Southern Region

Main Numbers

Cocoa:

(321) 433-7821

Palm Bay:

(321) 433-7838

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Generosity from Brevard Community College

Brevard Community College provided new desks in the Joint-Use Open Lab 184 and

Teaching Lab 187 at the UCF Cocoa Computer Labs. Thanks to their generosity when

the labs reopen on the first day of UCF classes, Monday, August 24, both labs will boast a

new look. Open Lab 184 has gained a more open and brighter appearance; the new ta-

bles with a drop down front allow for improved visibility of the projection screen in the

front of Teaching Lab 187 which should meet with approval from students. All those

who use and maintain the labs wish to thank BCC for their generous gift.

Cocoa August Birthdays:

Rebecca Shillings, Terry Exum,

Darlene Kraft, Jim Smith, and

INSIDE THIS EDITION:

Provost’s Update 2

Faculty Staff

Achievements 3

Community

Involvement 4

The Good Samaritan 4

Retirement Party 5

Student

Opportunities

6

Students

In The News 6

College of Nursing 6

College of Nursing 7

Student Services 8

SGA Events 9

Teaching Lab 187

Joint Use Open Lab 184

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Please welcome the Provost’s Update on the Budget

U C F S O U T H E R N R E G I O N

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On July 23, the UCF Board of Trustees approved a

proposal that will save the university about $8 million

through cuts to academic and administrative budgets. The

action was in response to $77.2 million in state budget cuts

UCF has endured since July 2007.

Please visit the Budget Resource Center for more

information about the four program deletions, one

program suspension, and administrative budget cut. We

also welcome your feedback (click here).

The severity of the economic crisis led to this decision, for

this is not a path anyone would choose for our university.

I know I speak for the entire UCF community by saying

our best wishes are with the students and faculty and staff

members affected.

We are working with affected students to help them

complete their degrees. Affected faculty and staff members

will remain with UCF until at least the end of spring 2010,

and some may be asked to stay longer to help students

complete their work.

Additionally, area community colleges have expressed an

interest in offering the programs that UCF will phase out.

We will work closely with the community colleges to help

ensure a smooth transition for students.

The Future

The federal stimulus money we are receiving disappears at

the start of the 2011-12 fiscal year. The Board-approved

academic and administrative cuts will result in about $8

million in savings, meaning our budget deficit on July 1,

2011, is projected to be about $9 million.

This scenario assumes no further state budget cuts. Should

additional cuts occur, which some believe is likely, the

2011 deficit quickly worsens.

The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities recently

released a report on the “unprecedented” budget problems

states face in the future. I encourage you to read it here

( New Fiscal Year Brings No Relief From Unprecedented

State Budget Problems ).

In light of the projected 2011 deficit, the Board asked

UCF to examine ways we can reduce that deficit and

prepare for possible further state cuts. I will communicate

regularly about our progress, and I pledge a continued

open discussion about our budget issues.

Academic Success

Despite these cuts, we have continued to attract the best

and brightest students, conduct groundbreaking research,

and provide positive economic and social benefits to our

community.

For example, Nursing professor Mary Lou Sole recently

was one of only three national recipients of the Flame of

Excellence Award from the American Association of

Critical-Care Nurses. The award honors high-level

achievers whose contributions have advanced the field of

acute and critical care nursing.

And Gov. Charlie Crist visited our Center for Emerging

Media in July to see the state-of-the-art facilities and

several student-made video games.

Though these are difficult economic times, UCF continues

to shine. That is due to your efforts, and I thank you for

your continued dedication to our students and our

university.

Sincerely,

Terry L. Hickey, Ph.D.

Provost and Executive Vice President

For questions and comments, please click here.

Update August 5, 2009

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Faculty & Staff Achievements Connie Allgood, program assistant for Business Services,

graduated on August 8th Summa Cum Laude with a

Bachelors of Science in Psychology.

Angel Edgecombe, Dr. Denise Young and Dr. Donna Malvey

attended the Regional Campus Advisory Board Directory

held in Cocoa on July 31st.

