2012 University of Central Florida

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2012 University of Central Florida
UNIVERSITY PARENT
GUIDE
2012 University of Central Florida
CAMPUS RESOURCES – LOCAL INSIGHT – HELPFUL INFORMATION
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UCF Guide
Comprehensive advice, information for campus success
Welcome to the Univerisity of Central Florida
Annual Fund
Traditional Programs
Alumni Association, Student Programs
Office of Experiential Learning
Study Abroad
Resources for Academic Success
Career Services
Registrar’s Office
Student Resources
Campus Safety
Health and Wellness Services
Housing and Dining
Recreation and Wellness Center
Parking and Transportation
Support Services
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UCF GUIDE
UCF GUIDE
Welcome to the University
of Central Florida
President’s Letter
Dear Family Member:
Welcome to the University of Central
Florida. We are delighted that your
student has joined one of the fastestgrowing universities in America.
UCF stands for opportunity. To take
advantage of all the opportunities
UCF offers, students must first pursue
studies seriously. They should prepare
for classes and attend them regularly,
and, when they need it, students should
seek help and advice. You will be
pleasantly surprised by how many people
want to help our students succeed.
Because a university education also
extends beyond the walls of the
classroom, laboratory, and studio, we
encourage our students to participate in
extracurricular activities. More than 400
student clubs and organizations offer
chances to engage. Full participation
in the university community will assure
that students complete their degree
on schedule and join a dynamic group
of more than 200,000 alumni.
We are so pleased that your student has
decided to become a UCF Knight, and we
are proud to have you in our UCF Family.
Cordially yours,
John C. Hitt
President
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Annual
Fund
UCF GUIDE
Transitional
Programs
$
(407) 882-1363
www.foundation.ucf.edu
First Year Advising
and Exploration
Private support is a key factor
in ensuring that educational
opportunities are available
to all UCF students. Gifts to
the UCF Fund, no matter the
size, strengthen numerous
areas across campus including
undergraduate and graduate
scholarships, technology
upgrades, student study
areas, library resources,
and student and faculty
achievement awards.
(407) 823-3789
Howard Phillips Hall, Room 116
http://fyae.sdes.ucf.edu/
First Year Advising and Exploration (FYAE)
assist students in their transition to college
and throughout their first year in college.
Each incoming student is assigned a
professional first year academic advisor
to serve as a resource in their transition
to UCF, clarify academic requirements,
explore and declare a major, develop short
and long term goals, discuss academic
progress, develop a program of study, and
assist with the registration process for
classesFirst-time-in-college students who
enter the university without a declared
major will also be advised by FYAE
advisors. Our Major Exploration Program
(MEP) assists students to explore majors
and careers through on-line assessments,
specific advising programs for undeclared
students and assistance through the
Career Services office. Undeclared
students are strongly encouraged to
connect with their academic advisor
often through this exploration time period
to discuss your online self-assessment
results and learn about resources to help
you with the major exploration process.
The Parent and Family
Fund provides vital
financial support to
enhance academic
experiences within and
beyond the classroom.
It enriches the entire
student body through
supporting Creed Grants,
green initiatives, facility
improvements, as well
as, areas of greatest
need across campus.
First Year Experience
(407) 823-5105
Howard Phillips Hall, Suite 216
www.fye.ucf.edu
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The First Year Experience Office
(combining orientation with extended
first year transition programs including
PegasusPalooza, Family Weekend,
LINK/Ultimate Knight and the Strategies
for Success course) assists entering
freshmen and transfer students with
their transition to the University of
Central Florida by providing information
about student services, campus life,
academic support, academic advising,
and registration. In addition, LINK/
Ultimate Knight assists freshmen in their
transition by creating, coordinating and
promoting campus-wide co-curricular
educational programming and activities.
Each year, a group of specially trained
student leaders is selected to serve
on the Orientation Team. Students are
selected to serve based on academic
standing, outstanding leadership,
communication, and teamwork skills.
Students may also elect to participate
in a First Year Experience course (SLS
1501) that deals with transition issues
such as study skills, time management,
campus involvement, career planning,
diversity, and numerous other topics.
It is a three-credit elective course
that counts toward graduation.
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LINK
Transfer and Transition Services
(407) 823-5105
Howard Phillips Hall, Suite 216
www.link.ucf.edu
(407) 823-2231
Student Hotline: (407) 823-5959
Howard Phillips Hall, Suite 221
tservices@ucf.edu
www.transfer.sdes.ucf.edu
Learning and Interacting with New
Knights (LINK) First Year Experience
Program assists freshman college
students with their transition to the
University of Central Florida (UCF) by
creating, coordinating and promoting
campus-wide co-curricular educational
programs that enhance students’
personal and academic success.
LINK is designed to guide freshmen
through the rigors of the first year of
college. In collaboration with other UCF
student support programs, departments,
and student organizations, LINK identifies
educational and social opportunities that
all first year students should participate in.
These co-curricular events complement
the in-class academic experience and help
first year students build community and
develop the skills to succeed in college.
Transfer and Transition Services (TTS)
assists transfer students with academic
and transition advising before, during,
and after their transfer to UCF. Staff
and Peer Mentors provide advising and
advocacy for students through orientation
advising and assistance during their
transition to the university. TTS also
advises undeclared juniors and seniors,
students changing majors, and students
not admitted to limited access programs.
TTS staff and Peer Mentors advise
by appointment, walk-in, telephone,
and e-mail. We provide the following
services and resources:
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Support and advocacy for
transfer students before and
after they enroll at UCF
Transfer Success Workshop
series to connect students with
the UCF campus community
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TTS helps with:
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Transfer concerns
and questions
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Critical academic/transfer policies
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Course equivalences
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Connections to the
campus community
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Resources promoting
student success
programs that guide students towards the
declaration of a major (or minor), connect
students to appropriate campus resources
and services, and assist students with
their progression towards graduation
from UCF.Targeted student populations
for these individualized support services
include first-time-in-college students
entering UCF with 30 or more college
credits completed via AP, IB, CLEP, and/
or dual enrollment,undeclared sophomore
and second year students, and
students seeking to explore a different
degree (major) program of study.
Parents are invited to contact the office
for other information and assistance.
The student hotline provides access for
students to connect with advisors.
