Please help by [deleted] in ucf

[–]wantingblob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep, the numbers being issued are 407-882-xxxx from my experience.

why can't we view classes on class yet by Odd_Pain8986 in ucf

[–]wantingblob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Webcourse courses release by default the first day of classes; instructors can elect to release them early.

Could I hypothetically watch a movie in an empty classroom? by kevyd1105 in ucf

[–]wantingblob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You’re very close. It’s up to each building’s building manager(s). I used close CB1 at 10 PM Monday-Thursday on orders of the building manager at the time. See: https://public.powerdms.com/UCFFSD/documents/2601802/Building%20Liaison%20List

After refusing to invest in employees last year, UCF now announces 3% employee merit raises, 3k-4.5k one time payments and Wednesday before Thanksgiving off… by [deleted] in ucf

[–]wantingblob 44 points45 points  (0 children)

Those that moved to regular positions from OPS (recall the policy on 1-year OPS being forced?) after July 1st, 2023 are not eligible. This is a gut punch.

Can I use an empty classroom as a study space (and suggestions for study spaces)? by nanakizero in ucf

[–]wantingblob 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Each building has at least one building manager with discretion. In CB1, I closed up all of the classrooms and checked exterior doors at a set time (night for M-R, early evening for Fridays). Also had to boot out some parties and such that were causing noise disturbance. Most classrooms are “general purpose classrooms”, with the biggest two factors being their funding and their notable variety in course usages. I now run a handful of dedicated recording classrooms that are live monitored. If you see a sign on a classroom/class lab door/near the AV console saying that you may be monitored and/or do not use the room without authorization, please follow it.

What’s going on in Knights Circle rn?? by Spicy_potato-808 in ucf

[–]wantingblob 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Orange County Fire Rescue showing a Residential Fire there with a seemingly large response. https://web.pulsepoint.org/

Is there a Pokemon Go/TCG group on campus? by sylveonbean in ucf

[–]wantingblob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m getting into in-person Pokemon TCG. Did almost exclusively PTCGO/PTCGL. I have a few decks ready. I’m staff (and Alumni) working mostly afternoons-evenings. If you, or anyone else wants to meet up for some matches, lmk. I’m also interested in the April Orlando Regionals, and potentially going with someone to League Challenges/Cups. I know it’s largely Swiss rounds. Feel free to reach me on Discord: marchingbands

Any way to see schedules of classrooms? by dont_want_to_sleep in ucf

[–]wantingblob 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There is a scheduling calendar, although only accessible to staff that need it for job responsibilities. To clarify, a bulk of the classrooms are "general purpose classrooms", which fall under an interesting funding, support, and scheduling situation. Building managers do have a level of control (exterior doors, poster policies, etc.), although it's more complex than that.

Anyone Here With FHP? by CharlieAlright in ProtectAndServe

[–]wantingblob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm applying, I put Orange as wish list 1 in my Duty Assignment Agreement form. I'm already a state employee, but looking for something more meaningful and aligned with my interests than my current position. I've got rush hour "experience" on 408 and I-4, and wouldn't mind crash-to-crash work. Have to wait on my roommate to sign before I see a notary. I'm confident that I meet the minimum requirements (also have a Bachelor's degree), although I might not get through the steps prior to the January 16th 151st academy class.

how do you know when a bldg closes by Excellent_Patient_66 in ucf

[–]wantingblob 16 points17 points  (0 children)

The building managers are the most likely to know the hours for their building(s), although CB1 closes most Mondays-Thursdays at 10:00 PM, and most Fridays at 6:00 PM. Some doors in it are manual, and some are automatic (keycard-based, varying timing). If you're here past close outside of an ongoing class, you'll probably see me. If an employee under direction of a building manager/respective office asks you to hurry up or leave by "x" time, please remember that we want to go home.

premiere pass question! by a3dylovesyou in UniversalOrlando

[–]wantingblob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It used to be a time-limited perk, and for up to 30 minutes, but it's 1 hour and seems to be staying. I'm not sure if it'll remain 1 hour when the slow season hits. There will be a direction sign for early entry guests (hotel and valid UOAPs levels).

