2023 CF Faculty Art Exhibition
2023-01-09 10:00 - 2023-02-02 16:00 (America/New_York) | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
In this biennial exhibition, the College of Central Florida will showcase a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional works, including ceramics, prints, fiber, photography and mixed media pieces created by Visual Arts faculty members Tyrus Clutter, James O’Leary, Michele Wirt and Graham Young. This show provides an opportunity for students and our community to see the high level of artistry CF’s talented educators are able to achieve in their own work.
The “2023 Faculty Art Exhibition” will open Monday Jan. 9-Thursday, Feb. 2. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, Jan. 19, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. The Webber Gallery is located at the CF Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and admission is free. For more information, call 352-854-2322, ext. 1664, or visit CF.edu/Webber.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day (No Classes)
2023-01-16
All CF campuses will be closed Monday, Jan. 16, in observation of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Visit the CF team at the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. March and Day in the Park on Monday, Jan. 16. Transportation will be provided from the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Complex parking lot to the Ocala Downtown Square beginning at 7 a.m. The complex is adjacent to the CF Hampton Center parking lot, 1501 W. Silver Springs Blvd. The march lineup begins at 8 a.m. at the Ocala Downtown Square. The march begins at 9 a.m. Day in the Park activities start immediately following the parade at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Complex.

Dental Hygiene Information Session
2023-01-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Hampton Center, 1501 W. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, 34475
Join CF faculty and staff at the Hampton Center to learn more about the anticipated A.S. Dental Hygiene program and receive a tour of the future Dental Hygiene Clinic. Session topics include general education requirements, program costs, admission criteria and more. Students who have not started the CF general admission process can complete the CF application and the $30 application fee will be waived.
There is no waiting list for any of the Health Science programs. Some programs have part-time enrollment options.
Registration is required for this event. For information about any of the programs or sessions email Peggy Recanzone at recanzop@cf.edu.

“Victoria & Abdul” Appleton Screening
2023-01-17 14:00 | Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, 34470
The College of Central Florida’s Ira Holmes International Film Series is excited to be offering its first full, in-person season since 2019. Themes of humor and perseverance will take center stage in this year’s 11 films selected from around the globe.
All films will be shown Tuesdays at 2 p.m. at the Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, and at 7 p.m. at the College of Central Florida, 3001 S.W. College Road, Building 8, Room 110, unless otherwise noted. Films at the Ocala Campus are free and open to the public. Films at the Appleton are free to all museum and film series members; nonmembers pay museum admission. Films may contain mature content.

About the Film

“Victoria & Abdul”(PG-13, United Kingdom, 2017, 113 min.)
“Victoria & Abdul” is the extraordinary true story of an unlikely friendship between an aging Queen Victoria and a young clerk from India. Academy Award-winner Judi Dench’s Victoria joyfully reclaims her humanity as she begins to see a changing world through new eyes, despite attempts by her inner circle to destroy the unconventional class-defying relationship. Watch trailer here.
For a full series list and more information on the Ira Holmes International Film Series, contact Wendy Adams at 352-873-5800, ext. 1546, or visit www.CF.edu/filmseries.

“Victoria & Abdul” Ocala Campus Screening
2023-01-17 19:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States

Virtual Surgical Services Information Session
2023-01-18 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
CF is conducting a Virtual Surgical Services program information session to help you learn about admissions criteria, program requirements, costs and more. Potential students must attend a session before applying to any of the programs. Attend and complete your CF general admission application and the $30 fee will be waived.
There is no waiting list for any of the Health Science programs. Some programs have part-time enrollment options.
For information about any of the programs or sessions email Peggy Recanzone at recanzop@cf.edu.

Ocala Club Rush
2023-01-18 12:30 - 13:45 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join us for Welcome Back & Club Rush Spring 2023 on the Ocala Campus on Wednesday, Jan. 18, from 12:30-1:45 p.m.
Learn about student clubs and organizations, students can explore local employers, Campus Safety, Financial Aid, Counseling, Tutoring and other CF services. Representative Hinson will also host a table. Lunch will be provided by PDQ. The first 150 students will get a FREE CF beanie. And one lucky student will win a laptop! See you there!

2023 CF Faculty Art Exhibition Opening Reception
2023-01-19 16:30 - 18:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join us for the opening reception for CF’s biennial “2023 Faculty Art Exhibition” at the Webber Gallery on Thursday, Jan. 19, from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Admission is free.
In this biennial exhibition, the College of Central Florida will showcase a variety of two-dimensional and three-dimensional works, including ceramics, prints, fiber, photography and mixed media pieces created by Visual Arts faculty members Tyrus Clutter, James O’Leary, Michele Wirt and Graham Young. This show provides an opportunity for students and our community to see the high level of artistry CF’s talented educators are able to achieve in their own work.
Exhibit Dates: Monday, Jan. 9 through Thursday, Feb. 2.
The Webber Gallery is located at the CF Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and admission is free. For more information, call 352-854-2322, ext. 1664, or visit CF.edu/Webber.

