Every semester is a chance to start fresh.

Whether you鈥檙e navigating your first days on campus or a returning Knight, each new academic semester is an opportunity to discover what works for you, meet new people, challenge yourself and take advantage of everything UCF has to offer.

No matter what you set out to accomplish, you鈥檒l find the support to help get you there. Whether you鈥檙e in need of academic guidance, career preparation, wellness resources and support or ways to get involved, here are the tools to set you up for success.

Build Strong Habits with Academic Support

The key to overcoming academic challenges isn鈥檛 waiting until you鈥檙e struggling 鈥� it鈥檚 knowing where to turn before you get there.

If you鈥檙e adjusting to college-level coursework, working through a difficult class or trying to stay ahead, UCF provides a variety of academic support services 鈥� available in person and virtually 鈥� to help you stay on track all semester long.

Start here:

• Academic Success Coaching:鈥疭tudents are encouraged to meet regularly with their for help setting goals, staying on track, improving study strategies, managing time and connecting with campus resources.
  • Support Pop-Up Station: Visit the UCF Student Union from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 25, and Thursday, Aug. 27, for on-the-spot support and guidance from Academic Advocates and Academic Success Coaches.

• Peer Tutoring: The Student Academic Resource Center (SARC) offers鈥�痠n more than 30 subjects. Visit the SARC office in Trevor Colbourn Hall Room 117 or the Engineering II atrium for assistance.

• : Drop in for help with undergraduate math courses and work through challenging concepts with experienced tutors.

• : Whether you鈥檙e writing your first college essay, polishing a lab report or updating your resume, writing consultants are available at every stage of the writing process.

• Academic Calendar: Refer to the official for important dates for enrollment, holidays, exams, commencement and events.

• : Academic Engagement Librarians are available to help graduate students find research materials, navigate databases, develop stronger research projects and access additional library resources and services.

• : From laptops for class to calculators for exams, this new service on the second floor of the John C. Hitt Library makes it easy to borrow the tools you need to succeed academically.

• Study Spaces: If you prefer complete silence, a lively atmosphere or the outdoors, there are plenty of places to help you stay productive. Check out some of these favorite spots across UCF鈥檚 campuses:

• • Grab your favorite drink and settle in at a coffee shop. Campus favorites like Dunkin鈥� Donuts, Einstein Bros. Bagels, Foxtail Coffee or Starbucks are ideal if you enjoy a little background noise while studying, meeting with a group or working on a project.

• • Escape the bustle of campus at the Burnett Honors College Meditation Garden, a peaceful outdoor space where shaded seating, lush greenery and a tranquil koi pond create a relaxing environment for reading, studying or recharging between classes.

• • If you’re crossing the Dr. Phillips Academic Commons Bridge between classes at UCF Downtown, pause to review your notes or catch up on reading in one of the quiet seating areas overlooking campus.

• • The shaded lounge area in front of Addition Financial Arena at Knights Plaza offers a comfortable place to catch up on assignments, meet up with friends or unwind between classes.

• • Looking for a quieter environment? in the John C. Hitt Library or find one of the many individual and group study spaces designed for focused work.

• • Take your studying outside at the Reflecting Pond by spreading a blanket on the grass or settling into a shady spot along the water. Fresh air and a change of scenery can be a great way to recharge while reviewing notes.

Prioritize Your Health and Well-Being

Taking care of yourself is just as important as keeping up with your coursework. When you feel your best, you鈥檙e better prepared to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.

Through UCF鈥檚 wide variety of health and wellness services, you鈥檒l have support physically, mentally and emotionally throughout the semester.

That holistic approach to serving students recently earned UCF national recognition. The university received Insight Into Academia magazine’s 2026 Excellence in Mental Health and Well-Being Award for fostering a campus culture in which students and employees have access to meaningful wellness resources, supportive communities and proactive care.

Available student well-being and support resources include:

• Mental Health Support:鈥� (CAPS) provides all students with free around-the-clock鈥痬ental health support. Additionally, they have complimentary access to ‘鈥痑nonymous peer support community and鈥�痶eletherapy sessions throughout the semester. Students can access support by calling CAPS at 407-823-2811, visiting in person or . For after-hours support, call 407-823-2811 and press 5 to connect with a counselor.
  • Spend time with from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Aug. 27 and enjoy a mindful break while learning practical stress-management techniques as you ease into the semester.

• : Build healthy habits that support your well-being and academic success with free services and programs, including wellness coaching, FreshU Kitchen, cooking demonstrations and classes, and access to free healthy food.

• Physical Wellness:鈥� is your on-campus healthcare home, providing convenient access to primary and preventive care, sports medicine, dental care, pharmacy, immunizations, laboratory testing and more. Looking to stay active? The鈥�痟as you covered with a two-story fitness area, group exercise classes and a variety of recreational activities. For some fresh air, head to 聽at Lake Claire, where you can unwind outdoors with free kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding.

• Well-Being and Basic Needs Support: The Center for Student Care and Advocacy is a hub for navigating academic, personal and financial challenges. You can contact at 407-823-5607 or caremanager@ucf.edu for assistance. For help with everyday essentials, provides free food, clothing and toiletries daily to currently enrolled UCF students.

Prepare for Your Career Now

You don鈥檛 have to wait until graduation to start building your professional experience. The (DCDC) can assist you with exploring career paths, preparing for graduate or professional school,听building professional skills and connecting with employers from your first semester through graduation.

This semester, you can:

• Meet with UCF DCDC staff for resume reviews, LinkedIn profile feedback, mock interviews and more at the center.

• Get guidance from team for exploring careers that require advanced degrees and preparing and applying to graduate, health professional and law schools.

• Attend career workshops covering everything from networking and interviewing to job searching and using AI in your job search.

• Discover internship opportunities that provide you with real-world experience 鈥� and, in some cases, the chance to earn academic credit.

• Secure your next internship or job and connect with employers from a wide range of industries at the on Oct. 1 at Addition Financial Arena.

• Connect with employers, discover career opportunities and receive a free headshot at the on Oct. 28 in the Darden Auditorium.

Even if you鈥檙e only beginning to explore your career options, these experiences can help you build skills and connections long before graduation.

Find Your Community on Campus

Some of your best college memories happen outside the classroom.

Whether you鈥檙e looking to meet people, discover new interests, give back or just get out and have fun, you鈥檒l find plenty of ways to get involved and connect with campus.

Take the opportunity to:

• Find your people by joining one (or more!) 色花堂鈥檚 650+ student organizations.

• Grab your game day gear and embrace the energy of Knight Nation while cheering on the Knights across 16 sports. Students can claim free tickets to home games throughout the season.

• Make a difference through Volunteer UCF, where you can sort donations at local food pantries, tutor students, assist in hospitals and connect with the community.

