A very common tradition amongst colleges and universities in America is Homecoming, and it is something everyone should experience at least once while they are in college. On UCF’s campus, Homecoming is one of the most eventful and fun times throughout the whole school year! This year, Homecoming is October 9th through October 15th, and... Continue reading An in Depth Look at UCF Homecoming
You’re going to fail. A lot. And that’s awesome. Failure isn’t something to fear. It’s something to embrace. Just ask Bill Gates. A Google search for “Microsoft failures” returns 28 million results. Yet according to Forbes, Gates is worth USD $79.7 billion. And as the world’s richest man, he’s also worth listening to when it... Continue reading Entrepreneurial Series: Failure as a Road to Success
Every language and culture has its own quirks that can confuse newcomers. Idioms, or common phrases that only make sense with a little further explanation, especially love to “throw a curve ball” at you. But after you read this list, understanding American idioms will be “as easy as taking candy from a baby.” As... Continue reading Cat Got Your Tongue? American Idioms Explained (A-F)
American football can be as confusing as it is exciting. While there’s a lot to learn, you’ll have a lot of fun along the way. To help you get started, here’s a football “cheat sheet” to check out! What is American football? American football is the most popular sport in America. It’s an exciting mix... Continue reading Getting to know American football
OMG, you’re coming to the USA! Study up on this list of common informal words so you can avoid epic fails when it comes to American slang. For real. All the _________ (phrase) An exaggeration to show strong feelings, usually in a positive way. Example: “Do you like puppies?” “I love all the puppies!”... Continue reading American Slang Words You Totes Need To Know