A paper co-authored by Nicholson School of Communication

professor Jim Katt was presented at the annual conference of

the American Educational Research Association (AERA) in

San Diego. The paper entitled “What to Do? Examining the

Effects of Different Types of ADLs on Geriatric Well-Being”

was written in collaboration with Linda Speranza (Valencia

Community College), Wendy Shore (Johns Hopkins Univer-

sity), E. Lea Witta (University of Central Florida, College of

Education), and Karen Saenz (University of Alabama-

Birmingham). This paper follows up on a previous study by

the same authors that is scheduled for publication later this

year in the Journal of Genetic Psychology. AERA is the most

prominent international professional organization, with the

primary goal of advancing educational research and its prac-

tical application. This year’s conference was attended by

nearly 13,000 educational researchers. Jim Katt was also

elected Chair of AERA’s Adulthood and Aging Special

Interest Group.

The latest issue of Communication Education (Volume 58;

Number 2; April, 2009), a publication of the National

Communication Association (NCA) and the premier educa-

tional communication journal features an article by Nicholson

School of Communication professor Jim Katt, and co-author

Steve Condly. The article, entitled “A Preliminary Study of

Classroom Motivations and De-motivators from a Motivation

-hygiene Perspective,” applies Fredrick Herzberg’s

Motivation-Hygiene Theory to the classroom setting.

Consistent with Herzberg’s workplace findings, Katt and

Condly’s study found that elements that appealed to stu-

dents’ need for psychological growth, such as achievement,

recognition for achievement, and professorial care serve as

classroom motivators, while incidents that caused students

psychological “pain,” such as poor classroom management,

unfair class policies, and personal failures, served as

de-motivators.

Nicholson School of Communication professors Jim Katt and

Steve Collins co-authored a paper entitled “The Effects of

Written Feedback Style and Student Grade Expectations on

Student Motivation and Affective Learning,” for presentation

at the Eastern Communication Association’s (ECA)

Centennial Conference in Philadelphia. Their study, a follow

up to their previous study published in Academic Exchanged

Quarterly examines how small differences in the wording of

feedback to students can affect their motivation for the

course and feelings about the instructor.

As part of the Eastern Communication Association’s

Centennial Conference in Philadelphia, Jim Katt presented

“Approaches to Management and Communication in Organi-

zations” as part of a panel entitled “What Should and Should

Not be Taught in the Basic Undergraduate Organizational

Communication Course.” The panel also included James C.

McCroskey (University of Alabama, Birmingham), Virginia

Richmond (University of Alabama, Birmingham), Jerry Allen

(University of New Haven), Lynda McCroskey (California

State University, Long Beach), and Ted Avtgis (University of

West Virginia).

Jim Katt, Nicholson School of Communication, participated

in the Information Fluency track of the UCF Faculty Center

for Teaching and Learning’s Summer Institute. This team

project, which involved developing learning modules for Com-

munication Research Methods courses, was the result of ac-

ceptance of a competitive application to the UCF’s

Information Fluency initiative. The team consisted of Katt

and fellow NSOC professors Harry Weger and Ann Miller.

Initial planning took place at during the Summer Institute

(May 5-8, 2009). The team hopes to have the modules com-

pletely developed and tested by the end of the Fall semester.

Happy Birthday at UCF Cocoa and Palm Bay

Beginning this August, UCF Cocoa will hold monthly birthday parties to celebrate all the faculty and staff

birthdays that occur in that month. The first party will be on Tuesday, August 18, and all subsequent parties

will be held during the first week of the month. An email will go out before each party to list those whose

birthdays fall in that month. The parties will be held at 3 pm in the 121 conference room.

UCF Palm Bay will continue to hold their parties on the day on which the birthday falls.

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As part of UCF’s community involvement in the Southern Region,

Dr. Denise Young attended the following events:

June Meeting of Civilian Military Community Relations

Council at the King Center in Melbourne. The members of the

local education community, including Dr. Young, were the

hosts of this meeting.