• Take part in iconic UCF traditions like Spirit Splash, one of the most beloved Homecoming Week events, and Pegasus Palooza, UCF鈥檚 official welcome week featuring free events and big-name entertainment.

• Graduate students: Build connections and get involved on campus through the Graduate Student Center, a welcoming hub in Trevor Colbourn Hall Room 213, where you can meet other graduate students and participate in , including Fall Take Off, two weeks of activities that welcome new and returning graduate students.

No matter what your interests are, there鈥檚 a place for you here and a community ready to welcome you.

Know Your Transportation Options

A little preparation can make getting around campus much easier 鈥� especially during the first few weeks of the semester.

Before heading to class:

• Make sure you have the correct parking permit and know where you can park. Beforehand, review and real-time to save time and avoid hassle. Parking Garages A and I often have the most availability.

• Check shuttle routes and schedules using the UCF Mobile app or the . offers 10 conveniently located stops near most academic buildings and popular campus destinations.

• Give yourself extra travel time during the first few weeks of the semester, when campus is busiest.

Friendly reminder: A valid UCF or Daily Parking Permit is required to park on campus at all times (24/7).

Stay Organized with Essential Tools

myKnight STAR

Keeping track of classes, appointments and deadlines is much easier when everything is in one place. That鈥檚 where , powered by Navigate Student, comes in. With tools designed to help you stay organized, connected and on track, it鈥檚 your go-to resource for managing the semester and accessing the support you need.

Using the app or web browser, you can:

• View your class schedule.

• Schedule appointments for Academic Success Coaching and other campus services.

• Explore majors and career pathways.

• Connect with classmates to form study groups.

• Receive reminders about important academic deadlines and upcoming appointments.

Student Center

The Student Center, accessible through , has a new, mobile-first design and updated navigation, but the tools you rely on 鈥� such as class registration, financial aid, tuition payments, grades and academic records 鈥� remain the same. They may just be in a different place. For help finding and accessing key tools, log in to myUCF and click the banner at the top of the page to visit the Help Center. Graduate students can also use the dedicated Graduate Students tile to access resources and tools for managing their academic journey.

Make This Semester Count

No matter where you are on your UCF journey, you won鈥檛 have to navigate it alone.

The habits you build now 鈥� and the people and resources you connect with along the way 鈥� can make all the difference in your college experience.

So ask questions, get involved, try something new and take advantage of the opportunities around you.

Wishing you a successful semester, Knights. Charge On!

From signature UCF traditions to opportunities to meet new people, get involved and have some fun before classes get into full swing, there鈥檚 plenty to experience. Here鈥檚 your guide to the week鈥檚 events on the main campus and at聽. Just remember to bring your UCF ID to participate in each event.

For the latest event details and updates, check the聽,听聽and @UCF_OSI on Instagram.

Sunday, Aug. 23:

The Knighting
Addition Financial Arena
11 a.m. 鈥� 12 p.m.

UCF鈥檚 official welcome ceremony brings together all new Knights to celebrate the start of their UCF journey. No ticket is required, and the event is open to all. Doors open at 10 a.m.

Opening Knight
Student Union
12 鈥� 4 p.m.

What鈥檚 the best way to get involved at UCF? Meet the Knights already doing it. Stop by the Student Union to explore student organizations, connect with current members and find your place on campus. Plus, enjoy DJs, free food, giveaways and more.

Monday, Aug. 24:

Welcome Back Social
Reflecting Pond
12 鈥� 1 p.m.

Grab complimentary sweet treats and mingle with UCF President Alexander N. Cartwright, faculty, staff and students.

Movie Knight
Memory Mall
7 鈥� 10 p.m.

Grab your friends and head to Memory Mall for the Campus Activities Board鈥檚 annual Movie Knight. Catch Project Hail Mary under the stars, take on a human hamster ball course and enjoy free popcorn and drinks. The event is open to all UCF students.

Tuesday, Aug. 25:

Taste 色花堂
Addition Financial Arena
4 鈥� 6 p.m.

Experience international destinations through food, music, dance and traditions from around the world. This annual celebration brings students together to explore the many backgrounds represented at UCF and throughout the greater Orlando area while building connections and a sense of belonging.

Wednesday, Aug. 26:

Welcome Expo
Student Union Key West Ballroom
10 a.m. 鈥� 2 p.m.

For nearly 30 years, the has helped Knights discover what campus 鈥� and the surrounding community 鈥� has to offer. Stop by to learn about UCF programs, explore campus resources, meet local businesses and discover new opportunities, all in one place. Plus, enjoy music, food and tons of giveaways while taking part in a longtime campus tradition.

Homecoming Theme Reveal
Student Union Atrium
12 鈥� 2 p.m.

Be among the first to find out the Homecoming Week 2026 theme and score some UCF Homecoming merch.

Comedy Knight Featuring Leslie Jones
Addition Financial Arena
7 鈥� 9 p.m.

Join the Campus Activities Board for a night of fun and laughs featuring Primetime Emmy-nominated comedian and actress Leslie Jones. Best known for her five seasons on聽Saturday Night Live, Jones has appeared in nearly 60 film and television projects, including 2016鈥檚聽Ghostbusters. Get ready to experience her comedic talents, incredible writing and magnetic stage presence live at UCF.

Current UCF students get in free with a valid UCF ID. Tickets for the general public are available at additionfiarena.com.

Thursday, Aug. 27:

Taste of Downtown
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons at UCF Downtown
11 a.m. 鈥� 2 p.m.

Take your taste buds on a trip around the world at this signature event featuring international flavors, live entertainment and interactive experiences inspired by destinations worldwide. Come try something new, meet fellow Knights and celebrate the people and traditions that make UCF Downtown and the greater Orlando area so vibrant.

Speed Friending
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons, Room 107 at UCF Downtown
12 鈥� 2 p.m.

Break the ice at Speed Friending, a fast-paced, low-pressure way to connect with fellow UCF Downtown students. Rotate through quick conversations, tackle fun icebreaker questions and see who you click with along the way. Whether you鈥檙e new to campus or looking to expand your circle, it鈥檚 a fun way to meet new people, make meaningful connections and create lasting memories.

Concert Knight Featuring Quavo
Addition Financial Arena
7 鈥� 9 p.m.

Get hyped for a night of live music featuring Grammy-nominated rapper, singer and producer Quavo. Known for solo hits like Hotel Lobby and Workin Me and as a member of Migos, the chart-topping rap group behind Bad and Boujee and Stir Fry, Quavo has amassed more than a billion streams and captivated audiences worldwide with his signature sound.

Current UCF students get in free with a valid UCF ID. Tickets for the general public are available at additionfiarena.com.

Friday, Aug. 28:

Paint Rave
Memory Mall
7:30 鈥� 11 p.m.

