Debra Vasquez Memorial Poetry Series: George Singleton
2024-02-27 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The CF Debra Vasquez Memorial Poetry Series will host author George Singleton. A novelist, short story writer, and essayist, Singleton will offer two reading/signings at the College of Central Florida’s Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road. This reading will take place Tuesday, Feb. 27, at 7 p.m. in the Klein Center on the Ocala Campus.
The reading is free and open to the public.
Singleton is a recipient of the coveted Guggenheim Fellowship Award, has been inducted into the prestigious Fellowship of Southern Writers, and has been named by numerous magazines one of America’s funniest writers.
For more information, contact Ron Cooper at ext. 1295 or cooperr@cf.edu.

"Calendar Girls" Ocala Screening
2024-02-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The College of Central Florida’s Ira Holmes International Film Series is excited to present this year’s season of films. 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

“Calendar Girls”, Sweden/USA, 2022 84 min
A feel-good dance documentary directed and produced by Swedish filmmakers Maria Loohufvud and Love Martinsen. The love of dance and glitter bonds an unlikely group of 60-plus women in southwest Florida -The Calendar Girls. But under the veil of fake lashes and unicorn horns lurks the deeper truths of what again women face within society. Sisterhood, love, and loss – all come into play in this uplifting film about trying to age on your own terms and refuse to become invisible.

Debra Vazquez Memorial Poetry Series: George Singleton
2024-02-28 12:30 - 13:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The CF Debra Vazquez Memorial Poetry Series will host author George Singleton. A novelist, short story writer, and essayist, Singleton will offer two reading/signings at the College of Central Florida’s Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road. This reading will take place Wednesday, Feb. 28, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in Building 8, Room 110.
The reading is free and open to the public.
Singleton is a recipient of the coveted Guggenheim Fellowship Award, has been inducted into the prestigious Fellowship of Southern Writers, and has been named by numerous magazines one of America’s funniest writers.
For more information, contact Ron Cooper at ext. 1295 or cooperr@cf.edu.

Waffle Wednesday
2024-02-28 12:30 - 13:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join the Ocala Student Activities Board for“Waffle Wednesday on Wednesday, Feb. 28, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Patriot Cafe.
Students can build a waffle on a stick with their favorite toppings (gluten-free options available).

Faculty Professional Development Day, No Classes
2024-02-29 | FL
No Classes Feb. 29 in light of Faculty Professional Development Training.

Virtual Dental Assisting Information Session
2024-02-29 09:00 - 10:00 | 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 Dual Enrollment Information Session
2024-02-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
Interested in Dual Enrollment? Attend an information session to learn more about the program, how to apply, what the requirements are, and meet with CF staff. This session is for students interested in traditional dual enrollment classes for spring 2024 and will not cover Collegiate Academy information. Qualified high school students may accelerate their college education through dual enrollment courses offered at the high school or a CF campus location. Attendance at one information session is required for all incoming dual enrollment students.
This session will be held via Zoom.
Register Here

Last Admit Date for Spring B
2024-03-01 | FL
The last admit date for our Spring B semesters is March 1.

Meet the "Calendar Girls" Special Event
2024-03-02 11:00 - 15:00 | 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 present this year’s season of films.
Film Series Special Event: Meet the Calendar Girls at the Appleton Museum.
Come and celebrate Free First Saturday at the Appleton Museum and see the Calendar Girls of Southwest Florida perform. Admission is free on the first Saturday of every month. The Calendar Girl will perform on the Appleton Museum steps at 11 a.m. and noon. Film to play after performances.
A feel-good dance documentary directed and produced by Swedish filmmakers Maria Loohufvud and Love Martinsen. The love of dance and glitter bonds an unlikely group of 60-plus women in southwest Florida – The Calendar Girls. But under the veil of fake lashes and unicorn horns lurks the deeper truths of what again women face within society. Sisterhood, love, and loss – all come into play in this uplifting film about trying to age on your own terms and refuse to become invisible.
Films may contain mature content.
Film Trailer

Gallery Talk with Tyrus Clutter
2024-03-03 14:00 - 15:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join us on Sunday, March 3, at 2 p.m. in the Webber Gallery for an Art Talk with CF Professor Tyrus Clutter. During this talk, Professor Clutter will delve into the layers of Georges Rouault’s artistic perspective, offering an in-depth exploration into the connection between his work and religion. Attendees will have the opportunity to view the exhibit and gain a better understanding and appreciation of Rouault’s artistry by examining the spiritual nuances that permeate his creations. Participating in this casual but dynamic talk will encourage discussion, reflection and contemplation of the intersection of art and spirituality inspired by Rouault’s vision.
This event is free and open to the public. Can’t make this session? View the calendar for other times this talk will be held.
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.