Sophomore and Second
Year Center (SSYC)
(407) 823-3375
Howard Phillips Hall, Room 215
sophomore@ucf.edu
www.ssyc.sdes.ucf.edu
The Sophomore & Second Year Center
office mission is to retain sophomore and
second year students at UCF by providing
academic advising, support services, and
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Office of
Experiential
Learning
(407) 823-2667
CSEL, Suite 300
www.oel.ucf.edu
Alumni Association,
Student Programs
4EVER KNIGHTS (4EK) Student
Alumni Association
(407) UCF-ALUM (823-2586)
Alumni Scholarship Program
www.ucfalumni.com
The UCF Alumni Association
welcomes you to UCF. We have
two great opportunities for your
student — getting connected to
4EVER KNIGHTS and the Alumni
Scholarship Program. Connect your
student to these programs today and
become part of the UCF family.
4EVER KNIGHTS (4EK)
Student Alumni Association
As one of the largest student
organizations on campus, 4EK is a
valuable resource and networking tool
to connect your student to alumni.
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The Office of Experiential Learning (OEL)
assists students to apply what they are
learning in their classes and gain realworld experience related to their major,
or career goal through co-op, internship,
and service-learning courses. Through
these courses, students learn course
content through major-related learning
experiences; apply classroom theory
in real-world settings; develop relevant
academic, personal and professional
skills; gain additional education through
professional supervisors and mentors;
clarify academic goals and interests;
and enhance the potential for future
success. Students may earn credit if
it will apply to their degree program
and may earn competitive salaries.
OEL offers advising, discipline-related
resume/interviewing preparation,
workshops, on-line postings, referrals,
course registration, and course
instruction. Students may apply
online and walk-in from 8:30 – 4:30
Monday-Friday to see OEL faculty.
For example, at 4EK’s Knight of Success,
students can learn from a panel of UCF
alumni about their paths to success.
Through FUN events such as 4EK
Socials, Movie Knights, Oozefest (mud
volleyball) and Homecoming, 4EK
members are able to connect to each
other. There are also scholarships and
leadershipopportunities available.
As a 4EK member, your student will
also receive great benefits including
a 4EK lanyard with membership key
card, FREE scantrons, local restaurant
discounts (on and off campus), 15% off
logo merchandise at the UCF campus
bookstores, 10% off everything at
CB&S bookstores (off campus), monthly
4EK e-newsletters and much more!
Scholarship details and applications
can be found online at
www.ucfalumni.com/scholarships.
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Study Abroad
UCF GUIDE
(407) 882-2300
Millican Hall, Room 150
www.international.ucf.edu
The Office of International Studies
administrates UCF study abroad options.
Participants in the variety of UCF
programs can earn regular credits for their
course work. Tuition and program fees are
paid directly to UCF. There are two main
types of UCF administered programs,
short term and Reciprocal Student
Exchanges. Admission requirements
vary depending on the program.
Short-term programs are regular, UCF
faculty led courses that have been
modified to take advantage of the
geographic and cultural details of a
location outside the US. There are a
variety of options for different interests
and budgets. The programs vary in
length (from a week to a semester) and
have single or multiple instruction sites
Student exchanges are programs where
students from UCF attend a university
abroad while students from the partner
university come to UCF, each earning
credit at their home university. The
partner institutions and their coursework
have been evaluated to ensure that
participants in these programs will have
an educational experience consistent
with UCF standards Semester and
academic year exchange programs are
open to qualifying juniors, seniors or
graduate students who would like to
have an extensive experience abroad.
Students can apply most financial aid to
UCF Study Abroad programs. Additionally,
students may apply for some UCF
administered scholarships, as well as
other non-UCF funded ones. For more
information on study abroad, go to
www.studyabroad.ucf.edu
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Supplemental Instruction in
over 15 subject areas
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Peer Tutoring in over 15 subject areas
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Final Review Sessions
during Finals Week
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On-Line General Knowledge
Test Preparation
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General Knowledge Math
Workshop Series
Academic Advising
Resources
for Academic
Success
Student Academic
Resource Center (SARC)
(407) 823-5130
Howard Phillips Hall, Room 113
sarc@ucf.edu
www.sarc.sdes.ucf.edu
SARC provides the following services
at no charge to UCF students:
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Academic Advising:
- Pegasus Success Program
- College Achievement Program
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Learning Skills Assistance:
- Mastering College Level
Coursework Seminars (Fee to
participate)
- Academic Success Workshop Series
- One-on-One Learning
Skills Consultations
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UCF has many academic advising
resources. Academic advisors are
faculty, professionals, and peers who
are dedicated to helping students
make a successful academic transition
and complete their degree in a timely
manner. Academic advising is one of
the most important services provided
at UCF and can impact a student’s
successful progression to graduation.
Academic Advising is a process that
assists students in the clarification of
life goals and the translation of these
goals into education plans. Students are
provided with assistance as they explore
educational opportunities and develop
educational plans and objectives. First
year students at the University of Central
Florida (UCF) are assigned to an academic
advisor during their freshman year,
and as they progress academicallywill
be transitioned to the academic
advisors in the college of their major.
All first year students at UCF will
be assigned to one of the following
academic advising offices:
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Academic Services for
Student Athletes (ASSA)
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First Year Advising and
Exploration (FYAE)
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Sophomore and Second
Year Center (SSYC)
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Tutoring
(407) 823-5130
Student Academic Resource
Center (SARC)
Howard Phillips Hall, Room 113
sarc@ucf.edu
www.sarc.sdes.ucf.edu
SARC provides students with free peer
tutoring services at 3 facilities (SARC,
VARC and CECS) in over 40 different
subject areas, focusing mainly on STEM
and Business courses. Subject areas
tutored include accounting, astronomy,
biology, chemistry, physics and statistics.
SARC strives to be student-centered by
encouraging active learning; therefore,
peer tutoring is typically conducted
in a group setting. SARC peer tutors
are undergraduate students who have
earned a high grade in the class they
are tutoring and have received an
outstanding recommendation from a
UCF faculty member. No appointments
are necessary at SARC peer tutoring.
Transfer Students
Transfer students needing assistance
can contact the office of Transfer and
Transition Services (Howard Phillips Hall 221,
(407) 823-5959) for general advising and
referral information, as well as specific
advising for transfer students who are
undeclared, undecided, or changing
majors. Peer Mentors also work in the
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office to assist new transfer students in
making a successful transition to UCF.
Please, visit http://transfer.sdes.ucf.edu
or send an email to tmentor@ucf.edu
for more information. Transfer students
receive academic advising in the college
or department of their major. In many
cases, faculty members serve as advisors.
