditation SessionNutrition Workshop* * * * * * Leadership Week * * * * * *25Swing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDU26Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingPlease note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.University of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu

Healthy ChoicesYou need to make academic decisions in terms offall classes and whether or not you plan to attendsummer school. Midterm exams are also starting atthis time. You need to determine the process forrenewing your scholarships and other types offinancial aid.Also, this is the time to start considering where youwill live in the fall and with whom. It is very likelythat you need to find off-campus housing, so do notwait until the last minute to find a place that bestfits your needs and budget.March is a very exciting time overall. Schoolactivities and beach weather are at their peaks.Remember to consider the long-term effects ofyour decisions.UCF Facts: While grades are important to job recruiters, soare leadership skills and experience. The bestway to acquire these skills and the experience isto become involved in student clubs andorganizations.Tyler Fisher was UCF’s first Rhodes Scholar.Fisher is one of 32 Americans who have beenselected to receive this prestigious scholarship.The Student Union hosts over 15,000 events ayear in 25 meeting rooms.13 organizations completed 3,896 hours and655 individuals logged over 6,858 hours ofservice learning/volunteerism with VolunteerUCF (based on 2003-04 data).

March2 005Beginning of the Home StretchMarch includes spring break as well as midtermsand is also the home stretch into the final fullmonth of the semester and final exams. You likelyhave many concerns that surface in March, suchas financial aid filing deadlines, summer and fallregistration, and scholarship applicationdeadlines.Do not forget to submit all required financialaid forms on time. If you do not submit theright documents on time, it can greatlyimpede the certification process for aid to beawarded for the upcoming academic year.Contact your academic advisor prior toregistering for classes to ensure you are onthe right track.613Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri SatDance Marathon,RWCHip Hop Week,MulticulturalStudent Center7141 FAFSA 234815Priority DateMeditationSession, R WCKnights of theRoundtable, SUWellnessWorkshops, RWCArts & SocialSciences CareerPanel, SUMeditationSession, RWCWellnessWorkshop s, RWCMASS GroupAdvising, SULatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYC9WellnessExpo ’05, RWCMajors Fair, SULatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYC16MeditationSession, RWCNutritionWorkshop, RWC10MeditationSession, RWCNutritionWorkshop, RWC171118WithdrawalDeadlineSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDUSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDU5Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingDance Marathon,RWC1219Attend the various Major and Career Exposhosted on campus.* * * * * SPRING BREAK * * * * *NO Classes20212223242526MeditationSession, RWCWellnessWorkshops, R WCLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson, BYCWhich Career is theBest for You? CRCMeditation SessionNutrition WorkshopSwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDULatin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus Landing2728SummerRegistration byAppointmentBeginsChoosing/ChangingMajors, CRC29 30Meditation Block It OutSession, RWC with a BeatWellness Latin RhythmWorkshop s, RWC Salsa Lesson, BYC31MeditationSession, RWCNutritionWorkshop, RWCFor LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.eduPlease note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.University of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu

Celebrating SuccessesCongratulations! You are well on your way tofinishing your first year at UCF! This is the finalstretch until summer! This means you should becompleting final papers and projects that are comingdue, as well as gearing up for final exams.Remember to prioritize your time in order toincorporate studying for exams as well as time tocomplete assignments. As a freshman, this time ofyear can be a stressful one. Registration for summerand/or fall should be completed to secure a courseschedule.Communication is critical this month because theacademic year is about to end.UCF Facts: The UCF Men’s Basketball Team finished the2003-04 season with 25 wins; the most winsever since becoming a Division I team.A 84,500 square-foot recreation center openedin January 2002, that includes a three-storycylindrical climbing wall, four basketball courtsand a 1/8 mile track.UCF offers over 30 different intramural sports.The most popular sports are flag football,basketball, soccer, floor hockey, volleyball,softball, and tennis.In the Florida Leader magazine 2004, UCF wasnamed Best Student Government, Best CollegeNewspaper, Best Homecoming and BestVolunteer Program.The University Testing Center administered20,347 tests in 2003-04.