CF Foundation Board of Directors and CF District Board of Trustees Meeting
2023-01-19 18:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The CF Foundation Board of Directors and CF District Board of Trustees announce a joint workshop to which the public is invited.
Meeting: CF Foundation Board of Directors and CF District Board of Trustees Meeting
Date: Thursday, Jan. 19, 2023
Time: 6 p.m.
Place: College of Central Florida (CF), Webber Center, Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road, Ocala FL 34474
Purpose: Preliminary 2023 update of the CF Foundation Board of Directors and the College of Central Florida District Board of Trustees.

Virtual Dental Assisting Information Session
2023-01-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
CF is conducting a Virtual Dental Assisting program information session through a Zoom presentation. Potential students must attend a session before applying to any of the programs. Sessions provide details about admissions criteria, program requirements, costs and more. Stay on and complete your CF general admission application and the $30 fee will be waived.
There is no waiting list for any of the Health Science programs. Some programs have part-time enrollment options.
For information about any of the programs or sessions email Peggy Recanzone at recanzop@cf.edu.

Virtual Physical Therapist Assistant Information Session
2023-01-23 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-02-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
CF is conducting a Physical Therapist Assistant program information session via zoom. Potential students must attend a session before applying to any of the programs. Sessions provide details about admissions criteria, program requirements, costs and more. Stay on and complete your CF general admission application and the $30 fee will be waived.
Zoom registration is required in advance.
There is no waiting list for any of the Health Science programs. Some programs have part-time enrollment options.
For information about any of the programs or sessions email Peggy Recanzone at recanzop@cf.edu.

Friday Talks: The State of Mental Health in Marion County
2023-01-27 08:15 - 10:30 | Hampton Center, 1501 W. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, 34475
The Friday Talks Business Advancement Series, a program of the Ocala Metro Chamber & Economic Partnership and the College of Central Florida, will feature John Podkomorski, Executive Director at National Alliance on Mental Illness, Marion County, on Jan. 27, presenting “The State of Mental Health in Marion County”.
Join John Podkomorski to hear about the prevalence of mental illness in Marion County, the nature of services available locally and how mental illness impacts the workplace.
Attend in person at CF Hampton Center or Facebook Live at Facebook.com/OcalaCEP.
Continental breakfast at 8:15 a.m. Presentation starts at 8:30 a.m. RSVP to Andrea@OcalaCEP.com.
For more information about the Ocala CEP, visit ocalacep.com.

Levy Game Day
2023-01-30 00:30 - 13:30 | Levy Campus, 15390 N.W. Highway 19, Chiefland, 32626
Levy Campus students are encouraged to attend Game Day on Monday, Jan. 30, 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the Levy Student Lounge. Come for games, snacks, music and fun!

“Parasite” Appleton Film Screening
2023-01-31 14:00 | Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, 34470
The College of Central Florida’s Ira Holmes International Film Series is excited to be offering its first full, in-person season since 2019. Themes of humor and perseverance will take center stage in this year’s 11 films selected from around the globe.
All films will be shown Tuesdays at 2 p.m. at the Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E. Silver Springs Blvd., Ocala, and at 7 p.m. at the College of Central Florida, 3001 S.W. College Road, Building 8, Room 110, unless otherwise noted. Films at the Ocala Campus are free and open to the public. Films at the Appleton are free to all museum and film series members; nonmembers pay museum admission. Films may contain mature content.

About the Film

“Parasite”(R, South Korea, 2019, 132 min.)
“Parasite” has been called Bong Joon Ho’s “pitch-black modern fairytale.” Korean families the Parks and the Kims come together in a symbiotic relationship when the Kim children install themselves as luxury service providers in the affluent Park home. Income provides stability for the Kim family, but this new ecosystem is fragile. Can their newfound comfort survive deep-rooted generational greed and class prejudice? Watch trailer here.
For a full series list and more information on the Ira Holmes International Film Series, contact Wendy Adams at 352-873-5800, ext. 1546, or visit www.CF.edu/filmseries.

Virtual Nursing Information Session - ADN, Bridge, BSN
2023-01-31 15:00 - 16:00
CF is conducting a virtual information session to learn more about the Associate Degree Nursing, LPN and Paramedic Bridge Nursing and BSN programs through a Zoom presentation. Stay on and complete your CF general admission application and the $30 fee will be waived. Potential students must attend a session before applying to any of the programs. Sessions provide details about admissions criteria, program requirements, costs and more.
There is no waiting list for any of the Health Science programs. Some programs have part-time enrollment options.
For information about any of the programs or sessions email Peggy Recanzone at recanzop@cf.edu.