Join Late Knights for Paint Rave, a high-energy night packed with glowing paint, music, mocktails and plenty of ways to get creative. Bring a friend, hit the painting stations and light up the night while making memories you won鈥檛 want to forget.

Saturday, Aug. 29:

Day of Service
Student Union Patio
7:30 a.m. 鈥� 1:30 p.m.

Make an impact beyond campus with Volunteer UCF鈥檚 Day of Service. Team up with fellow Knights and four local community partners for a morning of hands-on service supporting youth and mentoring, the environment, education and literacy. Choose the cause that speaks to you, meet new people and have fun while giving back to the greater Orlando community. Students will earn three service hours for participating.

Service sites are selected on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive at 7:30 a.m. for check-in, and RSVP on KnightConnect to participate.

This guide is a resource to help you develop a sense of belonging, find community and build lifelong friendships while studying at UCF.

Marquee Events

Whether you鈥檙e studying at UCF Downtown, the , Rosen College of Hospitality Management or the main campus,听聽you鈥檒l have plenty of opportunities to get involved.

Some signature events have become beloved UCF traditions聽with not-to-be-missed programming:

• Pegasus Palooza, UCF鈥檚 annual welcome week, greets new and returning students to campus with a variety of events including notable headliners at Comedy Knight and Concert Knight.

• UCF Homecoming聽Week,听featuring聽Spirit Splash,听kicks聽off聽Monday,听Oct. 19,听and聽concludes聽with the UCF football team鈥檚 matchup against BYU on聽Saturday,听Oct. 24.

• Space Game, a football game unlike any other in the nation, pays tribute to our UCF鈥檚 roots as America鈥檚 Space University. This year鈥檚 matchup against Baylor on Friday, Oct. 30, marks 10 years of the Space Game.

• , held each spring at聽聽Orlando鈥檚 Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, showcases the artistic talents 色花堂鈥檚 faculty and students in performances, exhibitions, presentations and interactive experiences.

• Gather Luncheon,听a聽community-building event in the spring hosted by聽Wellness & Health Promotion Services and Dining Services,听聽brings hundreds of students聽together聽聽for聽a free, three-course meal.

Recreation, Intramurals and Sports Clubs

In addition to its fitness and recreation facilities, the Recreation and Wellness Center has longstanding intramural and sports club programs that allow students to form friendships and win championships, sometimes on the brightest of stages.

The RWC鈥檚 intramural sports program welcomes all UCF students, especially those who are new to Orlando and haven鈥檛 met enough peers to form their own team. Thanks to its free agency feature, individuals ca聽be matched up with others or be paired with an established team.

The sports club includes 45 different sports, encompassing everything from judo to lacrosse to wakeboarding and have produced some 色花堂鈥檚 most notable alumni. Gold medalist Phil Dalhausser 鈥�02, who played club volleyball while pursuing his business degree, and bronze medalist Kristen Thomas 鈥�16, who began her rugby career聽as a theatre studies major聽at UCF,听both went on to聽represent聽Team USA聽at聽multiple Summer Olympic Games.

For more information, visit聽.

Registered Student Organizations

UCF offers more than 650 registered student organizations spanning academic, professional, cultural and spiritual, social and recreational, and sports interests.

KnightConnect聽is UCF鈥檚 official involvement platform where students can explore聽these organizations or even create a new one.聽Each organization has its own page with meeting times, contact information,听and ways to get involved.

Visit the聽聽to find the organization right for you.

Greek Life

The fraternity and sorority experience has long been a part of campus life. Since the 1970s, fraternities and sororities have been providing spaces of belonging for students to grow together during their collegiate years.

Currently our UCF Greek community is comprised of 47 organizations, which all share the values of scholarship, leadership, service and brotherhood/sisterhood.

For more information visit聽.

UCF Athletics 鈥� Knightmare Society and Marching Knights

UCF is a member of one of the premiere conferences in the nation, the Big 12. From聽Fear the Fronds聽to聽Zombie Nation, the student section鈥檚 energy is聽an integral part of the game day atmosphere聽and gives the Knights a distinct home field (and court) advantage.

All full-time UCF-enrolled students (except 色花堂) are eligible for free tickets to home sporting events. Please note: all seating is first-come, first-served and admission is not guaranteed. For more information, especially for football and men鈥檚 basketball student tickets, please visit .

罢丑别听 is an organization built and run by UCF students and supported by UCF Athletics. Joining the official group has its perks, including football tickets automatically loaded to members鈥� Ticketmaster accounts, a dedicated fast pass entrance at all UCF men鈥檚 basketball games, and first access to post-season student ticket claims.

Students can also contribute to game-day experiences by joining聽, a more than 390-member marching band student organization that performs at pregame shows, halftime shows, pep rallies and聽other聽fan-fest聽events. By creating the soundtrack for these dynamic events, the Marching Knights serve as one of the most vibrant and visible forces for school spirit.

Engage in聽Research

Undergraduate research provides opportunities to build a learning community with faculty and fellow students聽while engaging聽in meaningful work that聽develops聽solutions聽for聽challenges facing our communities,听industries聽and the world.

In addition to forging connections with peers and mentors, this聽practical experience聽allows students to聽build their professional resumes聽before聽they graduate.

, UCF鈥檚 annual university-wide celebration of research and creative scholarship showcases graduate and undergraduate research. The week is scheduled for March 29 through April 2, 2027, featuring presentations, exhibitions and other events showcasing student research.

For more information on how to get involved with undergraduate research, visit聽.

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UCF students live in one of the most vibrant destinations in the world, Orlando.聽Whatever your interest, Orlando聽likely has聽it:聽theme parks,听elite聽sporting events,听electric festivals,听Michelin-rated restaurants,听nearby聽coastlines聽and聽natural springs.

Orlando is what you make it, and there are ways to experience it all on a student budget.

罢丑别听聽offers聽discounted聽tickets to various attractions, including Walt Disney World, Universal聽Orlando聽and Kennedy Space Center.聽Every spring semester, UCF students聽enjoy聽free, exclusive access to Universal Islands of Adventure as part of Universal Knights.

聽gives Knights of all experience levels opportunities to go on hiking and camping trips at nearby springs, learn to surf, paddle through bioluminescent waters and more.

Several cultural museums in the area offer free entry,听including聽the聽 on the main campus,听Rollins Museum of Art聽and Mead Garden in nearby Winter Park,听and the聽Holocaust Memorial Resource and Education Center of Central Florida聽in Maitland.聽罢丑别听acclaimed聽Orlando Museum of Art聽offers free entry on the third Thursday of each month聽as part of its Access for All initiative.