April2005The Home StretchWhile you can celebrate surviving most of theyear, the final stretch is still to come! Finalpapers, last assignments, projects, and finalexams are about to begin. Below are sometips that you may want to use during thisstressful time.“Stay the course” as the semester draws toa close.Remember to start preparing for finalsbefore finals’ week begins. Do notprocrastinate – get papers and projectscompleted early.Seek advice from your academic advisor or acareer counselor if you have not chosen amajor or if you are unhappy with yourcurrent one.310Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri SatHASA Cultural ArtsCelebration, MSCDaylight SavingTime Begins411Fall Registrationby AppointmentBeginsCaribbean StudentAssociation(CSA) Week,MSC-TBD5Knights of theRoundtable, SUMeditationSession, RWCWellnessWorkshops, RWC12Which Career is theBest for You? CRCMeditationSession, RWCWellnessWorkshop s, RWC6Volunteer UCFAnnual AwardsBanquet, SUChoosing/ChangingMajors, CRCLINK SpringAuction13Founder’s DayHonorsConvocationFor LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.edu7Eternal Knights, SUNational AlcoholScreening DayMeditation SessionNutritionWorkshop, RWC14MeditationSession, R WCNutritionWorkshop, RWC1Swing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDU8Careers inBusiness Panel,CBASwing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDU15Swing KnightsSwing Lessons,EDU2Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus LandingLate Knights9 p.m. - 2 a.m.9SWAT 5K FunRun & Walk, RWCLatin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus Landing16Latin RhythmSalsa Lesson,Pegasus Landing17181920212223MeditationSession, RWCMeditationSession, RWC242526 27282930Please note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.Classes EndShort TermAdvance AppsAvailableMeditationSession, RWCMeditationSession, RWC* * * * Final Exams * * * ** * * SARC Open 24-Hours During Finals * * ** * * Multicultural Student Center Snack Knight * * *University of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu

New HorizonsMay marks the end of your first year at UCF. Youwill find out what spring semester grades youearned. If you declared a major you need to learnabout additional class requirements as well asinteract with new academic advisors in the collegeof your major.May is also a time for evaluation. You and thosewhom you trust should have a conversation aboutthe previous nine months. Did you accomplish yourpersonal and academic goals? Did you make thetypes of friends you wanted? Did you get involvedin the right amount of activities? Did you under orover estimate the costs associated with attendingUCF? If the answers to these or any other questionsare less than satisfactory, then you are encouragedto seek advice to get better results for next year.In the final analysis, your college experience isintense. It requires you to accomplish much in ashort amount of time with your own resources. Thefirst year helps you determine your strengths andweaknesses as they relate to the remaining years ofyour undergraduate study. Keep in mind that thestaff and student leaders within StudentDevelopment and Enrollment Services are availableto assist you achieve success. If you take theinitiative to use the resources offered, you can lookback on your first year with satisfaction and lookforward to the next year.UCF Facts: UCF is one of the top 80 schools in the countrythat enroll the largest number of NationalMerit Scholars.UCF has awarded over 105,000 degrees sinceits inception in 1968.

May2 005An Ending and a BeginningMay brings the same sense of exhilaration youexperienced in December. You may either bepleasantly satisfied and surprised with youraccomplishments, or face the reality of whetheror not you will be returning to UCF.If you have completed the first year at UCFsuccessfully, then take time to reflect on youraccomplishments. Take note of what workedfor you and realize the new fall term will soonbe here with new challenges.If you have been academically disqualified, itis important to discern what led to thedisqualification and seek the help necessaryto correct whatever conditions orcircumstances that led to the disqualification.Be sure to remember that you are not thesame person you were in August. Be preparedfor changes in your relationship with yourfamily and friends.1 23815Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri SatMother’s DayShortTerm AdvancesBegin to Pay* Final Exams ** * * SARC Open * * ** * * MSC Snack Knight * * *916Summer A, C & DClasses BeginResidence HallsClose @ 12 p.m.101741118512196* * * Commencement * * *StatewideJob Fair, Arena1320Last Day to Add/Drop for A, C & Dby 5 p.m.7Grades Availableon POLARIS142122232425262728Fees Due forSummer A, B,C & D2930 31Memorial Day(No Classes)MSC SummerWelcomeFor LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.eduPlease note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.University of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu

ReflectingSome of you are at UCF taking summer classes orone of the local community colleges. Some of youdecided to go home for the summer. Either way,summer is a time to reflect on your first year incollege. What did you learn about yourself? Whatdecisions did you get to make for yourself? Who didyou meet?Summer is also a time that can be tough, especiallyif you return home. You may find yourself missingfriends from UCF, noticing that the dynamics ofhome have changed since high school, or you mightjust find yourself bored without school to occupyyour time. Go out and find yourself a great summerjob, or get involved in your community in someother way.Whatever your plans, June is a great time to think.Use this month to prepare yourself mentally for theupcoming year, and to think about the past year.UCF Facts: The Management Information SystemsDepartment ranked tenth in the country inresearch productivity, ahead of HarvardUniversity and Stanford University.Student Health Services introduced a newservice called 24/7 WebMed, an online systemthat provides advice regarding health care.Student Health Services was also granted reaccreditationby the Accreditation Associationfor Ambulatory Health Care.