Invited participant of Enterprise Florida’s presentation of

East Central Region Roadmap Strategic Planning Forum at

the University of Central Florida Fairwinds Alumni Center on

June 23rd. The meeting of Florida's economic development

stakeholders to discuss and advance recommendations to make

Florida the leader in knowledge-based jobs, leading-edge

technology, and competitive enterprises of the 21st century.

"Success from Strengths" hosted by Brevard Workforce on

June 25th in Melbourne. Ms. Lisa Rice, President of Brevard

Workforce, spoke.

An Economic Stimulus Summit on June 29th that was hosted

by Brevard JobLink and Brevard Workforce. This informative

summit provided information on what the "American

Recovery and Reinvestment Act 2009" means to Brevard

County as well as the cities in Brevard County. US

Congresswoman Suzanne Kosmas was in attendance.

Became a member of the FSEC Policy Advisory Board. The

focus of the meeting in July was "Workforce Green Training

Ideas."

"The President's Focus on Excellence Breakfast" hosted by

President Hitt on July 31st. The focus of the program was

UCF College of Medicine - The Right Prescription for

Diversifying Central Florida's Community.

Lunch and Learn Seminar hosted by the Melbourne-Palm Bay

Area Chamber of Commerce. The speaker Sherry Covell, Vice

President of Talent Management at Harris Corporation spoke

about "Restructuring: How to do More With Less."

The August meeting of the Economic Development

Commission Board of Directors in June and the Quarterly

meeting in July at the Valiant Air Command Warbird

Museum. The focus of the quarterly meeting was "Building a

competitive business environment." Dr. Young is also serves

as a member of the EDC's Community of Distinction Council

which meets monthly.

Appointed to the Brevard Workforce Development Board. In

addition to being a board member, she is serving on the

Community Involvement Committee.

UCF’s Good Samaritan

Next time you see Mr. John King, UCF Palm Bay Academic

Coordinator, give him a high five and a pat on the back.

On Friday, August 7, John King was on his way to a

monthly Advisor Enhancement Program Meeting in Orlando

when he noticed a vehicle stuck in the middle of 520

westbound under the 95 overpass. As he approached the

stranded vehicle at the four way stop, Mr. King noticed an

elderly woman struggling to start the car. As he passed the

thought of his elderly grandmother stuck on the side of the

road tugged at his heart.

About a mile up the road, Mr. King decided to turn around

in hopes someone already stopped to assist her, but as we

approached the scene, the woman was still stranded and

thumbing through her phone book to call for help.

Mr. King pulled over and approached the vehicle with his

hands up as if to gesture he means no harm. The driver,

Betty, explained to him that the car just “clunked-out” on

her. John asked her to pop the hood so he could have a look.

Another gentleman stopped to help by trying to start the car

as John attempted to determine the problem.

Unfortunately, the

vehicle would not

work.

Together, the two of

them push the

vehicle out of

harm’s way and into

the median.

As Betty waited, she stated, “I’m too old to get upset about

these types of thing. It’s not like I can snap my fingers or

blink my eyes and the cars going to start….This gives me an

excuse to buy a new car.”

Shortly after the vehicle was moved, the police arrived.

John and Betty explained the situation. The police officer

shook John’s hand and took control of the situation. Betty

thanked John with a hug a promise to call to let him know

she’s ok.

Although, Shakira Guice and JohnKing were late for their

meeting, nothing can replace the fulfillment one good deed

can bring. Kudos to Mr. King.

Community Involvement

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U C F S O U T H E R N R E G I O N

I am still overwhelmed by the retirement celebration the

College of Education (COE) – Cocoa campus planned and

prepared for me. Dr. Karri Williams prepared a soliloquy

about how many lives teachers touch which was not only

perfect for me but also for every educator in the room. Karri

had it choreographed perfectly with our students

participating using the analogy of a flower and the

surrounding petals. Dr. Dan Ezell presented me with a

gorgeous flower arrangement, a cake made of a tennis racket

with balls, a balloon arrangement and candy. His tribute

touched my heart. Many thanks to Sheryl Schagen and

Christine Suleski who arranged the whole affair. Sheryl

presented an artistic keepsake timepiece from the University

of Central Florida (UCF)- COE family at Cocoa which I will

always treasure. I received so many gifts- a seashell trivet,

beach bags, lotions, a UCF cap, and wonderful cards with

thanks from students and well wishes for retirement from

those present and others who could not attend.

