College Of Central Florida

Virtual Dual Enrollment Information Session
2023-03-08 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-03-01 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-02-22 17:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | FL
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. 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.

CF Foundation Executive Committee
2023-03-08 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 8, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. at College of Central Florida Enterprise Center, Foundation Office 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL 34474.
Purpose: General business of the CF Foundation Executive Committee

Spring Fling and Health Fair
2023-03-08 12:30 - 13:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join the Student Activities Board for a Spring Fling and Health Fair on Wednesday, March 8. at 12:30 p.m. outside Building 11.
HIV testing, sexual assault information, counseling, Student Nurses Association and local vendors will be there sharing resources to send you off on a healthy and safe spring break. Stop by the prize wheel to win some CF merch plus stick around for other spring break giveaways. Also enjoy some beach volleyball and healthy snacks such as smoothies and veggie boats.

Performance Anxiety Workshop
2023-03-08 12:30 - 13:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
CF students and community members are invited to attend a free presentation, “Winning the Mental Game: The Simple Solution to Overcoming Performance Anxiety,” on Wednesday, March 8, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Webber Center on the Ocala Campus or virtually via Zoom.
Nicholas Pallesen, mental performance specialist and Juilliard-trained opera singer, will lead the virtual session. He specializes in helping performing artists succeed, both onstage and off, and regularly offers workshops relating to the psychology of performance. Not just for performances and auditions, Pallesen’s strategies can help all attendees with everyday communication.
This simulcast workshop is free and open to the public. Light refreshments and event giveaways will be provided. The lecture is funded by the Mr. and Mrs. Seymour B. Robinson Memorial Endowed Chair. Co-chairholders Dr. Sarah Satterfield and Associate Professor Lori Witkowich have used this chair to explore how music was used to reduce feelings of social isolation in the wake of COVID-19, and how music can be used to alleviate performance and test anxiety and improve reading comprehension.

Drop only for Spring B
2023-03-08 | FL
The last day to drop classes during the spring B semester is March 8.

Dental Hygiene Information Session
2023-03-07 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
Join CF faculty and staff online and learn more about the anticipated A.S. Dental Hygiene program. 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.

Virtual Physical Therapist Assistant Information Session
2023-03-06 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.

Emergency Medical Services Information Session
2023-03-06 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
2023-03-06 09:00 - 10:00 | 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.

Add/drop Period for Spring B
2023-03-06 | FL
If you wish to add or drop any classes for the spring B semester, the add and drop period begins on March 6.

Spring B Semesters Begin
2023-03-06 | FL
Spring B classes begin on March 6.

Levy Preview Day
2023-03-02 10:00 - 13:00 | Levy Campus, 15390 N.W. Highway 19, Chiefland, 32626
Join us for the Levy Campus Preview Day on Thursday, March 2, 10 a.m.-1 p.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 explore 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.

Last Admit Date for Spring B
2023-03-02 | FL
The last admit date for our spring B semesters is March 2.

CF Road Scholars: Study Abroad Ireland Information Session
2023-03-01 18:00 - 19:30 | 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 and more. Details about the program and how to join will be discussed.
This session will be held Wednesday, March 1, at 6 p.m. on the Ocala campus, Building 8, Room 110.
Learn more about the CF Road Scholars program here.

Women's History Open Mic
2023-03-01 12:30 - 13:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
Join the Student Activities Board in the Learning Resources Center (Building 3) for a Women’s History open mic event at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, March 1.
Students are encouraged to share their art, read poems, sing and otherwise express themselves. $10 Chick-Fil-A gift cards will be give away to those that share. Cliff’s Café will also provide a slice of pie in honor of Pi Day and hot tea/coffee for the first 100 students.
This open mic will feature former SAB Member and published poet Jessyca Thibault who will share some of her poetry. Some of her books will be given away as prizes.

“History of the Colonial Period” Patriot Project Lecture
2023-03-01 12:30 - 13:30 | FL
Join us for “History of the Colonial Period” on Wednesday, March 1, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Webber Center. CF faculty members Jay Thompson and Jennifer Ambrosia will discuss Colonial history.
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.

Virtual Surgical Services Information Session
2023-03-01 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.

“Neptune Frost” Ocala Campus Screening
2023-02-28 19:00 | 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 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

“Neptune Frost”(NR, Rwanda/USA, 2021, 105 min.)
This sci-fi punk musical, produced by Lin-Manuel Miranda, is set in the African country of Burundi, where an intersex runaway and a miner fall in love and form an anti-colonialist computer hacker collective. They find solidarity through a dynamic Afrofuturist vision exploring the states of past and present, male and female, and colonized and free. 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.

