Third Annual Boo Bash Hosted by GSA

The Ewers Century Center, Klein Conference Center

Please encourage your students to attend the third Annual GSA Boo Bash Thursday, Oct. 17, 6-9 p.m. at the Klein Center. Prizes will be awarded for cutest, funniest, scariest, best DIY, best group, and best overall costumes. Snacks and beverages will be served. Students: free admission with Student ID number; other guests, $5.00 at the ... Read more

Celebrate PT Month with CF

Help our PT students get all their needed hours! October is PT Month. The students are offering a free fall risk screening and free massage for faculty and staff.  The appointments will be held in Building 20, room 112 on Friday, Oct. 18 in two sessions, 10 a.m.-noon and 12:30-2:30 p.m. They schedule every 30 ... Read more

“Supervisory Essentials: Getting Started as a Supervisor” with Danny Camacho

Professional Development Center

In this session on Friday, Oct. 18, 9-10 a.m., you will learn about your core responsibilities, how to listen actively and communicate clearly with your team, and how to handle difficult conversations. This session is designed to help you feel confident and prepared as you begin or strengthen your supervisory journey. Topics and concepts presented ... Read more

“Finding Your Path to Leadership” with Josh Strigle

Professional Development Center

Join your fellow CF faculty and staff Monday, Oct. 21, 12:30-1:30 p.m., as Josh Strigle, dean of E-Learning & Academic Services, presents “Finding Your Path to Leadership.” Leadership is not always about the position you are in but your approach to contributing from that position. Whether you are in a decision-making/supervisory position or not, recognizing ... Read more

Be a Patriot PRIDE Customer Service Champion: The Art of Personalization with Danny Camacho

Professional Development Center

Join Danny Camacho on Monday, Oct. 21, 3-4 p.m for a workshop that will equip you with the tools to deliver exceptional experiences tailored to each individual’s needs. Discover how to connect with customers and colleagues on a deeper level, build trust, and create lasting relationships by applying the “Patriot PRIDE” principles. Topics and concepts ... Read more

AFC October Chapter Meeting: Communication

Please join us Tuesday, Oct. 22, 12:30-1:30 p.m., for the monthly meeting of the CF Chapter of the Association of Florida Colleges. This month's presentation given by Alicia Harrison and Erina Gross will be on the topic of communication. Meetings are held every fourth Tuesday at 12:30 p.m. In person locations are Ocala 3-112, Citrus- ... Read more

Cybersecurity Career Chat

The Ewers Century Center, Klein Conference Center

Faculty and staff, please encourage your students to attend this highly informative event! They will hear from local cybersecurity professionals about this growing field and how they can prepare for exciting future careers. Students will need to RSVP. This event will have food and refreshments as well as some giveaways. For more information, contact: osbornea@cf.edu. ... Read more

Beginning Excel with Dave Lanzilla

Professional Development Center

Join your fellow CF faculty and staff Wednesday, Oct. 23, 11:30-12:30 p.m., as Dave Lanzilla, associate professor, Business & Technology, presents “Beginning Excel.” Start from the basics and get comfortable with the essentials. In this session, you’ll learn how to navigate the Excel interface, create and save spreadsheets, enter and format data, and use simple ... Read more

Tech Forward: Intermediate Excel with Dave Lanzilla

Professional Development Center

On Wednesday, Oct. 23, 12:30-1:30 p.m. join Dave Lanzilla, associate professor, Business & Technology for "Intermediate Excel.” Elevate your Excel through an introduction to essential tools like charts, filtering and sorting data, and using basic formulas such as SUM and AVERAGE. These skills will help you manage and analyze your data more effectively. Fill out ... Read more

Waffle Wednesday

Patriot Cafe

The Student Activities Board will host a Waffle Wednesday in the Patriot Café, building 5, Wednesday, Oct. 23, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Please remember events sponsored by the Student Activities Board are for enrolled students. If you are not a currently enrolled student, kindly refrain from taking food or giveaways to ensure there are enough for our ... Read more

CF Fall Theatre Presentation: “Puffs: Or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic”