The whole celebration was wonderful with many important

people present. I was given time to say thank you to those

who helped me along the way and told a few funny stories-

“things I learned while teaching.”

For this great celebration I need to thank our COE office at

Cocoa. Sheryl Schagen has always been a great supporter.

She told students they should take my classes even if they

were “challenging” because they would learn something.

Christine Suleski has been my right hand. I could not have

done it without her professional help. She also knew every

policy and generally kept me out of trouble and always made

me look professional. Many thanks to all the COE colleagues

who always supported me. Every office assistant we have

ever had came to my aid in every emergency.

Without a doubt, there has NEVER been a better retirement

party for anyone. I remain honored and grateful to everyone

who helped me along the way. Thanks all of you, for a great

party. I’ll be seeing you soon.

Fondly,

Jeanne

The Best Retirement Party Ever by Dr. Jeanne Miller

Saying Good-bye to Dr. Jeanne Miller in Retirement

The College of Education got together on June 12 to celebrate the 40 plus years that Dr. Jeanne Miller has dedicated as

an educator. This summer semester has been Dr. Miller’s last before leaving to enjoy her retirement. The celebration

took place at the Merritt Island Red Lobster and included gifts, cake (donated by Magic Dove LLC) and good friends.

Thank you, Dr. Miller, for your years of service to our community. May your retirement bring you as much joy as you

have given us.

(right) Dr.

Jeanne

Miller

(above) Dr. Miller and ,

husband, Dale Bailey

(above) Faculty and students of the

College of Education. (above) Dr. Miller and Dr. Dan Ezell

Student Opportunities Students In The News

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Nursing Students: Making a Difference in Brevard

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U C F S O U T H E R N R E G I O N

Roughly 200 Coquina elementary students and their families

benefitted from a Back to School Fun Day event on Saturday,

August 1, thanks to services provided by UCF nursing students and

a local church. Participants of the event held at Coquina

Elementary School in Titusville received free health screenings,

haircuts, school supplies, clothing and lunch. Parents were also

offered job search assistance and job counseling.

UCF's nursing students performed a wide variety of health

screenings such as height, weight, and body mass index (BMI)

measurements; vision, blood pressure and scoliosis checks; and

nutrition, dental and heart health education. Krisann Draves, a

UCF nursing instructor, supervised the group.

As a result of these valuable screenings, some families learned their

child may have a vision problem. When left undetected, vision

problems can lead to learning difficulties. As a certified pediatric

nurse practitioner, Draves was able to refer these children and their

families to a primary care pediatric physician in the area for follow-

up vision exams.

Jennifer Taylor, director of accepting ministries at the Indian River

City United Methodist Church, is thankful for UCF's efforts. "It's

events like these that help raise the health and morale of a

community. For many of the participants, this may be their only

opportunity this year to receive these basic health services. We are

pleased with the event's success and couldn't have done it without

the help of UCF's nursing students."

UCF's nursing students are no stranger to community outreach. As

part of their nursing curricula, they are assigned to a Community

Nursing Coalition where they provide community and public health

nursing services to 16 communities across five counties. Since these

courses aren't offered during the summer in Brevard County, the

group's Student Nurses Association Chapter decided to participate

as one of their many community service projects.

"I'm always so impressed with the group's drive to go above and

beyond what is expected of them," explains Draves, also their SNA

chapter advisor. "They volunteered their time on a Saturday the

week before final exams because they are so passionate about

wellness and helping those in need, especially children."

"Making a difference in our community is what it's all about and I'll

become a better nurse because of it," says Cocoa nursing student

Jennifer Watts who serves as the chapter's vice president.

"Providing these health screenings out in the community is

essential, especially when we can

identify a potential health problem

early."

"It was nice for the families and our

students to benefit from the

experience," added Draves.

Photo: Cocoa nursing student Alan Bowers performs a vision test at Coquina

Elementary School in Titusville. Bowers is in his third semester of nursing

school at UCF and a former Army Medic.