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SARC also offers Supplemental Instruction
(SI), a series of free weekly study sessions
for students taking historically difficult
courses such as chemistry, biology,
physics, anatomy, and geology. Attending
SI sessions is voluntary and is a chance
to get together with other students to
compare notes, to discuss important
concepts, to develop strategies for
studying and learning the subject, and
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to self-test prior
to an exam. At
each SI session,
the SI leader,
a competent
student who has
previously taken
and passed the
course, will guide
students through
the course material
and demonstrate
the most effective
skills to apply to
the course content.
Math Lab
(407) 823-3489
MAP 113
The goal of the Math Lab is to offer
the highest quality service to students
requiring assistance in lower-level
mathematics classes up to and including
differential equations. We promote an
atmosphere that is conducive to learning,
which makes the lab an ideal place for
those wanting to work on a homework
assignment or study for an upcoming
exam. We also have solution manuals for
many of the courses with which we assist.
Past results have shown that regular
attendance of the Math Lab can make a
difference in gaining a higher grade, so
we strongly recommend that students take
advantage of the resources available.
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University Writing Center (UWC)
Orlando
(407) 823-2197
Colbourn (CNH) 101 / Mod 8-608
http://uwc.ucf.edu/
Cocoa Beach
(321) 433-7873
Brevard Community College
- UCF Writing Center
Library 221A
Daytona Beach
(386) 506-3297
Daytona State College UCF Writing Center
Building 200, Room 107
UCF GUIDE
The University Writing Center (UWC) has
a dual mission. One goal is to provide
free individual and small-group writing
assistance to UCF students, faculty, and
staff from first-year to graduate in every
discipline. A second aim is to engage
peer writing consultants in a rich teaching
and learning experience, via on-going
education and professional development
in writing center research, theory, and
practice. Our purpose is not merely to
fix papers or to make better writers, but
to facilitate understanding of complex,
situated writing practices, in and outside
the University. To that end, the UWC
coordinates writing support with the
First-Year Composition Program and the
Writing Across the Curriculum Program.
Writers may schedule an appointment
via our website or by phone. Walkins are also welcome. Consultations
are scheduled for 30-45 minutes.
Career
Services
Regardless of where you are in
the career development process,
Career Services can help you with
information and resources to insure
that decisions made today lead to
job satisfaction tomorrow. Career
Services offers a comprehensive
range of services to help UCF students
reach their academic and career
goals. A staff of career specialists
will guide you through this planning
process by assisting you with:
(407) 823-2361
Career Services Experiential
Learning Building
www.career.ucf.edu
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Choosing and confirming
educational and career choices
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Gaining career-related experience
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Developing effective
job search skills
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Searching for full-time employment
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Researching and applying to
graduate or professional schools
College of Engineering and
Computer Science Outreach
Office & Tutoring Center
(407) 823-3466
ENGR 1, Room 281
natasha.ford@ucf.edu
www.sarc.sdes.ucf.edu
The College of Engineering and Computer
Science offers its students tutoring for
Statics, Dynamics, Thermodynamics,
Principles of Electrical Engineering,
Physics for Engineers I and II, Computer
Programming, Computer Science I,
Probability of Statistics, and more.
The CECS Engineering Tutoring
Center is open Monday through
Thursday from 8:00am until 7:00pm
and 8:00am to 5:00pm on Fridays.
Walk-ins are encouraged; please
consult the current tutoring schedule to
determine when tutors will be available.
No appointments are necessary. The
schedule is located outside the CECS
Engineering Tutoring Center, Room 281,
and available on the SARC website.
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Registrar’s
Office
(407) 823-3100
Millican Hall, Room 161
registrar@ucf.edu
www.registrar.ucf.edu
Transcript Requests
Address Changes
Bookstore
To obtain an official transcript, please
go to: http://registrar.ucf.edu/forms/
transcript_request/ and read how to
order your official UCF transcripts.
Once you are into my.ucf.edu you can
go to Student Self Service > Student
Center. Pull down the menu for “other
academic…”, choose “Transcripts: Request
Official” and click on the >> button.
There you will see the instructions for
ordering your official transcripts.
Permanent addresses, current mailing
addresses, and email addresses may
be changed online through myUCF at
https://my.ucf.edu or at the Registrar’s
Office (MH 161). It is the student’s
responsibility to submit address
changes to the University each
and every time they occur.
(407) 823-2665
UCF Bookstore
(407) UCF-BOOK
John T. Washington Center
University of Central Florida
Student
Resources
(407) 882-0365
Barnes &Noble @ UCF
Next to the UCF Arena
www.ucf.bncollege.com
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A portion of your bookstore
purchase* goes to support UCF!
Your on-campus bookstores are your One
Stop Shops for all of your college needs.
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And much more! *
Your UCF Bookstore offers
the following services:
* Ask a bookseller for details
** Visit my.ucf.edu for
Opt-In program details
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Online Textbook Ordering at
www.ucf.bncollege.com
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Registration Integration for easy
textbook ordering at my.ucf.edu
Computer Services
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Largest selection of
USED textbooks
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Lowest Textbook Pricing
Guaranteed Program*
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Textbook Rental Program*
(407) 823-2129
Computer Center I & II
Check our website for latest hours and
contact information! Go to www.cst.ucf.
edu and click on Student Computer Labs.
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Financial Aid Textbook
Purchase Opt-In Program**
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All required course materials and
school supplies
Traditional Computer Labs:
(407) 823-2129
Computer Center I, Room 106,
Business Building 1, Room 148,
Classroom Building 1, Room 101.
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Superstore selection of over 20,000
general reading books at superstore
pricing & afree/special order service
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Dell Computers
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A full service cafe featuring
Starbucks® coffee
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Scanners
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Mono & Color printing
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Year-round textbook buyback
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Wireless setup assistance
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Largest selection of UCF
Apparel in the world!
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PID/NID/Password reset assistance
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Software assistance
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UCF Computer Store: (407) 823-5603
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Online at www.cstore.ucf.edu
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Convenient online shopping for our
educational discounted items.
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Resources and links to support
technology selection and purchasing
Technology Service Center:
Computer Center II, Room 118
(Check-in/pick-up available at
Student Support Desk.)
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Full service computer
repairs and upgrades
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Dell and Apple authorized
warranty service center
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Repair and upgrades with
speedy service of memory,
hard drives, software
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Virus and Spyware removal
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Notebook Loaner program
(depending on supply) for customers
with computers in repair
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55,000 e-books, and 17,000 current
serials subscriptions including 10,500
online. The Library’s collections also
include a traditional print collection
of over 1.8 million volumes, 3 million
microforms, 45,000 media titles, and
partial depository collections of Federal
and Florida government publications.
