Order textbooks for the spring semester by Wednesday, Nov. 1. If you do not place and order, a textbook WILL NOT be ordered. The system will not automatically order the book you used in the previous semester. If you DON'T USE A TEXTBOOK, notify Debbie Doyle so that she can indicate that in the bookstore system. Click the link below for step-by-step instructions on how to submit textbook orders.

Each year the College of Sciences recognizes alumni who deserve recognition for their positive contributions. Each unit in COS has an awardee for the "AlumKnight" award. This award needs nominations for NSC alumni. It will go to a person who has made a substantive impact in his/her discipline/area of expertise, has excelled greatly and/or who has made a substantive and positive impact on the world in some fashion. Please submit names and any easily ascertainable information about the individual (e.g., CV/resume, bio, etc.) to Boyd Dec. 1.   

Equality Florida, the largest civil rights organization for Florida's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) community, is pleased to announce it's 20 year anniversary. In celebration, Equality Florida invites you to the 2017 Greater Orlando Gala, starting at 8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 3 at the Orlando Museum of Art, located at 2416 North Mills Ave. Advanced tickets are available for purchase for $100, and $125 at the door. Students with a valid ID can purchase a ticket at the door for $50. Sponsorship begins at $500, and includes complimentary tickets. Click below for RSVP details and for more information about Equality Florida, visit http://www.eqfl.org.

UCF's annual United Way campaign offers faculty and staff the opportunity to join together to make a positive impact on the communities where they live, work and play. This years goal is $200,000. Donating a little can go a long way, and it can even be rewarding. Faculty and staff can donate a minimum of $2 to take advantage of the payroll deduction, and you can donate a minimum of $52 if giving to a specific charity. Please help our neighbors in need by giving today!

Students from Puerto Rico in need of a primary access point to UCF may call 855-903-8576. UCF is providing coaches to help prospective students gain access to the institution and to triage their needs for support and other services at UCF. More details about access and about UCF's own hurricane relief efforts are available through the button below.

Join Jana Jasinski, Ph.D., as she discusses the violent victimization among homeless women living in Florida. The event is scheduled for at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 26 in the physical sciences building, room 161. This presentation is part of the UCF Science Cafe series and is a great opportunity for networking and discussion. Please click the link below to RSVP for the event. 

The Fall 2017 deadline for Marchioli Collective Impact Innovation Award nominations is 5 p.m., Friday, Oct. 27.

The UCF Office of Diversity and Inclusion, “Be You” Storytelling Project, will bring Dr. Olga Molina to the circle from 2 - 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 15 in Teaching Academy Room 130. Join the discussion for cookies and a chance to hear Dr. Molina’s personal story as part of a Cuban immigrant family and her professional work supporting UCF students and the diverse community of Central Florida. For more information, contact the Office of Diversity and Inclusion.

The 2018 Joseph C. Andrews mentoring celebration will be held at 8 a.m., Monday, Jan. 29.  This recognition program will feature writer, civil rights commentator and activist, Shaun King, and highlight the accomplishments of the mentoring programs at UCF. If you are interested in attending, please contact Jane Ingalls.

The UCF walking club is scheduled to meet six more times this semester. The club will meet at the UCF Reflecting Pond on October 23, 24, and 30 at 5:30 p.m., as well as on October 25 during your time of choosing. Is there a contact person