College of Education: AfterHours

The College of Education is offering a new initiative on the main

campus called AfterHours. They are offering workshops and

support to new teachers whether they are working or still looking

for their first job. The sessions are broken into three segments: first

is information presented by a leader in the field of education on a

topic related to new teachers, second is a time for participants to

ask question and share ideas/advice with each other., and third is

spent off campus at a local eatery where participants are able to

socialize and have a bit of fun. The sessions are free of charge and

open to any new teacher and they do not have to be a UCF

graduate. For more information, please check out

www.education.ucf.edu/afterhours for the calendar of sessions.

Lindsey Kimmerling, a UCF Cocoa Nursing student, was awarded

the $1,000 Tradition of Caring Scholarship that is sponsored by the

Newcomer Funereal Homes. This scholarship is awarded nationwide

in 49 communities where Newcomer Funereal Homes are

established. It is based on academic excellence and community

involvement. Click here to see the article in Florida Today.

SGA volunteer Naiomi Ramos (UCF

Cocoa) and SGA staff member Laura

Morgan (UCF Palm Bay) represented

their respective regional campuses at

the annual SGA retreat for regional

campuses SGA staff. Photo: RCSS

staff stopped by to say hello.

UCF Nursing Program Saves Lives of It’s Students UCF Cocoa Nursing student, Gaby

Chaparro, along with Main Campus

Nursing student, Kerrie Lynch,

credit the UCF Nursing Program

with saving their lives. In a class on

chronic adult health conditions,

Gaby Chaparro learned that

symptoms she had been having

could relate to several

gastrointestinal diseases. A visit to UCF Health Services provided

her with a referral to a gastroenterologist who diagnosed her with

colon cancer. Thanks to help from UCF Faculty, Advisors, and

students, she was able to continue work on her degree while

undergoing cancer treatments. Both Gaby and Kerrie are

graduating this August with degrees in Nursing. Click here to read

the Orlando Sentinel Article.

Photo credit: Jacque Brund

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Two Cocoa Grads Win Awards at Traditional Nursing Ceremony

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At the College of Nursing's traditional recognition ceremony

on Friday, August 7, Cocoa students Kia Zellner and

Gabriella Chaparro were honored for their academic

achievements and presented with awards.

Zeller received the Parrish Medical Center Award for Clinical

Excellence and Community Partnership from Edwin Loftin,

vice president of nursing at Parrish Medical Center, while

Chaparro received the VITAS Compassionate Heart Award

from Karolyn Holmes, a regional recruiter for VITAS

Innovative Hospice Care.

Zellner was unanimously nominated for this award by the

college’s Cocoa nursing faculty as someone who generously

helps other students and consistently demonstrates solid

leadership skills. As a member of the Student Nurses

Association, Zellner participated in

several community service activities

and achieved academic excellence in

the nursing program.

According to her instructors, Zellner is

kind, approachable, appreciates new

challenges, and continually seeks out

new learning opportunities. And with

excellent clinical and critical-thinking

skills, she will provide safe, evidence-

based care to her future patients.

Chaparro, also unanimously nominated for her award, is

someone who embodies the word compassionate – and

therefore is very deserving of the VITAS Compassionate

Heart Award. As a cancer survivor, Chaparro has been on

the other side as a patient. As a student nurse, she has

graciously and professionally attended to the needs of many

patients facing end-of-life, as well as complicated, long-term

disabilities.

Despite undergoing her own cancer treatment while in

nursing school, Chaparro excelled academically and fully

demonstrated her ability as a nurse to comfort and provide

excellent bedside, evidence-based care to a variety of

patients. She is an exceptional person who will be a shining

star in the field of nursing.

Zellner and Chaparro both

received their Bachelor of

Science in Nursing degrees

from UCF on Saturday,

August 8. Currently, they

are studying for the

National Council Licensure

Examination to become

licensed, registered nurses.