The Library is open approximately
105 hours per week including
evenings and weekends.
The Knowledge Commons, located on
the main floor of the University Library, is
filled with learning, study, collaboration,
research, and consultation environments.
It features 196 desktop PCs and 479 seats,
many with immediate access to power.
Banking Services
(407) 207-8110
SunTrust Bank, Central Florida
John T. Washington Center
(Across from the Bookstore)
www.SunTrust.com
Hours: M, T, W, R, F 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Library
(407) 823-2580
University Library
www.library.ucf.edu
The University Library maintains rapidly
growing collections of electronic
resources, including over 1000 databases,
Sign up today for a SunTrust checking
account with your valid student ID and
become instantly eligible for special
On-campus offers and benefits.
Police
Non-Emergency (407) 823-5555
Libra Drive
Emergency (Police, Fire, or Medical): 9-1-1
Crime Prevention/Community Outreach
Office across from UCF Bookstore
www.police.ucf.edu
UCF Credit Union - Campus Office
(407) 823-3176
John T. Washington Center
(Across from the Bookstore)
www.ucfbanking.com
Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday,
and Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
As a student at UCF, you are eligible to
take advantage of any of our financial
services. We offer Free Checking, Savings,
CD’s, Credit Cards, Auto Loans, Student
Loans, and much, much more. As a
non-profit institution, our goal is to help
you build a strong financial base to help
you have a strong financial future.
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Campus Safety
University of Central Florida
A complete overview of police services
and crime prevention information is
available in a free brochure titled, “Annual
Security & Fire Safety Report.”This
brochure reveals UCF crime statistics,
the Emergency Alert System, a statement
regarding Missing Persons who live on
campus housing, the Fire Safety Report
in accordance with the Federal Crime
Awareness and Security act of 1990,
available on the police website. The
University employs law enforcement
officersto protect and serve our students
and employees. Uniformed officers patrol
the campus, Knights Circle, Pointe at
Central, and Rosen Center apartments,
and the new Medical Center at Lake Nona,
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24 hours, 365 days a year in marked
patrol vehicles, bicycle patrol, and foot
patrol. Each officer is professionally
trained and certified through a police
academy. They are empowered by law
to make arrests on the property under
control of the University. The University
Police Department also has Mutual
Aid Agreements with neighboring
jurisdictions in case of emergencies when
requested. Police reports and code of
conduct violations are sent to the Office
of Student Rights and Responsibilities.
The UCF Police also provide
the following services:
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Student Escort Patrol Service
(SEPS): An evening escort
service, call (407) 823-2424. 7
p.m.- 1 a.m., Sunday-Thursday.
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Advocate Services Unit: Civilian
Victim Advocates provide:
emotional support, information
& referrals, and educational
services, call (407) 823-2425.
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Health and Wellness Services
Health Services
Each prescription is monitored
for duplicate therapy, drug
allergies and interactions.
The Health Center
(407) 823-2701
Counseling
www.hs.ucf.edu
UCF Health Services is accredited by The
Accreditation Association for Ambulatory
Health Care. The mission of Health
Services is to provide excellent healthcare
that delivers value and promotes lifelong
well-being to the UCF community.
Located on the southeast side of campus
near the Libra residence halls, this
outpatient facility provides primary and
limited specialty care services to the UCF
community. Registered UCF students
can use the Health Center regardless of
health insurance coverage. As a courtesy,
insurance claims are filed by our office.
Students are required to pay a statemandated health fee each semester. The
health fee entitles students to unlimited
visits with Health Services’ physicians
without an office charge and provides
discounts on diagnostic tests, various
medical procedures, pharmacy products
and other services at the Health Center.
Services include primary care, a
women’s clinic, immunizations and travel
clinic, x-ray and laboratory services,
allergy clinic, psychiatry, clinical
dietitian services, sports medicine,
ultrasound and minor surgeries.
Counseling Center
(407) 823-2811
www.counseling.sdes.ucf.edu
The Health Center is open six days a week
(Fall & Spring). Please check our website
for current operating hours as well as
community resources for afterhours care.
The Counseling Center offers limited
counseling services to currently
enrolled students. The services of the
Counseling Center are designed to
promote psychological well-being and
academic success. Each student is
eligible to receive an initial assessment
that will result in recommendations
about appropriate services either
at our Center and/or elsewhere on
campus or in the community.
The Dental Center
(407) 823-1635
Located on the second floor of the
Health Center, the UCF Dental Center is
a state-of-the-art dental facility where
quality and affordability are combined
in a nurturing, soothing environment.
While we accept most PPO dental
insurance plans, registered UCF
students can use the Dental Center for
preventive, restorative and cosmetic
dental services regardless of dental
insurance coverage. Charges are
less than in the local community.
The UCF Pharmacy & Knight Aide
(407) 823-6337
The UCF Pharmacy and Knight Aide
are state of the art facilities, staffed
with Pharmacists passionate about
patient education and providing
excellent customer service. Patients are
individually counseled and provided
with written drug information.
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The Counseling Center offers the
following counseling services:
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Personal Counseling
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Crisis Intervention Services
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Outreach Presentation Services
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Couples/Conjoint Counseling
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Graduate Student Training Program
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Group Counseling
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Consultation Services (available to
consult with parents and faculty)
Crisis-line information:
If you (or a friend) are experiencing
distress and need someone to talk with in
the middle of the night or on the weekend,
call the Counseling Center’s main
number (407) 823-2811, press #5 and be
immediately connected to a live therapist.
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Wellness and Health
Promotion Services
Insurance Program for Students
(407) 823-5841 or (407) 823-2924
Suite 111 of RWC and Counseling
Building (south entrance)
www.wellness.sdes.ucf.edu;
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(407) 823-1649
Health Center
Wellness & Health Promotion Services
provides student assistance and
intervention around alcohol and other
substance use, wellness services
and a variety of health promotion
programs aimed at helping students
“be well to do well”.Our mission is to
promote low risk and healthy decisions
that lead to personal and academic
success and an environment that
supports a healthy lifestyle for all.
Services available to all students include:
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Alcohol and other substance use
education, screening, assessment,
brief intervention and referral.