Held annually at the start of the fall semester, Visit Orlando鈥檚 Magical Dining offers a chance to sample some the area’s exceptional restaurants at a fraction of the normal cost. Savor three-course, prix-fixe dinners聽 鈥� including at Aurora at the on-campus The Celeste Hotel 鈥� for just $40 or $60 per person from Aug. 14 鈥� Sept. 30, 2026.

The week-long festival is organized by the Campus Activities Board 鈥� a registered student organization focused on fostering student engagement on campus with marquee events including Pegasus Palooza.

The following events are free for UCF students with valid UCF ID.

Monday, April 6

Movie Knight

Pegasus Ballroom (Student Union) | 7:30 p.m.

Please note: due to the expected inclement weather, the location of this event has changed from Memory Mall to the Pegasus Ballroom in the Student Union.

Students can enjoy carnival games, free popcorn and beverages (while supplies last) and a special showing of Disney鈥檚 Zootopia 2 with their friends.

Wednesday, April 8

Comedy Knight

Addition Financial Arena | Doors open 7 p.m., event starts at 8 p.m.

Comedian, actress, and celebrity interviewer Ziwe brings her signature humor, fearless questions, and unforgettable stage presence to Comedy Knight! Two students will be selected to be interviewed by Ziwe live on stage during her Hot Seat segment.

Thursday, April 9

KNIGHT-CHELLA

Memory Mall | 6:30鈥�11:30 p.m.聽

A music festival inspired by the iconic Coachella, KNIGHT-CHELLA features: five student bands and six DJs across two stages, food trucks, giveaways, live art from students, large-scale attractions including roller skating, mechanical bull, bungee jumping and more.

Monday, April 13

Speaker Knight

Pegasus Ballroom (Student Union) | Doors open at 7 p.m., panel starts at 8 p.m.

Chlo茅 Lukasiak, former dancer on the reality TV show Dance Moms, will share her personal story and take part in a Q&A.

Sunday, Aug. 17:

The Knighting
Addition Financial Arena
11 a.m. to Noon

UCF鈥檚 official welcome ceremony for all new Knights held in the Addition Financial Arena.

Opening Knight
Student Union
Noon 鈥� 4 p.m.

What鈥檚 the best way to get involved? Talking to people who are. See the amazing student organizations that you can join here at UCF. There will be DJs, free food and more.

Monday, Aug. 18:

Campus Locators
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons鈥� Seneff Plaza and Parramore Garage at UCF Downtown
8 a.m. 鈥� 5 p.m.

Coming to the downtown campus for the first time? Not sure where to go? Wondering what services the campus has to offer? Look for the downtown campus locator tents located in the DPAC Seneff Plaza and near the Parramore parking garage. There will be staff waiting to help you find what you are looking for and answer questions you may have.

Saving Secrets with Snap Tabling
Recreation and Wellness Center, Room 111
11 a.m. 鈥� noon

Have you heard about Saving Secrets? Come learn the basics of discount savings and grocery shopping tips on a budget. Learn about SNAP benefits and how to apply.

Well-Being Open House
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons鈥� East Lobby at UCF Downtown
11 a.m. 鈥� 1 p.m.

Stop by the DPAC East Lobby (the side with the campus store) to meet all the downtown resources available to support your well-being.

Valencia College International Student Services Global Welcome Event
UnionWest 2nd Floor Lobby at UCF Downtown
Noon 鈥� 2:00 p.m.

Valencia College International Student Services (ISS) is thrilled to invite all Valencia international students to this gathering. ISS is dedicated to ensuring your time at Valencia College is both enjoyable and successful.

Knight-Thon Karnival
Memory Mall
1 鈥� 4 p.m.

Knight-Thon鈥檚 kickoff event for the new year. Held at Memory Mall, this event will allow all UCF students to attend a mini carnival with games, food, prizes, an inflatable attraction and more. Students can also learn more about Knight-Thon, their cause and how they can get involved with the organization.

Movie Knight
Memory Mall
7:30 p.m.

The Campus Activities Board will host a movie knight at Memory Mall for students to enjoy a showing of A Minecraft Movie with their friends.

Tuesday, Aug. 19:

Campus Locators
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons鈥� Seneff Plaza and Parramore Garage at UCF Downtown
8 a.m. 鈥� 5 p.m.

Coming to the downtown campus for the first time? Not sure where to go? Wondering what services the campus has to offer? Look for the downtown campus locator tents located in the DPAC Seneff Plaza and near the Parramore parking garage. There will be staff waiting to help you find what you are looking for and answer questions you may have.

Speed Friending
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons, Room 107 at UCF Downtown
11 a.m. 鈥� 1 p.m.

Student Engagement presents to you Speed Friending. This event is an amazing networking opportunity where UCF Downtown students can get to know one another by answering fun questions. Food, snacks and drinks will be provided.

Welcome Back Popsicle Social
Reflecting Pond
Noon 鈥� 1 p.m.

Pop on by to enjoy complimentary popsicles from Pop Parlour and meet UCF President Alexander N. Cartwright and First Lady Melinda Cartwright. Enjoy mingling with members of the leadership team and a special appearance by Knightro. The event will also include representatives from several campus organizations with resources and information on the opportunities and services they provide. In the event of inclement weather, this outdoor meet and greet will be moved inside Millican Hall.

SNAP Coaching
UnionWest, First Floor at UCF Downtown
2 鈥� 3 p.m.

SNAP stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. This program is federally funded and provides nutrition benefits to supplement the food budget of individuals who may not make enough money to eat healthy consistently. Learn more about SNAP at our monthly tabling event.

Taste 色花堂
Addition Financial Arena
4 鈥� 6 p.m.

This event will highlight cultural foods, free to the student and staff population.

Wednesday, Aug. 20:

Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando
UCF Downtown Campus and downtown Orlando
All Day

Are you up for the challenge? Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando is back! You and your friends have from 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 21, to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 28, to complete as many challenges as you can.

This is a single-player activity, but you can complete challenges with your friends using the Scavify app. You must complete the challenges in your own account to be considered for one of the giveaways.

Search for Scavify in the App Store or Google Play, then create an account using your student email address. Starting at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, search 鈥淭he Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando鈥� and click 鈥渏oin.鈥�

Enter password: 鈥�2019鈥�

Welcome Expo
Student Union, Pegasus Ballroom
10 a.m. 鈥� 2 p.m.

The Welcome Expo, hosted by the Knights Major Exploration and Transition Center, is the perfect place to discover what the UCF Main Campus has to offer. Stop by the event to meet with campus offices, departments and local businesses from the area. Enjoy connecting with others while collecting many free giveaways. This event is open to all UCF students, staff and faculty.

Homecoming Reveal
Student Union, Atrium
11 a.m. 鈥� 1 p.m.

Come out to find out the events and theme for UCF Homecoming 2025.

