Health Insurance Open Enrollment for Eligible CF Employees

Open Enrollment for Plan Year 2026 Open Enrollment is your annual opportunity to make changes to your College of Central FL Voluntary Benefits and State Group Insurance coverage. Open Enrollment begins at 8 a.m. ET, Monday, Oct. 13, and ends at 6 p.m. ET, Friday, Oct. 31, 2025. College of Central FL Voluntary Benefits Open ... Read more

“Pre Fab!” Screening and Post-fil Talk with Todd Thompson

Appleton Museum 4333 E. Siler Springs Blvd., Ocala, FL, United States

This month, as part of the Ira Holmes International Film Series, "Pre Fab!" has been called “the last Beatles story to tell about how it all began.” The film chronicles the rise of skiffle music and its impact on post-World War II British youth, the influence of American Rock ‘n’ Roll and how, in 1956, ... Read more

Policy Navigator: “Mastering Media Interviews” presented by Rachel Cote, director, Marketing and Public Relations

Professional Development Center

You’re the subject matter expert in your area, but can you talk in sound bites? Get expert tips so you’re prepared to be a CF brand ambassador and confidently handle media interviews like a PR pro. This workshop will be held in the Professional Development Center, room 112, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Please click here to ... Read more

BAS Virtual Information Session

Online

Encourage your students to join advisors, administrators and faculty, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 12:30-1:30 p.m., for a virtual informational session about the Bachelor of Applied Science in Business and Organization Management. Learn about specialization options, program design, affordability and admissions. Registration is required. Topics and concepts presented at this event are for discussion purposes only and ... Read more

October Waffle Wednesday

Patriot Cafe

The Student Activities Board will host a Waffle Wednesday in the Patriot Café, Bryant Student Union, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 12:30-1:30 p.m. Come enjoy a fluffy waffle with all your favorite toppings! Please remember events sponsored by the Student Activities Board are for enrolled students. If you are not a currently enrolled student, kindly refrain from ... Read more

Ocala SAB McDonald’s FUNdraiser

McDonald's 2827 SW 27th Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

Join SAB for a FUNdraiser! Make a purchase between 4-6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 8 and part of the proceeds come back to SAB for their Leadership fund. This will take place at the McDonald's located at SW 27th Ave. and SW 19th Ave. Rd. in Ocala.

New Employee Orientation

Professional Development Center

New Employee Orientation sessions are held twice a month. New full-time employees are required to attend one as part of their onboarding. These sessions offer a heartfelt welcome to our college family, sharing our rich history, how we operate, and the mission, vision, and values that shape our culture. While part-time employees aren’t required to ... Read more

Tech Forward: “Google AI Studio – An Introduction” with Cole Diaz, instructional designer, E-Learning

Professional Development Center

Unleash your creativity with Google AI Studio! Join Cole Friday, Oct. 17, 12:30-1:30 p.m. and learn the secrets to making your projects smarter, faster, and more impactful. Get the insider tips to turn your ideas into reality. Get ready for an "A-HA" moment! This workshop will be held in the Professional Development Center, Room 117D. ... Read more

Tech Forward: “Intermediate MS Excel” with Dave Lanzilla, associate professor, Business & Technology

Professional Development Center

Working in MS Excel? Join Dave, Monday, Oct. 20, noon-1 p.m. and get beyond the basics with more tools and pro-tips that increase your knowledge and efficiency. Professor Dave will take you through the paces in this objective-based classroom experience. This workshop will be held in the Professional Development Center, room 117D. Please click here to ... Read more

“T.E.A.M.S.: “Double-Down” on your Strengths – 5-Paths Leadership”

Professional Development Center

Hone your core values and lead with WISDOM. Join Danny Camacho, Tuesday, Oct. 21, 9-10 a.m., learn to lead with your inner confidence and guide your team to remarkable success. This workshop will be held in the Professional Development Center, room 117C. Please click here to register. On the day of the event: Click here to join ... Read more

Life Savvy: “Push Pause on People-Pleasing – BayCare Behavioral Health” with Dr. Moser BayCare Behavioral Health