Spring B Classes Begin
2024-03-04 | FL
Spring B classes begin March 4.

Drop Period for Spring B
2024-03-04 - 2024-03-05 | FL
The last day to drop classes during the Spring B Semester is March 5.

Add Period for Spring B
2024-03-04 - 2024-03-06 | FL
If you wish to add any classes for the Spring B Semester, the add period is March 4-6.

Virtual Nursing Information Session - ADN, LPN, Paramedic Bridge
2024-03-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2024-03-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Online
Learn more about the Associate Degree Nursing, LPN and Paramedic Bridge Nursing programs and their admission criteria. 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 Bachelor of Science in Nursing Information Session
2024-03-04 15:00 - 16:00 | 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.

Emergency Medical Services Information Session
2024-03-04 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.

Hotdogs and Bingo
2024-03-05 12:30 - 13:30 | Levy Campus, 15390 N.W. Highway 19, Chiefland, 32626
Join us for a got dog and a game of Bingo. Tuesday, March 5, 12:30-1:30, Student Lounge, Leavy Campus.

Ocala Preview Day
2024-03-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join us for the Ocala Campus Preview Day on Tuesday, March 5, from 5-7 p.m., at the Ewers Century Center to explore all facets of the College of Central Florida. This is your chance to learn about academic programs, meet with representatives from student clubs and organizations, find out about student services and get the answers to your questions about admissions and financial aid. While you’re touring the different departments and services you can enter for a chance to win free tuition. We’ll also be waiving the $30 admissions application fee.
Whether you’re a high school student or you’ve been out of school for a while, let us help you plan your very own fun, successful college experience!

Come and preview the possibilites!

Learn about academic programs and degrees
Meet representatives of clubs and organizations
Find out about services to help students succeed

Get help with admissions and financial aid
Plan your very own fun, successful college experience
Complete a survey and get a free t-shirt

Have questions about this event? Contact CF admissions at admissions@cf.edu.
Fill out my online form.

Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and are not intended to espouse, promote, advance, inculcate, or compel individuals to believe the topics or concepts presented therein. Nor do they constitute endorsement of such topics or concepts by the College of Central Florida, its Board of Trustees, or any of their officers, employees, or agents.

Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings: How the Region Influenced and is Reflected in Her Work
2024-03-06 12:30 - 13:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The College of Central Florida Library is thrilled to announce an upcoming speaking engagement featuring a fascinating discussion of the works of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings. Our speakers will explore how the landscape and culture of our region inspired Rawlings’ literary imagination and found their way into her writing. Join us on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. in Building 3 (Stearns Learning Resources Center) on CF’s Ocala Campus. Refreshments will be offered, and the first 25 students will receive a copy of The Yearling, Rawlings’ 1939 Pulitzer Prize winning story.
RSVP at ruizf@cf.edu. Appreciated but not required.
Presenters:
Florence M. Turcotte is the Literary Manuscripts Archivist and Curator of the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Papers at the University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries. Flo also serves as the Executive Director of the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Society, and is on the board of the Friends of the MKR Farm, Inc. She has published two books of correspondence from her literary collections, and an award-winning article about Rawlings in the Florida Historical Quarterly.
Anne Pierce retired from Georgia Southern University and moved to this area, being originally from rural eastern North Carolina. She developed an interest in this region particularly the Big Scrub. Anne’s appreciation of the history and beauty of the area was enhanced through reading and studying Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings’ body of work. She is an active member and officer in the MKR Society and the Friends of the MKR Farm, Inc.

Spring Fling and Health Fair
2024-03-06 12:30 - 13:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join the Student Activities Board for the Spring Fling and Health Fair on Wednesday, March 6, 12:30 p.m., Bedford Plaza, for your chance to get some fun and healthy information and goodies before Spring Break!
HIV testing, beer goggles, sexual assault information, counseling, Student Nurses Association, Pre-Dental Association, voter registration, graduation information, and local vendors sharing resources to send you off on a healthy and safe spring break. Stop by the prize wheel to win some CF merch. There will also be giveaways of sunscreen, first aid kits, and more! Healthy snacks such as smoothies and veggie boats will be available.

Virtual Respiratory Care Information Session
2024-03-06 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
Learn more about CF’s anticipated Associate in Science Degree in Respiratory Care (program accreditation pending). Admissions criteria, program requirements, costs and more will be covered. 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.
Registration is required for this event. For information about any of the programs or sessions email Peggy Recanzone at recanzop@cf.edu.