June2 005CommunicateTake time this summer to reconnect withyour family. Tell them about yourexperiences at school.Keep in contact with friends from school.Communicate your pride in UCF to friendsand family back home. Wear black and goldwhenever you can!5Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat6718923Last Day toWithdraw fromSummer AClasses by 5 p.m.104111213141516171819202122232425Father's DaySummer AClasses End2627Summer BClasses Begin28 2930For LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.eduPlease note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.University of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu

PreparingNow is the time to prepare for the fall semester atUCF. Create a plan for your return to UCF.Consider what worked well last year and integratethose strategies into a plan for fall. Also, examinethose things that did not go well last year (perhapsstudy skills, financial issues, relationships, orothers). Consider asking advice from your mentorsabout how you might improve in these areas. Afterall, most of the challenges ahead are the same onesthat were faced last year. By examining what doesnot work, perhaps you can devise strategies thatwill work. Remember there are many studentservices available on campus that can assist withexploring and resolving these and other issues. Planto succeed and you will do just that!UCF Facts: The Rosen College of Hospitality Managementopened for classes on January 5, 2004 onUniversal Boulevard near International Drive,the heart of one of the world’s top destinationsfor tourists and conventions.Over 8,000 students live in either our oncampus,affiliated or Greek Park housingcommunities. The newest facilities aredesigned as academic villages and include arecreational facility, eateries, shops,community areas and academic study centers.All UCF residence facilities on campus arenetworked and provide access to the Internet.UCF is the only university in the Florida StateUniversity System that offers a B.S. inInformation Technology.

July2 005Create a Master PlanPrepare for another great year by making aplan.Look at last year, identify problems anddiscuss solutions – add to the plan.Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri SatFor LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.edu12Establish a budget and examine what mayneed to be changed.Discuss any new living arrangements andthe potential impact on your studies.Establish academic goals for the upcomingyear.34IndependenceDay(No Classes)56789Consider the importance of balance (school,work and recreation), and how timemanagement can help.Contact Student Development andEnrollment Services for specific resourcesavailable on campus at 407.823.2821 or seeHelpful Resources (inside back page of thecalendar).10171118121913201421152216Summer DClasses End232425262728293031Please note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.University of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu

ReturningThe excitement of the fall semester at UCF willonce again provide a backdrop for new experiencesand opportunities for you to continue to grow as anindependent young adult. Challenges are similar tolast year as new relationships are forming and careerchoices are identified. You may still find it difficultto settle on a career path and feel somewhatanxious that you don’t appear to be makingprogress. If this is the case, seek advice from theCareer Resource Center for help in determiningthe best major for you.UCF Facts: UCF’s logo is the Pegasus. In Greek mythology,the Pegasus was the winged horse of the Muses.The Pegasus carried their hopes, aspirationsand poetry into the skies.The Central Florida Future was recognized asthe best college newspaper of its size andtype in the country by the AssociatedCollegiate Press.Over 3,000 students are involved in 41fraternities and sororities. Greek Park contains12 fraternity and sorority houses worth morethan $8 million in real estate development.UCF’s total enrollment for 2003-04was 42,155.

August2005Listen and LearnSeek new opportunities for growthexperiences.Search for the best career path by listeningto others and taking advantage of campusresources.Sun Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri SatFor LINKPrograms, visit:www.link.ucf.edu12 345Summer B & CClasses End6CommencementLook for supplementary academic pursuitssuch as Study Abroad or internships inyour field.78910111213Communicate with family and friends.Enhance your college experience as much aspossible by staying involved in activities oncampus even if you live off campus.14151617181920Look at part-time employment as a way foryou to gain additional independence andvaluable work skills.Pat yourselves on the back – YOU have earned it!21222324252627FallClasses BeginFall Add/DropDeadline by5 p.m.Fall LateRegistrationDeadline (5 p.m.)282930 31Please note: dates are subject to change.Refer to Helpful Resources in back for abbreviations.University of Central Florida • 407.823.2000 • http://www.ucf.edu