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Relaxation Training Program
using state of the art
biofeedback technology
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Certified Massage Therapy
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Nutrition education by
Registered Dietitian
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HIV Testing and Risk
Reduction Counseling
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Smoking cessation assistance
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Assistance with compulsive
gambling and computer use
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Peer advocacy and education by
trained Peer Advocates on a wide
variety of health and wellness topics
including health huts, wellness
workshops and social media
University of Central Florida
Health Services
The United Healthcare Student Resources
Health Insurance Plan provides (up
to limits specific within the Plan):
Alcohol and Other
Drug Programming
COUN; (407) 823-0879/ (407) 823-5841
www.aod.sdes.ucf.edu
Alcohol and Other Drug Education,
Prevention, and Wellness offers
comprehensive behavioral health to
assist every UCF student in being a
“Healthy Knight.” Alcohol and Other Drug
Education, Prevention, and Wellness
recognizes the role of lifestyle in
health, academic success, and disease
prevention by offering a wide range
of health promotion and intervention
services. A variety of services are
provided, including education, prevention,
alcohol and other drug assessment and
evaluation, short term intervention, and
referrals for treatment, along with HIV
counseling, massage, and biofeedback.
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Hospitalization, surgery,
physician’s visits
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Laboratory, x-ray, physiotherapy,
psychotherapy
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Prescription drugs
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Routine annual exams
This plan provides coverage for students
while at school, home within the U.S.
and abroad. Undergraduate students
taking a minimum of 6 credit hours and
Non-supported Graduate students
taking 3 credit hours are eligible to enroll
in this insurance plan. The premiums
are very competitive when compared
to similar policies. Newly enrolled
students may purchase coverage at the
start of their first semester.Otherwise,
open enrollment is held annually at
the beginning of the Fall semester.
For specific plan information, fees,
and enrollment please visit:
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Whether you live on-campus or
commute to school, we have a plan
that’s right for you! Meal Plans allow you
to connect with friends and have fun
in a safe and relaxing environment.
Housing
and Dining
Housing and Residence Life
(407) 823-4663
Housing Administration Building
housing@ucf.edu
www.housing.ucf.edu
The Department of Housing and
Residence Life is a fundamental
component of student’s collegiate
experience and we are committed to
providing a qualified and diverse staff
dedicated to the university mission.
Our staff aims to foster a welcoming
environment where individual
differences are shared and explored.
The Department of Housing and
Residence Life has staff available 24
hours a day to assist your needs. Each
floor in a residence hall or building
in the apartment areas is staffed
with a Resident Assistant (RA). Get
to know your RA! RAs are available
to answer questions, help with
roommate concerns, plan programs,
and enforce policies. The Department
of Housing and Residence Life has
designed several special interest
communities to complement the
students’ UCF academic experience.
These partnerships were designed to
create living-learning environments
outside of the classroom.
Each community has a duty line
that is answered 24 hours a day.
From midnight to 8 a.m., the
Resident Hall and Apartment Patrol
(RHAPs) will help students who are
locked out or need assistance.
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Meal Plan
(407) 823-2651
UCF Dining Services
Ferrell Commons, Room 109
www.ucfdining.com
NEVER GO HUNGRY,
ALWAYS HAVE A PLAN!
Between classes and studying, who
has time to worry about cooking? Relax,
we know how you feel, and we’ve put
together some dining options just for
you. UCF Dining Services, the food
service provider for UCF, offers meal
plans that fit every student’s lifestyle.
University of Central Florida
The All Access Meal Plan is
recommended for all resident students
and is the most economical, flexible
and convenient way to eat on campus!
Choose from the All Access 5 (Monday
through Friday) or the All Access 7
(Monday through Sunday) - depending
on what your schedule is like throughout
the semester. No need to count how
many meals you’ve used or how many
you have left, just swipe and go! UCF
Dining’s All Access Meal Plans provide
you with a VIP pass to UCF’s residential
dining halls, any time of day or night
the facilities are open. It’s more than
breakfast, lunch or dinner. You’ll make
new friends over lattes or meet your study
group in the evening for ice cream. If you
don’t have time to sit down and eat, you
can always get your meal to go. This year,
our new reusable to-go boxes are given
for free with each meal plan for added
convenience and to help reduce waste
on-campus. In addition to accessing
unlimited meals at The Marketplace
and Knightro’s dining halls, you may
also use your Meal Plan for (1) lunch
swipe and (1) dinner swipe at Knightstop
Convenience Store in the Student Union
and Java City located in the UCF Library.
For those students who do not
need All Access, we offer meal
plans that provide a set number of
meals per week or per semester.
HUNGRY FOR MORE DETAILS?
Give us a call at (407) 823-2651 or
visit us at www.ucfdining.com.
Stop by and see us in the Dining
Services Office located in Ferrell
Commons, Room #109 or talk to a
Dining Knight during Orientation!
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Parking and Transportation
Parking Services
(407) 823-5812
Parking Garage B
decals@ucf.edu
www.parking.ucf.edu
The Parking Services Office has the
responsibility of maintaining all parking
facilities on campus and enforcing the
university’s parking regulations. Any
vehicle parked on the campus is subject
to university parking regulations and state
law. The Visitor Information Center, (407)
823-2131, is strategically located and fully
staffed by Parking Service personnel,
who provide directions and other vital
information to anyone on campus.
Transportation
Recreation
and Wellness
Center
LYNX
(407) 841-LYNX
Through joint efforts of UCF, LYNX,
and the University/Alafaya Corridor
Transportation Association (UACTA),
UCF students, faculty, and staff have a
number of transit options. Three LYNX bus
routes serve UCF from Oviedo, downtown
Orlando, and Valencia Community
College East Campus. Through the use
Recreation and Wellness Center
(407) 823-2408
rec.ucf.edu
The Recreation and Wellness Center
(RWC) supports and strengthens the
mission of the University of Central
Florida. The mission of the department
is to foster healthy lifestyle choices and
wellness through efficient services,
comprehensive programs and high-quality
facilities. The Recreation and Wellness
Center is designed to enrich campus life
and advance the university’s educational
mission.Benefits of participation include
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of these routes, commuters can connect
to most anywhere in greater Orlando.
These buses normally operate at 30 to 60
minute intervals. The cost to ride LYNX is
$1.50 per ride. You can purchase LYNX
bus passes on campus at the SGA Ticket
booth located in the Student Union.