Internships: Who鈥檚 Hiring and Where Can I Find Them?
TBD
2 鈥� 3 p.m.

Do you need experience? Find out how to obtain internships through experiential learning.

Fresh-U Market
Recreation and Wellness Center, Room 111
2 鈥� 4 p.m.

Wellness and Health Promotion Services’ (WHPS) FreshU Market, located on the first floor of the wellness center, teaches healthy eating habits and making delicious treats 鈥� free of charge. Students should enter through the WHPS entrance, located next to Chick-fil-A.

Comedy Knight
Addition Financial Arena
Doors open at 7 p.m., event starts at 8 p.m.

The Campus Activities Board will be hosting a comedy show with a hilarious set by SNL star Ego Nwodim.

Thursday, Aug. 21:

Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando
UCF Downtown 聽and downtown Orlando
All Day

Are you up for the challenge? Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando is back! You and your friends have from 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 21, to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 28, to complete as many challenges as you can.

This is a single-player activity, but you can complete challenges with your friends using the Scavify app. You must complete the challenges in your own account to be considered for one of the giveaways.

Search for Scavify in the App Store or Google Play, then create an account using your student email address. Starting at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, search 鈥淭he Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando鈥� and click 鈥渏oin.鈥�

Enter Password: 鈥�2019鈥�

Welcome Back Fall 2025
Student Union, 聽Atrium
11 a.m.

Join the Ginsberg Center as we welcome new and returning Knights for the Fall 2025 semester.

Taste of Downtown
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons at UCF Downtown
11 a.m. 鈥� 2 p.m.

This event entails free food from food trucks for the UCF Downtown community.

Student Faculty Feud
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons, Parramore Room (Room 107)
1 p.m. 鈥� 2 p.m.

Do you have what it takes to challenge your professor and win a prize? Join the UCF Downtown faculty for some fun and games!

Reunite with Your Orientation
Howard Phillips Hall, outside
5 鈥� 8 p.m.

Reunite with some of the familiar faces from your orientation group.

Concert Knight
Addition Financial Arena
Doors open at 7 p.m., event starts at 8 p.m.

The Campus Activities Board will be hosting a concert featuring singer Daya with special guest Thomas Day.

Library Scavenger Hunt
John C. Hitt Library
Noon 鈥� 2 p.m.

The UCF Libraries are hosting a postcard-themed scavenger hunt to get you familiar with all the areas of the John C. Hitt Library. Take a world tour and learn about the services, resources, and spaces that support your academic journey. The first 150 students to complete the grand tour will earn an exclusive UCF Libraries Duck and commemorative postcard.

Friday, Aug. 22:

Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando
UCF Downtown 聽and downtown Orlando
All Day

Are you up for the challenge? Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando is back! You and your friends have from 2 p.m., Wednesday, August 21, to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 28, to complete as many challenges as you can.

This is a single-player activity, but you can complete challenges with your friends using the Scavify app. You must complete the challenges in your account to be considered for one of the giveaways.

Search for Scavify in the App Store or Google Play, then create an account using your student email address. Starting at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, search 鈥淭he Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando鈥� and click 鈥渏oin.鈥�

Enter Password: 鈥�2019鈥�

Welcome to the Majors
Addition Financial Arena
10 a.m. 鈥� noon.

The College of Business takes the main stage for its signature event, which introduces incoming business students to the culture of the college and sets them on the path to success. More than 1,200 business students are expected to attend UCF鈥檚 largest face-to-face class, where they鈥檒l hear from college leadership, faculty and alumni. They鈥檒l also get a chance to network with student organizations and community and corporate partners, including presenting sponsor Wells Fargo. Doors open at 9:15 a.m.

Movie Night:聽Deadpool & Wolverine
CMX Plaza Cinema Caf茅 12, near UCF Downtown
7 p.m.

The Downtown Student Life team is thrilled to invite you to an exclusive screening of Deadpool & Wolverine at the CMX Cinema in downtown Orlando. Drinks and snacks will be provided, while supplies last. Student must bring their UCF or Valencia College Downtown ID. RSVP for your slot聽. At 5:45 p.m., students will check in at UnionWest. At 6:15 p.m., moviegoers will leave for the cinema.

Neon Paint Rave
Memory Mall
8 鈥� 11 p.m.

Join Late Knights for a neon paint rave.

Saturday, Aug. 23:

Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando
UCF Downtown and downtown Orlando
All Day

Are you up for the challenge? Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando is back! You and your friends have from 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 21, to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 28, to complete as many challenges as you can.

This is a single-player activity, but you can complete challenges with your friends using the Scavify app. You must complete the challenges in your own account to be considered for one of the giveaways.

Search for Scavify in the App Store or Google Play, then create an account using your student email address. Starting at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, search 鈥淭he Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando鈥� and click 鈥渏oin.鈥�

Enter Password: 鈥�2019鈥�

Day of Service
Student Union, Pegasus Ballroom
8 a.m., check-in is between 7:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Volunteer UCF is hosting this event to give students an opportunity to get involved in their UCF and Orlando communities. RSVP for this event on Knight Connect. Sign-ups for volunteer sites will be first-come, first-served. Students will complete three hours of service and learn how to get involved in more service activities for the upcoming fall and spring semesters.

Wednesday, Aug. 27:

Speaker Knight
Student Union, Pegasus Ballroom
Doors open at 7 p.m., event starts at 8 p.m.

The Campus Activities Board is hosting a speaker panel with actor Karan Brar in the Pegasus Ballroom, where students can hear about his journey and take part in a Q&A with their friends.

Sunday, Aug. 18:

The Knighting
Addition Financial Arena
Noon 鈥� 1 p.m.

UCF鈥檚 official welcome ceremony for all new Knights held in the Addition Financial Arena.

Class Photo
FBC Mortgage Stadium
1 鈥� 1:30 p.m.

All new Knights will walk over to the Bounce House to take the annual Class Photo right after The Knighting on the football field. Head to student gates 6 鈥� 9 to enter FBC Mortgage Stadium.

Opening Knight
FBC Mortgage Stadium
1 鈥� 4 p.m.

What鈥檚 the best way to get involved? Talking to people who are. Come join us at Bounce House to see the amazing student organizations that you can join here at UCF. There will be DJs, free food and more.

Monday, Aug. 19:

Campus Locators
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons’ Seneff Plaza and Parramore Garage at UCF Downtown
8 a.m. 鈥� 5 p.m.

Coming to the downtown campus for the first time? Not sure where to go? Wondering what services campus has to offer? Look for the downtown campus locator tents located in the DPAC Seneff Plaza and near the Parramore parking garage. There will be staff waiting to help you find what you are looking for and answer questions you may have.

Saving Secrets with Snap Tabling
Recreation and Wellness Center, Room 111
11 a.m. 鈥� 12 p.m.