Ocala Preview Day
2023-02-28 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, Feb. 28, 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 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 explore 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.

“Neptune Frost” Appleton Screening
2023-02-28 14:00 | Appleton Museum of Art, 4333 E Silver Springs Blvd, Ocala, 34470

Spring A Classes End
2023-02-28 | All Campuses
The end of spring A classes Feb. 28.

Levy Craft Day
2023-02-27 12:30 - 13:30 | Levy Campus, 15390 N.W. Highway 19, Chiefland, 32626
Feeling crafty?
The Levy Campus Student Activity Board invites you to a Spring Craft Day on Monday, Feb. 27, 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the Levy Student Lounge. Come show off your inner artist with henna tattoos, painting projects like clay pots and birdhouses. Plus enjoy some music and snacks!

Blood Drive at the Citrus Campus
2023-02-27 09:00 - 13:00 | Citrus Campus, 3800 S. Lecanto Highway, Lecanto, FL, 34461, United States
Help save a life! CF will be hosting a blood drive on Monday, Feb. 27, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Citrus Campus in front of the Charles S. Dean Sr. Educational Center.

Virtual Dental Hygiene Information Session
2023-02-23 09:00 - 10:00 | Online
Join CF faculty and staff for a virtual information session to learn more about the anticipated A.S. Dental Hygiene program. 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.

The CF Debra Vasquez Memorial Poetry Series Hosts Adrian Matejka
2023-02-22 19:00 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The CF Debra Vasquez Memorial Poetry Series will host poet Adrian Matejka, who will read from his collection on Wednesday, Feb. 22,7 p.m. in the Dassance Fine Arts Center on the CF Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road.
An earlier reading will take place 12:30 p.m. in Building 8, Room 110 on the CF Ocala Campus. Both readings are free and open to the public.
Born in Germany to a military family, Matejka grew up in Indiana. The editor of Poetry magazine earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from Southern Illinois University and served as Indiana’s poet laureate in 2018-2019. He also has fellowships from the Academy of American Poets, the Guggenheim Foundation, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Rockefeller Foundation.
Matejka’s most recent collection of poems, “Somebody Else Sold the World,” was a finalist for the 2022 Rilke Prize. His third collection of poems, “The Big Smoke,” was awarded the 2014 Anisfield-Wolf Book Award and was a finalist for the 2013 National Book Award, 2014 Hurston/Wright Legacy Award and 2014 Pulitzer Prize in poetry. He has collaborated on mixed media projects, and his first graphic novel, “Last on his Feet,” will be released this year.
For more information, contact Sandra Cooper at ext. 1361 or coopersa@cf.edu.

Virtual Dental Assisting Information Session
2023-02-22 15:00 - 16:00 | 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.

The CF Debra Vasquez Memorial Poetry Series Hosts Adrian Matejka Student Reading
2023-02-22 12:30 | Ocala Campus, 3001 SW College Rd, Ocala, FL, 34474, United States
The CF Debra Vasquez Memorial Poetry Series will host poet Adrian Matejka, who will read from his collection on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 12:30 p.m. in Building 8, Room 110 on the CF Ocala Campus, 3001 S.W. College Road.
A later reading will be held at 7 p.m. in the Dassance Fine Arts Center on the CF Ocala Campus. Both readings are free and open to the public.
Born in Germany to a military family, Matejka grew up in Indiana. The editor of Poetry magazine earned a Master of Fine Arts degree from Southern Illinois University and served as Indiana’s poet laureate in 2018-2019. He also has fellowships from the Academy of American Poets, the Guggenheim Foundation, the National Endowment for the Arts and the Rockefeller Foundation.
Matejka’s most recent collection of poems, “Somebody Else Sold the World,” was a finalist for the 2022 Rilke Prize. His third collection of poems, “The Big Smoke,” was awarded the 2014 Anisfield-Wolf Book Award and was a finalist for the 2013 National Book Award, 2014 Hurston/Wright Legacy Award and 2014 Pulitzer Prize in poetry. He has collaborated on mixed media projects, and his first graphic novel, “Last on his Feet,” will be released this year.
For more information, contact Sandra Cooper at ext. 1361 or coopersa@cf.edu.

Why CF? Virtual Information Session
2023-02-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Online
Get a feel for what it’s like to be a CF Patriot in this 45-minute information session. You’ll find out about why CF should be your first choice for college and get a crash course in the application process. Plus, all attendees will get a waiver allowing them to apply for free!