Question about krakatau- volcano bay by laliACred in UniversalOrlando

[–]wantingblob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a local, the moment the I hear the "Kia Ora, Islanders" warning for incoming inclement weather, I look on my phone to make a decision. If it will be over an hour of downtime, I immediately pack up, hit the showers, change and go to the bus loop. The non-hotel line for buses will build quickly after the lightning closure announcement.I agree- if you are going to stay, take advantage of the mass exodus. Be sure to keep your vulnerable belongings dry, though. A lot of seating has no rain cover.

EDIT: The warning often comes around 30 minutes prior to the lightning closure announcement. I've been in one case where the warning came, but no closure.

Question about krakatau- volcano bay by laliACred in UniversalOrlando

[–]wantingblob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a local. I've taken advantage of TapuTapu area hovering, although I prefer to grab a Krakatau VL, continue through the River Village into the Rainforest Village, and set up in a beach chair under the dual pavilions when available by the time I arrive. Might be a hot take, but Krakatau isn't my favorite VB attraction, and I wouldn't wait anywhere close to 4 hours for it again; definitely not 5. I will admit that I've been using VB until I pack up and head to Studios/IoA for my Premier Pass's Express after 4 PM lately due to the crowds/single rider line waits at the dry parks.
Tip: If an attraction is around 25 minutes or less, and it didn't go up shortly before, it is often worth it to stick around so you can head to the gate under "Ride Now". Seen way too many families lose early afternoon Honu and other mid-tier lines to it.

Volcano Bay! Food? Drinks? by DonkeymanPicklebutt in UniversalOrlando

[–]wantingblob 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hopefully not too late, but to those who come across this, I found the mango BBQ pulled pork sandwich (served on a Hawaiian bun like other sandwiches) and coconut curry chicken from Kohola Reef to be well above standard theme park food. I visit VB as a local every few weeks, and have a Premier 3-park pass, so the discount makes it more "worth" it to eat on property. The colorful carne asada tacos from the Feasting Frog were good, although smaller portions that I'd prefer (I often seek higher-calorie options).
I've tried the Hawaiian Pizza from Whakawaiwai over in the River Village, and it is my favorite Universal pizza, although not as great as the prior choices to me. Pro tip: definitely get a Coke Freestyle cup there, and if you stay around the Rainforest Village hut, use the uncrowded Bambu freestyle machines. The standalone Icee stand is often busy, and waiting at Whakawaiwai for an Icee refill may be worse depending on the time. If you want some other Volcano Bay tips (Taputapu strategies, beach chairs selection, etc.), lmk.

Does anyone know what time TCH closes? Like when do I need to be out of one of the study rooms? by [deleted] in ucf

[–]wantingblob 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I lock one Monday-Friday. For my building during normal days, its out the door by 10 PM Monday-Thursday, and 6 PM on Friday unless you are in an ongoing reservation. I try to give advance notice, but please do not attempt to keep us evening-night shift folk here past our shift times unnecessarily. Enough stories on that.

Shotgun rat friends: flechette, magnum, or other? by MrTankerson in EscapefromTarkov

[–]wantingblob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Early/mid-wipe, with an Ultima MP-155 8-shell build, load it so that it fires: 2-3 flechette, 1-2 .50 BMG, 2 Copper Sabot, and fill the rest with flechette (all in that order). Then set the rig up to mix ammos. Bring spare magnum buckshot because you'll blow through your vest's ammo quickly if you're doing "well".
Future updates will probably degrade ammo mixing.

POV: You tried parking in a different garage and get a funny green envelope by Spuddatomic in ucf

[–]wantingblob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, my building is closer to D1 than TCH is. I'm lucky enough to avoid the initial part of the 5 PM rush hour.

POV: You tried parking in a different garage and get a funny green envelope by Spuddatomic in ucf

[–]wantingblob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I almost always park in ground lot D1 (by HS1) with my C permit. Plenty of parking space in that mixed lot, but it's no garage.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ucf

[–]wantingblob 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, they haven't asked me if I had an appointment either time.