Have you heard about Saving Secrets? Come lean the basic to discount savings and grocery shopping tips on budget. Learn about SNAP benefits and how to apply.

Well-Being Open House
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons’ East Lobby at UCF Downtown
11 a.m. 鈥� 1 p.m.

Stop by the DPAC East Lobby (the side with the campus store) to meet all the downtown resources available to support your well-being.

Welcome Back Popsicle Social
Reflecting Pond
Noon 鈥� 1 p.m.

Pop on by to enjoy complimentary popsicles from Pop Parlour and meet UCF President Alexander N. Cartwright and First Lady Melinda Cartwright. Enjoy mingling with members of the leadership team and a special appearance by Knightro. The event will also include representatives from several campus organizations with resources and information on the opportunities and services they provide. In the event of inclement weather, this outdoor meet and greet will be moved inside Millican Hall.

Valencia College International Student Services Global Welcome Event
UnionWest 2nd Floor Lobby at UCF Downtown
Noon 鈥� 2:00 p.m.

Valencia College ISS is thrilled to invite all Valencia international students to this gathering. ISS is dedicated to ensuring your time at Valencia College is both enjoyable and successful.

Knight-Thon Karnival
Memory Mall
1 鈥� 4 p.m.

Knight-Thon鈥檚 kickoff event for the new year. Held at Memory Mall, this event will allow all UCF students to attend a mini carnival with games, food, prizes, an inflatable attraction and more. Students can also learn more about Knight-Thon, their cause and how they can get involved with the organization.

Movie Knight
Memory Mall
7 p.m.

The Campus Activities Board will host a movie knight at Memory Mall for students to enjoy a showing of a popular movie with their friends.

Tuesday, Aug. 20:

Campus Locators
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons’ Seneff Plaza and Parramore Garage at UCF Downtown

8 a.m. 鈥� 5 p.m.

Coming to the downtown campus for the first time? Not sure where to go? Wondering what services campus has to offer? Look for the downtown campus locator tents located in the DPAC Seneff Plaza and near the Parramore parking garage. There will be staff waiting to help you find what you are looking for and answer questions you may have.

Speed Friending
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons, Room 107 at UCF Downtown
11 a.m. 鈥� 1 p.m.

Student Engagement presents to you Speed Friending. This event is an amazing networking opportunity where UCF Downtown students can get to know one another by answering fun questions. We will also provide food, snacks, and drinks.

SNAP Coaching
UnionWest, 1st Floor at UCF Downtown
2 鈥� 3 p.m.

SNAP stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. This program is federally funded and provides nutrition benefits to supplement the food budget of individuals who may not make enough money to eat healthy consistently. Learn more about SNAP at our monthly tabling event.

Meet the Advocates
Trevor Colbourn Hall
4 鈥� 5 p.m.

Student success is our top priority here at UCF. Come to this event to meet some of the people working to ensure your academic success.

Taste 色花堂
Addition Financial Arena
4 鈥� 6 p.m.

This event will highlight cultural foods free to the student and staff population.

Wednesday, Aug. 21:

Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando
UCF Downtown Campus and downtown Orlando
All Day

Are you up for the challenge? Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando is back! You and your friends have from 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 21 to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 28 to complete as many challenges as you can!

This is a single player activity, but you can complete challenges with your friends with the Scavify app. You must complete the challenges in your own account to be considered for one of the giveaways.

Search for Scavify in the App Store or Google Play, then create an account using your student email address. Starting at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, search “The Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando” and click 鈥渏oin.鈥�

Enter Password: “2019”

Welcome Expo
Student Union, Pegasus Ballroom
10 a.m. 鈥� 2 p.m.

The Welcome Expo is hosted by the Knights Major Exploration and Transition Center and is the perfect place to find out what the UCF campus has to offer. Stop by the event to meet with campus offices, departments and local businesses from the area. Enjoy connecting with others while collecting many free giveaways. This event is open to all UCF students, staff and faculty.

Homecoming Reveal
Student Union, Atrium
11 a.m. 鈥� 1 p.m.

Come out to find out the events and theme for UCF Homecoming 2024.

Internships: Who鈥檚 Hiring and Where Can I Find Them?

TBD
2 鈥� 3 p.m.

Do you need experience? Find out how to obtain internships from experiential learning.

Fresh-U Market
Recreation and Wellness Center, Room 111
2 鈥� 4 p.m.

Wellness and Health Promotion Services鈥� FreshU Market, located on the first floor of the wellness center, teaches healthy eating habits and making delicious treats 鈥� free of charge. Students should enter through the WHPS entrance, located next to Chick-fil-A.

Comedy Knight
Addition Financial Arena
7 p.m.

The Campus Activities Board will be hosting a comedy show in Addition Financial Arena for students to enjoy a hilarious set with their friends!

Thursday, Aug. 22:

Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando
UCF Downtown 聽and downtown Orlando
All Day

Are you up for the challenge? Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando is back! You and your friends have from 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 21 to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 28 to complete as many challenges as you can!

This is a single player activity, but you can complete challenges with your friends with the Scavify app. You must complete the challenges in your own account to be considered for one of the giveaways.

Search for Scavify in the App Store or Google Play, then create an account using your student email address. Starting at 2:00 pm on Wednesday, Aug. 21, search “The Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando” and click 鈥渏oin.鈥�

Enter Password: “2019”

Welcome Back Fall 2024
Student Union, 聽Atrium
11 a.m.

Join the Ginsberg Center as we welcome new and returning Knights for the Fall 2024 semester.

Taste of Downtown
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons at UCF Downtown
11 a.m. 鈥� 2 p.m.

This event entails free food from food trucks for the UCF DT community.

Student Faculty Feud
Dr. Phillips Academic Commons, Parramore Room (Room 107)
1 p.m. 鈥� 2 p.m.

Do you have what it takes to challenge your professor and win a prize! Come join the UCF Downtown faculty for some fun and games!

Reunite with your Orientation
Howard Phillips Hall, outside
5 鈥� 8 p.m.

Reunite with some of the familiar faces from your orientation group.

Concert Knight
Addition Financial Arena
7 p.m.

The Campus Activities Board will be hosting a concert in Addition Financial Arena for students to enjoy a night filled with music from a popular artist with their friends.

Library Scavenger Hunt
John C. Hitt Library
Noon 鈥� 2 p.m.

The UCF Libraries are hosting a postcard themed scavenger hunt to get you familiar with all the areas of the John C. Hitt Library. Take a world tour and learn about the services, resources, and spaces for your academic journey. 聽The first 150 students to complete the grand tour earn an exclusive UCF Libraries Duck and commemorative postcard.