“Parasite” Ocala Campus Film Screening
2023-01-31 19:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States

“Science in the Colonial Period” Patriot Project Lecture
2023-02-06 12:30 - 13:30
Did you know the word “science” used to mean something else? Learn more about the “Natural Philosophers” of the Colonial period, including Ben Franklin, at “Science in the Colonial Period” on Monday, Feb. 6, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Webber Center. Mark Taylor, assistant professor of physical sciences, will dig into the history of science in America and its early contributors.
The Patriot Project takes a deep dive into the history of the 17th and 18th centuries, expanding on the new state civics initiative to invite students, staff and the community to a monthly lecture series. Lectures are free and open to the public and light refreshments and event giveaways are provided.
The Patriot Project was developed by Dr. Sarah Satterfield, CF professor of music, with funding provided through a CF Foundation New Initiative Grant.

Emergency Medical Services Information Session
2023-02-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
CF is conducting Emergency Medical Services (EMT & Paramedic) program information sessions live at the Ocala Campus, Building 35, Room 105. It is recommended that potential students attend a session before applying to any of the programs. Sessions provide details about admissions criteria, program requirements, costs and more.
There is no waiting list for any of the Health Science programs. Some programs have part-time enrollment options.
For information about any of the programs or sessions email Peggy Recanzone at recanzop@cf.edu.

Virtual Bachelor of Science in Nursing Information Session
2023-02-07 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
CF is conducting a virtual information session to learn more about the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program through a Zoom presentation. Stay on and complete your CF general admission application and the $30 fee will be waived. Potential students must attend a session before applying to this program. Sessions provide details about admissions criteria, program requirements, costs and more.
There is no waiting list for any of the Health Science programs. Some programs have part-time enrollment options.
For information about any of the programs or sessions email Peggy Recanzone at recanzop@cf.edu.

Shop Talk: Lung Cancer
2023-02-08 11:30 - 13:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Please join us Wednesday, Feb. 8, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. for a Shop Talk discussing the latest advances in cancer treatments. The event will be held at the Ewers Century Center, College of Central Florida (3001 S.W. College Road, Ocala). Registration begins at 11 a.m., and the program and lunch begin at 11:30 a.m. Seats are limited and reservations are required.

Shop Talk Speakers

Bryan Bush, M.D.
Cardiothoracic Surgeon, HCA Florida

Andrew Seevaratnam, M.D.
Critical Care and Pulmonary Medicine, Ocala Lung and Critical Care

Vipul Patel, M.D.
Oncologist, Florida Cancer Specialists

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Virtual Information Session for B.A.S. in Business and Organizational Management
2023-02-08 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
Join advisors, administrators and faculty to learn about bachelor’s degree specializations in Accounting, Agribusiness, Equine Studies, Management Information Systems, Health Care Management, Human Resources, Public Safety Administration, and Logistics and Supply Chain Management. Find out about program design, affordability and the admissions process.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the event.

CF Road Scholars: Study Abroad Ireland Information Session
2023-02-08 12:30 - 13:45 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Come to the Ocala campus and learn more about the College of Central Florida’ educational trip to Ireland. Student and community members are welcome to travel with us. Trip highlights include: literary pub tour, Book of Kells, Cliffs of Moher, Medieval and more. Details about the program and how to join will be discussed.
This session will be held Wednesday, Feb. 8, at 12:30 p.m. on the Ocala campus, Building 8, Room 110.
Learn more about the CF Road Scholars program here.

CF Foundation Executive Committee Meeting
2023-02-08 16:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The CF Foundation Executive Committee Meeting below is open to the public.
Meeting: CF Foundation Executive Committee Meeting
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2023
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Place: College of Central Florida (CF), Enterprise Center (Building 42), Foundation Office, Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road, Ocala FL 34474
Purpose: General business of the CF Foundation Executive Committee

Last day to withdraw with "W" in Spring A
2023-02-10
The last day that students can withdraw from any spring A classes is Feb. 10.

Make Your Own Valentine
2023-02-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join us in the Patriot Cafe (Building 5) from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. to make your own Valentine and enjoy some valentine snacks.
All supplies needed will be provided – just bring your creativity.
Free chocolates and socks for students while supplies last.
Plus a stuffed animal giveaway!

"It's Colored Pencil" Exhibition
2023-02-13 10:00 - 2023-03-09 16:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The College of Central Florida will present “It’s Colored Pencil” in partnership with the Colored Pencil Society of America. Sponsored by CPSA District Chapter 113 in Gainesville, this Webber Gallery exhibition will showcase fine artwork of all styles and subjects completed in colored pencil.
“It’s Colored Pencil” will open Monday, Feb. 13-Thursday, March 9. A free opening reception will be held on Friday, Feb. 17, from 5-7 p.m. The Webber Gallery is located at the CF Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road. Hours are 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and admission is free. For more information, call 352-854-2322, ext. 1664, or visit CF.edu/Webber.

Virtual Nursing Information Session - ADN, Bridge, BSN
2023-02-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Online

No-mance Monday
2023-02-13 12:30 - 13:30 | Levy Campus, 15390 N.W. Highway 19, Chiefland, 32626
Join Levy SAB in the Student Lounge from 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. for some games, crafts, music, chocolate fountain and more!
No sweetheart needed!

Faculty Professional Development Day, No Classes
2023-02-14
No Classes Feb. 14 in light of Faculty Professional Development Training.
