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Life on Campus

An in Depth Look at UCF Homecoming

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
Life on Campus, Professional Development

Entrepreneurial Series: Failure as a Road to Success

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
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Life in Orlando

Letting the Cat Out of the Bag: American Idioms Explained (G-P)

Adjusting to life in a new culture can be challenging enough without language getting in the way. We’re here to explain even more idioms you’ll hear in the USA so these phrases actually make sense. Missed part 1 of our American idioms series? Check that out too!   Get off my back When you want... Continue reading Letting the Cat Out of the Bag: American Idioms Explained (G-P)
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Life in Orlando

Cat Got Your Tongue? American Idioms Explained (A-F)

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)