The Student Transportation Shuttle
Service provides transit needs for student
communities, as well as the intra-campus
travel through the research park area. This
service consists of fixed routes operating
on 15-minute intervals. All students,
faculty, and staff are eligible to ride the
shuttle at no per-trip cost. Route maps may
be obtained through the Parking Services
website at www.parking.ucf.edu.
making, problem solving, conflict
management, communication and
social skills. We strive to provide the
safest, cleanest, highest quality, most
dependable and enjoyable services.
RWC is comprised of six different
programs: Athletic Training, Aquatics,
Fitness, Intramural Sports, Outdoor
Adventure and Sport Clubs. The
Recreation and Wellness Center and
the programs it offers are open to all
students with a valid UCF ID.
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to SDS. SDS staff will contact the student
either to schedule an intake interview or
request further documentation. Students
must be registered with SDS to be eligible
to receive academic accommodations.
All information is confidential and will
be used only to assist the student.
A Text Telephone (TTY)/
Telecommunication Device for the
Deaf (TDD) is available for deaf/
hard-of-hearing or speech-impaired
persons with TTYs/TDDs to contact
Student Disability Services (TTY/TDD
calls only phone (407) 823-2116).
International Student
Services Center
(407) 823-2337
CMMS Building
www.intl.ucf.edu
isc@ucf.edu
The International Services Center (ISC), a
unit of the College of Graduate Studies,
provides assistance and information to
international students, scholars, faculty,
and staff at UCF. Its function is to serve as
a unit of advocacy and support, to assist in
adjusting to a new academic and cultural
environment, and to provide immigration
related advising to prospective, new, and
currently enrolled international students
and scholars at the University of Central
Florida. A wide range of services are
offered to help international students and
scholars maintain their immigration status.
These services include issuing
immigration documents to facilitate
visa issuance abroad, assisting new
and transfer students in the admission
process, and providing guidance
with employment authorization.
Support Services
Disability Services
(407) 823-2371
Ferrell Commons, Room 185
sds@ucf.edu
www.sds.sdes.ucf.edu
The Office of Student Disability Services
provides information and individualized
accommodations consistent with the
student’s documented disability.
Students must have a documented
disability as defined by applicable
federal and state laws to be eligible
for disability-related accommodations.
Accommodations are available to
students whose disabilities include,
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but are not limited to, attention-deficit
hyperactivity disorder, deaf and
hard-of-hearing, physical disability
and/or health-related impairment,
psychological and/or psychiatric
disability, specific learning disability
(such as dyslexia), speech impairment,
visual impairment, or other disabilities
requiring administrative or academic
accommodations. Students seeking
accommodations are required to provide
recent documentation from an appropriate
health care provider or professional.
After admission to the university,
students must submit appropriate
disability documentation, along with a
Request Documentation Review form,
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The Off-Campus Student Resource
Center serves as a central resource
for UCF students living off-campus
by providing support services, and
information about on and off-campus
programs. This is achieved by promoting
a friendly and supportive environment on
and off-campus, fostering appreciation
and serving as an advocate for the
diverse off-campus student population.
Veteran Services
(407) 823-2707
Knights Plaza
varc@ucf.edu
www.va.ucf.edu
center provides a home for Veteran
Services. VARC has been designated
as a Center for Excellence for Veteran
Student Success and is partially funded
by a grant from the U.S. Department of
Education Fund for the Improvement
of Postsecondary Education (FIPSE).
Veteran Services is located at UCF
Knights Plaza/Arena, across from
Barnes & Noble.VARC is open 9 a.m.
to 5 p.m. weekdays (until 5:30 p.m. on
Mondays and Thursdays), and provides
office space along with study, tutor and
lounge areas for student veterans.
The Veterans Academic Resource
Center (VARC) is to meet the needs
of and provide programming for the
student veteran community. Under the
direction of the Registrar’s Office the
Multicultural Academic and
Support Services (MASS)
(407) 823-2716
Howard Phillips Hall, Room 102
mass@ucf.edu
www.mass.ucf.edu
The Office of Multicultural Academic
and Support Student Services (MASS)
provides support for Multicultural and First
Generation College Students at UCF.
MASS offers a range of services
including personalized guidance
through graduation, events (workshops,
speakers, outreach programs) focused
on success, information on campus and
community resources, and networking
opportunities with faculty and staff.
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Our programs include the First
Generation Program which aims to help
first generation students (students whose
parents/guardians have not received a
bachelor’s degree) succeed in college,
graduate, and achieve future success;
the Brother to Brother Program which is
designed to help multicultural and first
generation males develop academic,
career, and leadership skills, and provide
them social and financial support; and
Seizing Opportunities for Achievement
& Retention (SOAR) Program a six-week
academic summer program for a select
group of first-time-in-college students.
Off Campus-Student Services
(407) 823-6505
Housing Administration Building
offcampus@ucf.edu
www.housing.ucf.edu/offcampus
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Victim Services
Main Office:(407) 823-2425
24/7 Advocate Hotline:(407) 823-1200
UCF Victim Services
12201 Research Parkway, Suite 450
Office Hours: M-F 8 AM – 4:30 PM
Shuttle Route #9 or free parking
Email: askanadvocate@ucf.edu
www.victimservices.ucf.edu
Outreach Office:
John T Washington Center, Ste.108
M-F 10 AM – 4:30 PM
Victim Services provides 24/7
comprehensive options, advocacy,
and safety planning. Victim Services
also provides prevention awareness
education to all members of the UCF
community who have been impacted
by crime, violence or abuse to include
Sexual or Dating/Domestic Violence,
Stalking, Cyber- Stalking, Threat to
Harm, or Harassment on or off campus.
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The Advocate can provide immediate
crisis intervention and support along
with information about all available
options. This may include reporting to
law enforcement or student conduct,
immediate safety and security,
emergency relocation options, medical
options, counseling services along with
community-based resources. Awareness
of all options empowers individuals to
make informed decisions regarding
their personal situation. Advocates also
provide emotional support, practical
assistance, safety planning, criminal
justice and UCF administrative support.
Police reports are encouraged but not
required in order to access our services.
THE SUPPORT AND SERVICES OF A
UCF ADVOCATE ARE CONFIDENTIAL*
AND FREE OF CHARGE
* EXCEPT IN VERY LIMITED
CIRCUMSTANCES.
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ORLANDO GUIDE
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Welcome to Orlando
Dear Parents and Students:
Welcome to Orlando, one
of the world’s most popular
destinations and a city that
will make you smile! Here,
we have a thriving arts and
cultural scene, the world’s
greatest theme parks and
attractions, great dining
options and tons of shopping.