Regional Nursing Grads Celebrated at Traditional Ceremony

The College of Nursing celebrated its Class of 2009 summer graduates on Friday, August 7, at

its traditional recognition ceremony. The ceremony honored doctoral, master's and baccalau-

reate nursing students. Of the 151 students earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree

this summer, 26 are from UCF's Cocoa campus.

The college hosts its traditional recognition ceremony at the end of each semester to coincide

with the university's commencement ceremonies. Doctoral students are recognized for success-

fully defending their dissertations, master's students are draped with an apricot-colored hood

(the color symbolizing nursing), and undergraduate students are pinned to celebrate their

passage into the nursing profession. Two Cocoa students were also honored for their academic

achievements and presented with awards: Kia Zeller received the Parrish Medical Center

Award for Clinical Excellence Gabriella Chaparro received the VITAS Compassionate Heart

Award

The practice of hooding at graduation ceremonies has medieval origins. Wearing a hood was tra-

ditionally associated with having superior knowledge. Throughout the Middle Ages, hooding

became a symbol of earning a higher degree. The length of the hood is indicative of the degree attained. The color of the hood's velvet

edging represents the field in which the degree was earned.

The nursing pin dates back to the Crusades in Europe when knights provided service to others. The earliest ancestor of the pin, the

Maltese Cross, was worn on the tunic placed over a knight's armor. In 1855, Queen Victoria presented Florence Nightingale, the re-

vered mother of modern nursing, with the Cross of St. George in recognition of the care she provided British soldiers. Today, the pin

uniquely represents the institution from which undergraduate students obtained their nursing degrees.

Cocoa student Amanda Truman is

pinned by her nursing instructor

Stephen Heglund.

Photo credit: Santiago Studios.

Kia Zellner receiving her award. Gaby Chaparro with her

award.

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Student Services

U C F S O U T H E R N R E G I O N

RCSS Gearing Up for Growing Veteran Population

Regional Campuses Student Services (RCSS) is gearing up to

support the influx of UCF Cocoa and Palm Bay veterans

who will be newly eligible for the new Post-911 GI Bill

benefit program. Veterans who meet active duty service

requirements will be eligible for the new benefit program,

which supports training accomplished on or after August 1,

2009. RCSS has initiated veteran orientation sessions to

better serve the growing number of veterans who need

information and support accomplishing certification for

benefits. The veteran orientations are conveniently

scheduled in conjunction with UCF Cocoa and Palm Bay

transfer orientation sessions. Additional sessions will be

held throughout the fall semester to support veteran needs.

America‟s veterans serve their country with courage and

dignity.

Join Diversity Initiatives

as a panel of veterans from

World War II to the

present share their

perspectives on their

military service and

“coming home”

experiences.

UCF Cocoa's own Dr. William (Bill) Willmot will be a

panelists at the September 15, 2009 Diversi-tea Noon-1:30

Lib room 223 Orlando Campus.

Dr. Willmot is a recipient of the Combat Infantry Badge, the

Bronze Star, and the Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal. He

served in Southwest Pacific New Guinea and the Philippine

Islands with the 24th Infantry Division during WWII (1944-

1945). At the end of WWII, Dr. Willmot transferred to the

Signal Corp as a radio operator and military communications

instructor serving with the Army of Occupation on Shikoku,

Honshu, and Kyushu Islands of Japan. Dr. Willmot

transitioned from the Army Signal Corp to civilian life, but

continued to serve his country as a Civil Service employee in

weapons maintenance, inspection, and management at the

Army’s Raritan Arsenal. Further, he was a member of the

Army National Guard where he was commissioned to 2nd

Lieutenant in 1950. In 1962, Dr. Willmot transferred to

NASA and ultimately retired in 1979 to work in private

industry. Currently, he provides consulting services in

communication and has been a student at UCF Cocoa and

lifelong learner for twenty-four years.