CF Foundation Executive Committee Meeting
2024-03-06 16:30 - 17:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
College of Central Florida will hold a Public Foundation Executive Committee meeting on Wednesday, March 6, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. at the College of Central Florida, Enterprise Center, Foundation Office, at 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474.
Purpose: General business of the CF Foundation Executive Committee

Business Finance and Accounting Career Chat
2024-03-06 17:30 - 19:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
CF’s Business and Technology department will host a Business Finance and Accounting Career Chat open to all students interested in careers as accountants and auditors, personal financial advisors, financial managers, banking professionals, and other similar roles. The event is free, but registration is required. There will be food and prizes given out.
This session will be held on the Ocala Campus, in the Klein Conference Center.
Participants will have opportunity to network with local industry professionals and hear from keynote speaker, Michelle Kelly, the Senior Credit Manager of Mansfield Energy Corporation, a company consistently ranked on the Forbes’ Top 100 list of America’s Largest Private Companies with $9 billion in revenues.

Keynote Speaker

Michelle Kelly,
Senior Credit Manager,
Mansfield Energy Corporation

Michelle is an accomplished risk professional with 27 years of experience in credit risk and portfolio management and stays at the forefront of industry trends through continuous education and collaboration with her industry peers. Michelle is committed to mentoring emerging professionals and inspiring the next generation of professionals in the credit and risk arena.

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Citrus Preview Day
2024-03-07 09:30 - 11:30 | Citrus Campus, 3800 S. Lecanto Highway, Lecanto, FL, 34461, United States
Join us for Preview Day on Thursday, March 7, 9:30-11:30 a.m. , at the Citrus Campus to explore all facets of the College of Central Florida. This is your chance to learn about academic programs, meet with representatives from student clubs and organizations, find out about student services and get the answers to your questions about admissions and financial aid. While you’re touring the different departments and services, be sure to grab a free T-shirt and enter for a chance to win free tuition. We’ll also be waiving the $30 admissions application fee.
Whether you’re a high school student or you’ve been out of school for a while, let us help you plan your very own fun, successful college experience!

Come and preview the possibilites!

Learn about academic programs and degrees
Meet representatives of clubs and organizations
Find out about services to help students succeed

Get help with admissions and financial aid
Plan your very own fun, successful college experience
Complete a survey and get a free t-shirt

Have questions about this event? Contact CF admissions at admissions@cf.edu.
Fill out my online form.

Levy Preview Day
2024-03-08 09:30 - 11:30 | Levy Campus, 15390 N.W. Highway 19, Chiefland, 32626
Join us for the Levy Campus Preview Day on Friday, March 8, 9:30-11:30 a.m., to explore all facets of the College of Central Florida. This is your chance to learn about academic programs, meet with representatives from student clubs and organizations, find out about student services and get the answers to your questions about admissions and financial aid. While you’re touring the different departments and services and enter for a chance to win free tuition. We’ll also be waiving the $30 admissions application fee.
Whether you’re a high school student or you’ve been out of school for a while, let us help you plan your very own fun, successful college experience!

Come and preview the possibilites!

Learn about academic programs and degrees
Meet representatives of clubs and organizations
Find out about services to help students succeed

Get help with admissions and financial aid
Plan your very own fun, successful college experience
Complete a survey and get a free t-shirt

Have questions about this event? Contact CF admissions at admissions@cf.edu.
Fill out my online form.

Gallery Talk with Tyrus Clutter
2024-03-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join us on Sunday, March 10, at 2 p.m. in the Webber Gallery for an Art Talk with CF Professor Tyrus Clutter. During this talk, Professor Clutter will delve into the layers of Georges Rouault’s artistic perspective, offering an in-depth exploration into the connection between his work and religion. Attendees will have the opportunity to view the exhibit and gain a better understanding and appreciation of Rouault’s artistry by examining the spiritual nuances that permeate his creations. Participating in this casual but dynamic talk will encourage discussion, reflection and contemplation of the intersection of art and spirituality inspired by Rouault’s vision.
This event is free and open to the public. Can’t make this session? View the calendar for other times this talk will be held.
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.

Spring Break (No Classes)
2024-03-11 - 2024-03-17 | FL
All CF campuses will be closed March 11-17, for Spring Break.

Physical Therapy Assistant Information Session
2024-03-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
CF is conducting a Virtual Physical Therapist Assistant 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.
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.

Blind Date with a Book
2024-03-19 10:00 - 2024-03-20 14:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Come find your next favorite book! Will it be a romance, a thriller or maybe even historical fiction? Phi Theta Kappa will host a special $5 book sale Tuesday and Wednesday, March 19-20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., outside Stearns Learning Resources Center. You can select a book by reading a short, descriptive note about the genre and subject. Proceeds will benefit the PTK Membership Fund.