Friday, Aug. 23:

Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando
UCF Downtown 聽and downtown Orlando
All Day

Are you up for the challenge? Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando is back! You and your friends have from 2:00 pm, Wednesday, August 21 to 2:00 pm, Wednesday, Aug. 28 to complete as many challenges as you can!

This is a single player activity, but you can complete challenges with your friends with the Scavify app. You must complete the challenges in your own account to be considered for one of the giveaways.

Search for Scavify in the App Store or Google Play, then create an account using your student email address. Starting at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, search “The Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando” and click 鈥渏oin.鈥�

Enter Password: “2019”

Welcome to the Majors
Addition Financial Arena
10 a.m. 鈥� 12 p.m.

The College of Business takes the main stage for its signature event, which introduces incoming business students to the culture of the college and sets them on the path to success. More than 1,200 business students are expected to attend UCF鈥檚 largest face-to-face class, where they鈥檒l hear from college leadership, faculty and alums. They鈥檒l also get a chance to network with student organizations and community and corporate partners, including presenting sponsor Wells Fargo. Doors open at 9:15 a.m.

Movie Night: Deadpool & Wolverine
7 p.m.
CMX Plaza Cinema Caf茅 12, near UCF Downtown

The Downtown Student Life team is thrilled to invite you to an exclusive screening of Deadpool & Wolverine at the CMX Cinema in downtown Orlando. Drinks and snacks will be provided, while supplies last. Student must bring their UCF or Valencia College Downtown ID. RSVP for your slot . At 5:45 p.m., students will check-In at UnionWest. At 6:15 p.m., moviegoers will leave for the cinema.

Neon Paint Rave
Memory Mall
8 鈥� 11 p.m.

Join Late Knights for a neon paint rave.

Saturday, Aug. 24:

Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando
UCF Downtown and downtown Orlando
All Day

Are you up for the challenge? Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando is back! You and your friends have from 2:00 pm, Wednesday, Aug. 21 to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 28 to complete as many challenges as you can!

This is a single player activity, but you can complete challenges with your friends with the Scavify app. You must complete the challenges in your own account to be considered for one of the giveaways.

Search for Scavify in the App Store or Google Play, then create an account using your student email address. Starting at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, search “The Amazing Race: Downtown Orlando” and click 鈥渏oin.鈥�

Enter Password: “2019”

Day of Service
Student Union, Pegasus Ballroom
8 a.m., check-in is 7:30 a.m. 鈥� 2 p.m.

Volunteer UCF will host the event to give students an opportunity to get involved in their UCF and Orlando community. RSVP for this event on Knight Connect Sign up for volunteer sites will be first come, first serve. Students will complete three hours of service and learn how to get involved in more service activities for the upcoming fall and spring semesters.

Our , including limiting the size and number of in-person classes and gatherings and requiring facial coverings, are for the well-being of each other and our loved ones.

It will take all of us working together to . Like Student Government President Sabrina La Rosa and others across campus, I have pledged to Armor Up to take care of our community. I encourage you to take the Armor Up Pledge and follow the new rules and procedures in place to help us achieve a successful fall semester together.

Since joining UCF, I have been so impressed by our students 鈥� your compassion for each other, commitment to your scholarship and the 鈥渃an-do鈥� attitude that exemplifies being a Knight. Getting to know many of you has been the highlight of my summer.

Although our campus and your experience will look different for a time, we will continue to work together to find new ways to build communities and grow as individuals, even while we are in different places.

One way is this week鈥檚 , UCF鈥檚 official welcome week of activities. This year will combine physically distanced in-person events with virtual opportunities to celebrate the start of the semester, connect with each other and learn about campus.

It was terrific with so many of you on Sunday evening. I hope to see you at other events during the week and look forward to helping you Charge On in the year ahead.

Go Knights!
鈥�President Alexander N. Cartwright

Advising | Class Registration 触听Download UCF Mobile聽触听Downtown Campus聽触听Financial Aid | Food | Football Game | Involvement | Parking and Transportation | Pegasus Palooza / Welcome Week | Rosen Campus | Study Resources | Supplies and Printing | Technology | Textbooks

Advising

will host a , which will showcase UCF clubs, organizations and departments on Aug. 28 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Pegasus Ballroom of the Student Union.

The office, which also serves upperclassmen with undeclared majors, will allow walk-in visits Aug. 26-30. For available times visit . Be sure to print and fill out the beforehand.

For other advising appointments be sure to check the website for your college鈥檚 advising office for hours, availability and contact information.

Class Registration

Using you can change your schedule during the first week 鈥� just keep deadlines in mind. The add/swap deadline is Aug. 29 and the add deadline is Aug. 30.

Download the UCF Mobile App

The is one of the best resources for support. Here you can quickly and easily access your myUCF account, online courses, Knights email, an event calendar, emergency alerts and more. The app also helps you get around with a module that tracks the Pegasus Express shuttle in real time and another with an interactive campus map.

UCF Downtown and Rosen College of Hospitality Management students can also select their respective campuses for their app experience to get information, services and details specific to their locations.

Downtown Campus

With a new campus opening this fall, it鈥檚 especially important you head to the right one.

If your class schedule shows your class is in DPAC (Dr. Phillips Academic Commons), UWCV (UnionWest at Creative Village) or CMB (UCF Communication and Media Building), then it is on the downtown campus.

The following programs have moved to the downtown campus:

Undergraduate:

• Communication & Conflict B.A.
• Digital Media B.A.
• Emergency Management B.A./B.S.
• Health Informatics and Information Management B.S.
• Health Services Administration B.S.
• Human Communication B.A.
• Legal Studies B.A./B.S.
• Nonprofit Management B.A./B.S.
• Public Administration B.A./B.S.

Graduate:

• Communication M.A.
• Digital Media M.A.
• Emergency and Crisis Management M.E.C.M.
• Health Administration MHA
• Health Care Informatics M.S.
• Interactive Entertainment M.S.
• Nonprofit Management MNM
• Public Administration MPA
• Public Affairs PhD
• Research Administration MRA
• Urban and Regional Planning M.S.

Most of the programs in the College of Community Innovation and Education are now downtown, but criminal justice聽has 狈翱罢听moved and those courses are still taught on the main campus.

UCF Downtown students must also get the newest version of the UCF ID in order to access buildings on campus before and after business hours. If you do not have the latest version of the UCF ID, you can turn in your old one at card services in the Communication and Media building to receive a free new one. If you do not have an old UCF ID to turn in, you will have to pay for a new UCF ID.

Financial Aid

For information on financial aid, read our guide here. In general, you should check your myUCF account and complete any items on your to-do list. If you have successfully completed the financial aid process you can expect your approved aid to be disbursed during the second week of classes.

It鈥檚 important to complete the confirmation of academic activity during the first week so you will receive your financial aid on time.