Dassance Fine Arts Center

Everyone is invited to attend the CF Fall Theatre presentation "Puffs: Or Seven Increasingly Eventful Years at a Certain School of Magic and Magic," Thursday-Sunday, Oct. 24-27. Thursday, Friday and Saturday shows begin at 7:30 p.m. Sunday's starts at 3 p.m. Shows will take place on the main stage of the Dassance Fine Arts Center. ... Read more

No Tricks, Only Treats

University Center

CF departments are invited to participate in the Learning Lab School's "No Tricks, Only Treats Costume Parade" at the Ocala Campus, Building 20 on Friday, Oct. 25, 9:30-11 a.m. The set-up time will be 9:30 a.m. and the children will arrive at 10 a.m. to visit each table for treats. There will be approximately 65 ... Read more

“T.E.A.M.S.: Leveraging Strengths in Team Dynamics” with Danny Camacho

Professional Development Center

Join Danny Camacho, manager, Office of Professional Development for “T.E.A.M.S.: Leveraging Strengths in Team Dynamics,” Friday, Oct. 25, 10-11 a.m. This session will focus on practical strategies for applying your strengths within a team setting. Participants will learn how to recognize the strengths of others, align their own tendencies with team goals, and adapt their ... Read more

New Yoga Nidra Meditation Sessions for Fall!

Stearns Learning Resources Center, Room 113

Carve out 30 minutes for some self care! Nicole McCaroll will be leading Yoga Nidra Meditation Sessions every other Friday at 1 p.m. beginning Oct. 25 and continuing through November. Faculty, staff and students are welcome to join Nicole in the Stearns Learning Resource Center, Room 113. Topics and concepts presented at this event are ... Read more

Mega Monday: ‘Connecting with Others: Advanced Social Skills for College Students’

Stearns Learning Resources Center

Faculty and staff, please encourage your students to join us for October's Mega Monday event: "Connecting with Others: Advanced Social Skills for College Students" Monday, Oct. 28, 12:30-1:30, in the Stearns Learning Resources Center, Building 3. FREE coffee/tea and a cookie for the first 50 students. Topics and concepts presented at this event are for ... Read more

Mastering Digital Communication with Phone Etiquette: A Patriot PRIDE Approach with Danny Camacho

Professional Development Center

“Mastering Digital Communication with Phone Etiquette: A Patriot PRIDE Approach” Monday, Oct. 28, 3-4 p.m. This workshop will equip you with the tools to communicate effectively, build trust, and maintain positive relationships in a digital age. Discover how to craft clear, concise and professional emails, handle phone calls with confidence, and apply the “Patriot PRIDE” ... Read more

CANCELLED Life Savvy: Deeds, Wills, and Trusts in Florida Estate Planning with Lori Vella, J.D.

Professional Development Center

This event has been cancelled until further notice. Apologies for the inconvenience.   “Deeds, Wills, and Trusts in Florida Estate Planning” with Lori Vella, J.D., Law Office of Lori Vella Tuesday, Oct. 29, 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Learn the key roles of deeds, wills, and trusts in Florida estate planning. This educational session will guide ... Read more

Ira Holmes Room Dedication Event

Humanities and Social Sciences Building 8, Room 110

Join us Tuesday, Oct. 29, 5:30 p.m. for a special room dedication and memorial reception honoring the CF Ira Holmes International Film Series founder, the late Ira Holmes. Following an introduction by CF president Dr. Henningsen, attendees will have the opportunity to share their memories of Ira before the film screening. We will end the ... Read more

Leading Patriots: “The Transformational Power of Failure” with Dr. Vernon Lawter

Professional Development Center

Join us Wednesday, Oct. 30, 12:30-1:30 p.m. for “The Transformational Power of Failure” with Dr. Vernon Lawter, vice president, Regional Campuses. This presentation explores how experiencing and overcoming failure can lead to significant personal and professional growth and delves into the ways failure fosters resilience, innovation, and a deeper understanding of one's strengths and weaknesses, ... Read more