Professional Development Center

Wednesday, Oct. 22, 12:30-1:30 p.m., say yes to yourself! Discover the art of setting healthy boundaries and prioritizing your well-being, guilt-free. Led by Dr. Moser from BayCare Behavioral Health, this workshop gives you the tools to break free from people-pleasing and turn office dynamics around. This workshop will be held in the Professional Development Center, ... Read more

Life Savvy: “Protect Yourself: Identity Theft and Fraud” with Carrie Drake/CAMPUS USA Credit Union,

Professional Development Center

Identity theft strikes every two seconds, often leaving victims unaware until the damage is done. Thursday, Oct. 23, 12:30-1:30 p.m., join Carrie Drake from CAMPUS USA Credit Union as she reveals real-world fraud tactics and shares expert strategies to help you safeguard your personal and financial information. This event will be held in the Professional ... Read more

“Supervisory Essentials: Mastering the Art of Effective Communication”

Professional Development Center

What are you doing on a daily basis to build an environment of trust, collaboration, and high morale? Join Danny Friday, Oct. 24, 9-10 a.m. and learn ways to nurture your team to become engaged and resilient, boost camaraderie and foster a truly supportive workplace in this special workshop. This event will take place in ... Read more

Tech Forward: “Excel Triage Group” with Amy Osborne, assistant professor, Business & Technology

Professional Development Center

Join Amy, Friday, Oct. 24, 12:30-1:30 p.m. and bring your toughest MS Excel questions to get personalized, hands-on guidance to fix issues in this classroom setting designed to help you make your workbooks work smarter for you. Note: Please ensure that your data is safely redacted for the class. This workshop will be held in ... Read more

October Board Meeting Update

Founders Hall, Board Room

Please update your calendars. The October Board of Trustees meeting has been moved from Wednesday, Oct. 22 to Wednesday, Oct. 29. The meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 29, will be held on the Ocala Campus in Founders Hall Boardroom at 3 p.m. This change was voted on and approved at the August 25, 2025 board meeting.

New Employee Orientation

Professional Development Center

New Employee Orientation sessions are held twice a month. New full-time employees are required to attend one as part of their onboarding. These sessions offer a heartfelt welcome to our college family, sharing our rich history, how we operate, and the mission, vision, and values that shape our culture. While part-time employees aren’t required to ... Read more

Tech Forward: “Advanced MS Excel” with Dave Lanzilla, associate professor, Business & Technology

Professional Development Center

Master your data, by unlocking advanced Excel tools. Monday, Nov. 3, noon-1 p.m., Professor Dave reveals the features that will make your work feel simple in this objective-based, classroom setting. This workshop will take place in the Professional Development Center, room 117D. Please click here to register. On the day of the event: Click here to ... Read more

Volunteer Opportunity: Annual College Park Read-In

College Park Elementary 1330 SW 33rd Ave, Ocala, FL, United States

CF is hosting its annual read-in on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 7:30-8:30 a.m. This is a great chance for faculty, staff, and students to read to a group of students at College Park Elementary. The school is located at 1330 SW 33rd Ave. in Ocala. All CF faculty and staff are welcome to attend. Please register ... Read more

Tech Forward: “One Click Away: Inside the Mind of a Cybercriminal” presented by Jason Griffis, information security manager, Information Technology

Tuesday, Nov. 6, 9-10 a.m., dive into the digital underworld in safety with Jason.  Explore the intricate thought processes and motivations behind today's most sophisticated online schemes. This presentation offers an in-depth look at how cybercriminals operate, providing crucial insights into the evolving landscape of digital threats. This workshop will be held in the Professional Development ... Read more

“Supervisory Essentials: Building a Positive Team Culture”

Professional Development Center

What are the secrets to motivating, empowering, and guiding your team? Do they consistently exceed expectations and achieve exceptional results? If not, then let me help you focus your strategies to maximize team potential and drive departmental success. This workshop will be held Friday, Nov. 7, 9-10 a.m., in the Professional Development Center, room 112. Please ... Read more