Regional Campuses Student Services Events

Cocoa Events

Diversi-Tea, September 15th Veteran’s Panel Videoconference

“So Much More Than Just Books”

Library Resources Workshop,

September 22nd, 3:30 pm In the Joint Use Library room 131 with Andy

Todd. Learn how to find books or articles, cite

sources, get your library card activated, renew

books, and so much more!!! Call Regional

Campuses Student Services to RSVP at

321.433.7950 or at srss@mail.ucf.edu

Suicide Prevention Training,

September 24th

UCF Cocoa Advising Week Celebration,

October 14th

Diversity Workshop, November 5th

Palm Bay Events

BCC Palm Bay Care Fair,

September 17th Collaboration with BCC for volunteerism

Palm Bay Advising Week Celebration,

TBA

Palm Bay Spirit Day, November 10th Joint celebration with BCC. Wear your

black, gold and blue.

Events for Both Campuses

Diversity Week,

October 19—23rd

Diversity Week Breakfast,

October 19th

Knights Give Back, October Breast Cancer Walk in both Cocoa

and Palm Bay

RCSS Veteran‟s Week

Celebration, November 11—15th

UCF Cocoa Palm Bay Welcome Back Day

Thursday, September 1, 2009

Time: 11 am- 6 pm

Come celebrate the beginning of the new

year with free food, games, prizes, music,

and more! Learn about all the resources and

clubs available and meet your fellow stu-

dents.

UCF Cocoa SGA Welcome Back Day

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Time: 11 am- 6 pm

Come celebrate the beginning of the new

year with free food, games, prizes, music,

and more! Learn about all the resources and

clubs available and meet your fellow stu-

dents.

UCF Cocoa SGA Game Tournament

Wednesday, September 16th

All day: 9 am-8 pm

Test your skills with other UCF students,

faculty, and staff in pool, ping-pong, foos-

ball and Wii video game. Either come and

play for fun or simply cheer on your friends.

All participants will receive a prize and

winners will be awarded with even bigger

and cooler prizes!!!

UCF Cocoa and Palm Bay SGA Bowling

Knight

Saturday, September 26

9 pm-12 am

Enjoy a night of free food and bowling

while meeting fellow UCF students at Shore

Lanes in Merritt Island.

UCF Cocoa and Palm Bay SGA Tail Gating

Party

Saturday, October 3rd

Catch a ride to Orlando to enjoy games and

food and then watch the foot ball game

against Memphis.

UCF Cocoa and Palm Bay SGA Challenge

Course

Saturday, October 10th

9:30 am-6:30 pm

Enjoy a fun filled day on UCF’s challenge

course. Students will work as a team to

complete several obstacles on the ground

and then get harnessed to complete the 350

feet long and 45 feet high ropes course.

Students will also enjoy free lunch and

dinner at the on campus restaurants. Trans-

portation will also be provided free of

charge.

UCF Cocoa and Palm Bay SGA Boo at the

Zoo

5:30 pm-9:30 pm

October 23-25th

Students will receive free tickets to the Boo

at the Zoo event held in the Brevard Zoo

every year. UCF students and their family

members will enjoy a mystery maze, games,

crafts, trick or treating, costume contest,

and boo train ride.

UCF Cocoa and Palm Bay SGA Mid-Term

Bash

October 12-15

All day 9 am-8 pm

Students will enjoy free food and goodies

throughout the week to fuel them for their

midterms.

UCF Cocoa and Palm Bay SGA Bowling

Knight

Saturday, November 7th

9 pm-12 am

Enjoy a night of free food, and bowling

while meeting fellow UCF students at Shore

Lanes in Merritt Island.

Hula To An „A‟ with SGA

UCF Palm Bay Wednesday, December 2,

2009

UCF Cocoa Thursday, December 3rd

All day: 9am-8 pm

Get ready for finals with free food, study

tips, school supplies, of course relaxing

massages.

UCF Palm Bay Wellness Fair

November 19, 2009

UCF Cocoa and Palm Bay SGA End of the

Year Party

December 12th

6 pm-10 pm

Come celebrate the end of the year with free

dinner, give a ways, and dancing. All gradu-

ates will also receive special gift bag.

Student Government Association is excited about the new semester and they have a whole list of events to show it. They hope to improve on

the events they have been hosting for the past few months and even years and bring a fresh spin to the calendar with some new events! Take

a look at what is to come and be sure to mark your calendar.

Student Government Association Fall Events

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