Home to more than 2.1 million
residents, Orlando is centrally located
in the heart of Florida, where it
encompasses 2.6 million acres and
spreads across four counties. The city
of Orlando is in Orange County, which
is home to many of the attractions,
along with neighboring Osceola
County. Rejuvenating spas, top-rated
restaurants, designer stores and more
can all be found here. And within
walking distance of the University of
Central Florida, there are bookstores,
a variety of ethnic restaurants – from
Hawaiian to Middle Eastern, and
cozy coffee houses and lounges.
On the campus itself, there are also
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more options, and they include the
same great venues that you’ll find
all over Orlando. Many things to
do in Orlando at these venues are
often free or discounted and have
something for everyone to enjoy.
Speaking of enjoyment, Orlando has
so much natural beauty to bask in.
Our great weather make for beautiful
parks and gardens perfect for hiking,
bird watching and swimming, The
University of Central Florida campus
is also just 45 minutes away from The
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Space Coast – home to some of the most
beautiful, pristine beaches in Florida.
And if you’re looking for excitement,
we have that, too. Concerts and live
performances including some of the
top names in music and entertainment
take place regularly at the UCF Arena.
There are also live events at the worldclass Amway Center downtown Orlando,
and plenty of places nearby to go hear
a local band, do karaoke or just to
catch a live theatrical performance.
Orlando is also host to numerous
special events and festivals
throughout the year. Arts and
music festivals, sporting events,
concerts, parades, antiques shows,
film showcases and even rodeos.
The event options are endless for
every time of year in Orlando.
Search our complete listings to find
unique Orlando events going on
at VisitOrlando.com/events
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t CityArts Factory is an eclectic collection
of art galleries in downtown Orlando
showcasing local and international
artists. Free admission Tuesday through
Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Parks & Nature
Free Things to Do
in Orlando
Orlando is a destination filled with fun things to do. There are
many events and venues that are free of charge, and they are
just as fun as our world-class theme parks and attractions.
Here is a list of all of the free things to do in Orlando.
Arts & Culture
Orlando has a vibrant arts and cultural
community, and there is never a
shortage of free museum passes, art
viewings and tours in Orlando. Arts
and cultural venues in Orlando are
often free or discounted and have
something for everyone to enjoy.
t The Cornell Fine Arts Museum ,
which sits on the campus of Rollins
College, boasts a collection that
includes the works of Henri Matisse,
Pablo Picasso and Thomas Moran,
among others. Free admission
with any valid student ID.
t The Charles Hosmer Morse Museum
of American Art contains one of the
world's most impressive collections
of famed artist Louis Comfort
Tiffany. Free Fridays between 4 pm
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and 8 pm November through April.
t The Zora Neale Hurston National
Museum of Fine Arts takes you on
a stroll through history starting with
the author's humble beginnings
and displays creative works of
other artists of African descent.
Donations are accepted.
t The Holocaust Memorial Resource
and Education Center of Florida
presents an overview of the history
of the Holocaust and serves as a
memorial to victims. The center
also hosts many educational
events, films and seminars.
Donations are accepted.
t The Winter Park Historical
Museum houses a photo timeline
of the history of Winter Park and
features changing themed exhibits.
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Orlando's natural beauty and landscape
make it a great place for soaking up the
sun and enjoying the outdoors. Many of
Orlando's parks and gardens offer free
admission on certain days or every day.
t Black Hammock Adventures on
Lake Jessup offers free live alligator
and bird exhibits. At the Lazy Gator
Bar, guests can join the deck party
every Friday and Saturday night
and listen to free, live music.
t Harry P. Leu Gardens offers free
admission from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on
the first Monday of every month.
t Called Central Florida's "secret
garden", the 5.22 acre Kraft Azalea
Gardens is located on Lake Maitland
in Winter Park and open from 8
a.m. to dusk. Most of all, it's free.
t University of Central Florida's
Arboretum is home to more than 600
plant species on an 80-acre property.
Visitors can walk through a selfguided tour to view an impressive
number of native plant species.
t The Winter Park Farmer's Market is held
from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday.
Local vendors and farmers sell their
homemade and homegrown specialties,
including fruits, vegetables, organic
produce, baked goods and more.
t Lake Eola Park is a 43-acre recreational
area in the heart of downtown
Orlando. Visitors can picnic along
the shore, enjoy one of the many
free concerts at the ampitheater,
feed the resident swans or stop by
the farmer's market on Sundays.
t Fort Christmas Historical Park is a
little slice of old Florida. Visit the fort
and the historical homes on site.
t Big Tree Park in Sanford
features 11 acres of natural
vegetation and wetlands. t Camp out and roast marshmallows
with Disney characters Chip n'
Dale atDisney's Fort Wilderness
Resort for free. The evening
sing-a-long around the campfire
includes a viewing of a Disney
movie. Starts at 7:30 p.m.
Miscellaneous
Orlando is a unique destination, and
there are things to do here that you
can't do anywhere else in the world.
Many of these venues are also free.
t LEGO Imagination Center at
downtown Disney Marketplace is
4,400-square feet of fun. Guarded
by friendly dinosaurs and a huge
sea serpent made of LEGO bricks,
this play area lets kids explore
their creativity by building with
colorful bricks, and it's all free.
t The March of the Peabody
Ducks at the Peabody Orlando
hotel is at 11 a.m. and 5 p.m.
every day. The famed ritual dates
back to 1986 and takes place
in the hotel's atrium lobby.
t FleaWorld and FunWorld, located
just north of Orlando, is the largest
flea market in the United States,
featuring more than 1,700 vendors,
acrobatic shows, circus and
magic acts and exotic animals. t Disney's Boardwalk features free
live street entertainment in the
evenings, including comedians,
jazz ensembles and fire shows.
To see this full article with more
Free Things To Do in Orlando visit
www.visitorlando.com/plan-yourtrip/facts/free-things-to-do.
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1724 Alafaya Tr.
Orlando, FL 32826
(407) 658-9008
www.radissonuniversity.com
Just 1 mile away from UCF campus.
Complimentary shuttle service to
UCF (Mon - Fri 8am - 5pm). Ask
about the UCF Parent Rate.
Please see ad on p. 13.
12140 Collegiate Way
Orlando, FL 32817
(407) 382-1617
www.collegebook.com
College Book and Supply is your
complete college outfitter! We are
your one-stop shop for textbooks,
school supplies and UCF gear.