Food

For a list of dining options on campus, including the 鈥�63 South dining hall, Chick-fil-A, and Panda Express, click .聽 There鈥檚 also Burger U, Jimmy John鈥檚, The Pop Parlour, Domino鈥檚 Pizza, Gringos Locos, Dunkin鈥�, Subway and Knightro鈥檚 by Knights Plaza. There鈥檚 also a Domino鈥檚 in the John T. Washington Center.

Topper鈥檚 Creamery by the Reflecting Pond offers $1 cones on Wednesday.

A variety of food options opening inside of UnionWest at Creative Village this fall, however they will not be open during the first week of classes. During the first week of class, you can grab a bite from on-campus food trucks, pop-up eateries and nearby restaurants.

Football Game

On Thursday, Aug. 29, UCF kicks off football season with the first game against Florida A&M University at Spectrum Stadium at 7:30 p.m. For our guide to the game click here.

Class and university operations at main, Rosen and downtown campuses and Research Park will close at 2 p.m. to allow time for game-day preparations. Campus activity and operations will resume Friday, Aug. 30 at 6 a.m.

Involvement

If you鈥檙e looking to get involved on campus, you can find some starting points here. Reaching out to the or searching the search engine are excellent ways to find student organizations that align with your interests.

Parking and Transportation

All parking and transportation information can be found here. One of the most important things to know is back-in parking is no longer allowed on any UCF campus. Everyone at UCF must park nose-in, tail-out, and failure to abide by this policy will result in a warning or citation. This method of parking is intended to increase campus safety and will help with Parking Services鈥� transition to digital permits in the future.

Another major change is metered parking throughout campus no longer accepts coins. Now you must pay for parking at designated spaces by using the or calling 407-809-4834.

After you鈥檝e ordered your you can pick it up at Parking Services located in Garage B.

Pegasus Palooza / Welcome Week

The week-long annual celebration welcomes students on all 色花堂鈥檚 campuses to the fall semester with events such as Knight Rave, a pool party and more. It all starts Aug. 23 at 8 p.m. at the Palooza Carnival and ends with a Day of Service on Aug. 31 at 8 a.m. For more information and the full schedule, visit

UCF Downtown students can take part in Pegasus Palooza by bringing their UCF ID to the events. There will be shuttles to take downtown students to and from the following Pegasus Palooza events:

• The Knighting and Opening Knight (a welcoming event that will be also be livestreamed ), Aug. 25; departing from downtown at 2:30 p.m.; leaving for downtown at 7 p.m.
• Comedy Knight featuring Pete Davidson, Aug. 26; departing from downtown at 6:30 p.m.; leaving for downtown at 10 p.m.
• Concert Knight featuring Blackbear, Aug. 28; departing from downtown at 6:30 p.m.; leaving for downtown at 10 p.m.
• Late Knights, Aug. 30; departing from downtown at 7 p.m., leaving for downtown at 12

There will also be a held on the downtown campus with events such as a week-long scavenger hunt, esports tournament and bike-trail outing. Students who want an exclusive look at their downtown campus before classes begin are invited to join a on Friday, Aug 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. You鈥檒l be able to tour the new campus buildings and visit with student services and organizations that will be at the downtown campus.

Rosen Campus

Rosen College of Hospitality Management students should double-check their schedules to verify which campus their classes are being held. Some are offered at Rosen while others are on main campus. Also, be sure to check the shuttle schedule and traffic patterns to make sure you make it to class on time.

Study Resources

Start the semester off right by becoming familiar with the Student Academic Resource Center. This learning center is in Room 117 of Trevor Colbourn Hall and offers tutoring, supplemental instruction, academic workshops and more.

Online students can also access SARC resources through the website.

UCF Downtown students can access the Learning Support Center on campus for tutoring in general education classes and the writing center. You can also check out materials, such as graphing and scientific calculators, here.

All Knight Study locations are 24-hour study centers on campus offering computer access, study rooms and areas, Wi-Fi, and free Scantrons and printing. The AKS in Ferrell Commons is open Monday through Friday during the fall. The location in Knights Plaza is open seven days a week during the fall.

Supplies and Printing

Using your valid UCF ID you can access free printing in the Student Government Association鈥檚 Computer Lab in Room 209 of the Student Union, All Knight Study at Ferrell Commons and All Knight Study at Knights Plaza.

You can also use your UCF ID to get one free Scantron per day at the All Knight Study locations or at the SGA information desk in Room 214 of the Student Union. Free green books are also available, but you are limited to three per semester.

Technology

If you鈥檙e having technical issues or don鈥檛 own a computer, you can use Windows PCs, Macs or check out these devices for free at the John C. Hitt Library, Tech Commons I lab, Tech Commons II lab and Classroom Building I. Depending on the location you can also check out other items such as tablets and GoPros.

You can also access free software such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and more on any computer. UCF Apps is also available for Android and iOS devices. Just go to your device鈥檚 app store and download the free Citrix Receiver app. For more information on how to install and use UCF Apps click .

Textbooks

To find out how to save money on textbooks, read our guide here. Some options include using e-books, textbook lending and taking advantage of the on-campus bookstore鈥檚 price-matching offer. You can also check Facebook groups, such as 鈥淐lass of 2023,鈥� to find books other students are selling.

Tuesday, April 12, 2016
12:30 p.m.
Student Union Atrium

Pegasus Palooza is the annual Welcome Week held during the first week of fall classes. This year marks the first time Palooza programming will be extended into the first few weeks of the semester. The executive board is hard at work planning what is sure to be another huge success. The call for programs will be sent out in the coming weeks.

For additional information, visit: palooza.sdes.ucf.edu/.

On June 28, the Pegasus Palooza Summer Bash was held at the Leisure Pool where students swam, played pool volleyball, danced to the DJ and enjoyed Jeremiah鈥檚 Italian Ice. Over 1,000 students attended; a record-breaking number for the event.

鈥淲e were so excited by the turnout; it鈥檚 a great event for students to have fun in a safe environment before the first day of classes,鈥� stated Abby Nobili, program coordinator.

The annual LINK Summer B Block Party was held on June 30 in the Academic Village Courtyard. Students had the chance to talk to representatives聽from聽over 25 different offices, spin wheels for prizes, partake in 鈥渋nebriation goggle鈥� activities and join in the Amazing Race, a campuswide scavenger hunt. The Block Party had 424 students in attendance and 12 teams participated in the race.

Both events were great starts to the six weeks of summer programming that will culminate with 鈥淟INKO鈥� on August 4.

LINKO is LINK鈥檚 fun and fast-paced version of BINGO. Students receive LINKO cards at check-in and play classic rounds of four corners, filling in a row, creating letters and more for a chance to win great prizes. First to win must stand up and yell LINKO.

For more information on LINK and upcoming events, visit:聽.