Helpful ResourcesStudent Development and Enrollment Services407.823.2821 • http://www.sdes.ucf.eduAcademic Development and Retention(ADR)407.823.2691www.adr.sdes.ucf.eduAdministrative Services407.823.3167www.admin.sdes.ucf.eduCampus Life407.823.2626www.campuslife.sdes.ucf.eduUndergraduate Admissions407.823.3000www.admissions.sdes.ucf.eduAcademic Services for Student-Athletes(ASSA)407.823.5895www.assa.sdes.ucf.eduActivity and Service Fee Business Office407.823.5548www.asfbusinessoffice.ucf.eduAlcohol and Other Drug Programming(A&OD)407.823.0879Assessment and Planning407.823.2628www.assess.sdes.ucf.eduCampus Faiths and Ministries407.823.4293www.ucm.sdes.ucf.eduCareer Resource Center (CRC)407.823.2361www.crc.sdes.ucf.eduCounseling Center407.823.2811www.counseling.sdes.ucf.eduCreative School for Children (CSC)407.823.2726www.csc.sdes.ucf.eduDispute Resolution Services (DRS)407.823.3477www.drs.sdes.ucf.eduEastern Region Campus Life386.506.4024www.regionalcampuses.ucf.edu/daytonabeach/campuslife.htmFirst Year Advising and Exploration (FYAE)407.823.3789www.firstyear.sdes.ucf.eduFirst Year Transitions (FYT)407.823.2137www.fyt.sdes.ucf.eduFlorida Foundation for Future Scientists(FFFS)407.823.4347www.fffs.ucf.eduGreek Affairs (GA)407.823.2824www.greeklife.sdes.ucf.eduHousing and Residence Life407.823.4663www.housing.ucf.eduLEAD Scholars Program (LSP)407.823.2223www.lead.sdes.ucf.eduLINK First Year Experience407.882.7005www.link.ucf.eduMulticultural Academic and SupportServices (MASS)407.823.2716www.mass.sdes.ucf.eduNational Consortium for Academics andSports (NCAS) – Southern Region407.823.5243www.ncas.sdes.ucf.eduOff-Campus Student Services (OCSS)407.823.6505www.housing.ucf.edu/ocsrcOffice of Student Involvement (OSI)407.823.6471www.osi.sdes.ucf.eduOrientation Services407.823.5105www.orientation.sdes.ucf.eduREACH Peer Health Education Program407.823.5457Recreation and Wellness Center (RWC)407.823.2408www.rec.ucf.eduRegistrar’s Office (RO)407.823.3100registrar.ucf.eduRosen College of Hospitality ManagementCampus Life407.903.8072Southern Region Campus Life321.632.1111www.regionalcampuses.ucf.edu/cocoa/campuslife.htmStudent Academic Resource Center (SARC)407.823.5130www.sarc.sdes.ucf.eduStudent Conduct407.823.2851www.osc.sdes.ucf.eduStudent Disability Services (SDS)407.823.2371www.sds.sdes.ucf.eduStudent Financial Assistance (SFA)407.823.2827finaid.ucf.eduStudent Government Association(SGA)407.823.2191www.sga.ucf.eduStudent Health Services (SHS)407.823.2701www.shs.ucf.eduStudent Leadership Programs (SLP)407.882.0152www.slp.sdes.ucf.eduStudent Legal Services (SLS)407.823.2538www.stulegal.sdes.ucf.eduStudent Outreach Programs (SOP)407.823.5580www.reachout.sdes.ucf.eduStudent Rights and Responsibilities(OSRR)407.823.6960www.osrr.sdes.ucf.eduStudent Union (SU)407.823.0001www.studentunion.ucf.eduTransfer Services407.823.2231www.transfer.sdes.ucf.eduUniversity Testing Center (UTC)407.823.5109www.sarc.sdes.ucf.eduVeteran Services (Registrar’s Office)407.823.2707www.va.sdes.ucf.edu

Live and Learn – Stay ConnectedEvery stage of your journey to adulthood presents different challenges. Now, as youbegin this new journey in college, it is important to understand the impact it willhave on the rest of your life.Are you ready to assume every aspect of adult decision-making alone? Do you havethe organizational, time-management and study skills needed to succeed in yourcritical first year?The cultural, social and just plain do-your-own-laundry impact of going to collegecan stretch even the most talented student’s ability to make smart choices and balance time wisely. Join with us andstay informed and involved. The Student Development and Enrollment Services division of the University of CentralFlorida provides a deep and progressive range of professional services and staff dedicated full-time to ensuring yoursuccess at UCF. Through multiple departments and offices, there are solutions, answers, support, guidance and everyvariety of personal assistance.We can help you stay connected as you enter this new, fast-paced environment. If you have questions, we can answerthem. If you have concerns, we can address them. This calendar is a good place to visit often. Together, we can ensurea successful first year for you, academically as well as personally.The Division of Student Development and Enrollment Services wishes to acknowledge the efforts of the SDES Student Calendar Committee in the content anddevelopment of the Days and Knights of UCF. The committee members are: Ronald Atwell, Shannon Brandt, Melissa Kohn, Rebecca Morales, Jeff Novak ,Judy Pardo, David Pavlonnis, Suzette Ricketts, Joe Ritchie, Carey Stanley and Triscia Panarello.