Please see ad on p. 38.
Dell
www.Dell.com/DellU
Univeristy of Central Florida students
get the best price on consumer
PCs from Dell. Plus, get 10% off
Dell mobility products. If you find a
better price on your day of purchase,
contact a Dell University sales
specialist and we will beat that price.
Please see ad on p. 37.
metroPCS Authorized Dealer
12789 Waterford Lakes Pkwy.
Orlando, FL 32828
(321) 206-3411
www.metropcs.com
We offer better deals in store than at
our Online Store. Android, Blackberry
and Featured Phones available
or bring your own phone.
Please see ad on inside cover.
Oviedo Marketplace
1700 Oviedo Mall Blvd.
Oviedo, FL 32832
(407) 977-2400
www.myOviedoMall.com
Home to Macy’s, Sears,
Dillard’s, Regal Cineams 22,
and over 70 shops; closest mall
to UCF, 5 miles away on Red
Bug Lake Rd at 417, exit 41.
Please see ad on p. 29.
Student Services
Places to Live
The Edge Apartments
11841 Jefferson Commons Cir.
Orlando, FL 32826
(407) 382-4114
www.theedgeorlando.com
Please see ad on p. 25.
The Gatherings
3961 Gathering Dr.
Orlando, FL 32817
(888) 548-6415
www.thegatheringapts.com
All-inclusive rent, individual leases,
fully-furnished apartments, private
beds & baths, & much more! Call
today & ask about our specials!
Please see ad on p. 31.
Northgate Lakes Apartments
1389 Northgate Circle
Oviedo, FL 32765
(407) 366-7474
www.northgatelakes.com
Awesome location right across the
street from UCF where you can walk
to football games! Individual lease
protection and all inclusive living.
Please see ad on p. 24.
Luxury student living. Call or visit
website today to learn about
our currnet specials! Come
see what we have to offer!
Please see ad on back cover.
Gated luxury community with 1, 2 &
3 bedroom apartments with full size
W/D and monitored alarms in each
home. Great amenity package!
Please see ad on p. 18.
Riverwind at Alafaya Trail
The Village at Alafaya Club
100 Riverwind Way
Oviedo, FL 32765
(407) 359-2815
www.riverwindapts.net
Welcome to Riverwind at Alafaya
Trail, the ultimate in student living!
Our mission is to provide fantastic
housing for college students!
Please see ad on p. 35.
12612 Victoria Place Cir.
Orlando, FL 32828
(407) 996-2222
www.VictoriaPlaceOrlando.com
Gated luxury community with 1, 2 &
3 bedroom apartments with full size
W/D and monitored alarms in each
home. Great amenity package!
Please see ad on p. 24.
University House Central Florida
The Village at Science Drive
3200 N. Alafaya Tr.
Orlando, FL 32826
(407) 730-9400
www.universityhouse.com
Less than 1 mile from UCF - UH is
designed with rockstar amenities,
fully-furnished, & all inclusive- the
best in off-campus freedom.
Please see ad on p. 26.
2913 Einstein Way
Orlando, FL 32826
(407) 384-7080
www.thevillageatsciencedrive.com
Live like you mean it! Largest
bedrooms and closets in the UCF
area! Free UCF Shuttle, great location
and individual lease protection.
Please see ad on p. 25.
Orion on Orpington
Victoria Place Apartments
12700 Orpington St.
Orlando, FL 32826
(407) 277-3422
www.OrionOrlando.com
12612 Victoria Place Cir.
Orlando, FL 32828
(407) 996-2222
www.VictoriaPlaceOrlando.com
For advertising inquiries, please contact UPM Sales Consultant
Rebecca Boozan at (866) 721-1357 or email: ask@universityparent.com
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For more info about UCF, visit:
Apartment Movers of Florida
Counseling Center
400 E. SR 434
Longwood, FL 32750
(407) 774-9999
www.orlandoapartmentmovers.com
Let our professional and dedicated
movers help ease the burden of
relocating. Rated A+ on Angie’s
List! Ask about our UCF discount!
Please see ad on p. 17.
UCF Bldg #27, Rm 101
4000 Central Florida Pkwy.
Orlando, FL 32816
(407) 823-2811
www.counseling.sdes.ucf.edu
The Counseling Center is a free of
charge campus agency designated
to provide psychological services
to university enrolled students.
Please see ad on p. 19.
STUDENT SERVICES
Orlando Sanford Intl
Ariport (SFB)
1200 Red Cleveland Blvd.
Sanford, FL 32773
(407) 585-4500
www.OrlandoSanfordAirport.com
Offering nonstop service to over 50
destinations in the U.S and Europe,
Orlando Sanford Int’l Airport (SFB)
is the closest airport to UCF.
Please see ad on p. 27.
UCF Credit Union
UCF - JT Washington Ctr.,
Bldg. 26, Rm. 107
Orlando, FL 32816
Dependable
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(407) 249-0008
2525
Arapahoe Ave.
www.ucffedcu.org
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Knight Movers
1395 Kenneth Ave.
Casselberry, FL 32707
Wells
Bank
(407)Fargo
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1242
Pearl St.
www.knightmovers.com
Boulder,
CO movers at reasonable
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rates.
FL Movers Reg. # IM 376 and
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Supershuttle - Yellow
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2750 Industrial Ln.
Broomfield, CO
Boulder Medical Center, P.C
(303) 227-0000
2750 Broadway
www.supershuttle.com/en/Boulder
Boulder, CO
SuperShuttle provides low cost,
(303) 440-3000
shared-ride door-to-door
www.bouldermedicalcenter.com
airport shuttle service 24/7 from all
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Happy hour, late night specials and
Located in Downtown Orlando!
more! Watch as a personal chef
Discounted parking, expanded
prepares your dinner in a display of
concessions featuring beer/
flashing knifes and exotic aromas!
wine and full menu. Visit
Please see ad on p. 11.
website for online ticketing.
Please see ad on p. 20.
Where to Eat
College Student Storage
(303) 545-9525
www.csstorage.com
CSS is a storage, shipping,and moving
service specifically designed for
college students at CUBoulder, University of Denver,
and Colorado College.
Please see ad on p. 26.
Easton Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
1750 30th St. #22
Boulder, CO
(303) 938-1275
www.EastonBJJ.com
Classes for kids and adults of all ages.
Classes are offered in Brazilian
Jiu-Jitsu, Submission Grappling,
MMA and Muay Thai Kickboxing.
Please see ad on p. 32.
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