The University of West Florida announced a $175,000 gift from Regions Foundation, the nonprofit initiative of Regions Bank that supports community investments, to sponsor an innovative cybersecurity workforce development program designed to train veterans across Northwest Florida and South Alabama. The gift was presented at a check ceremony on Oct. 7, 2020, at the UWF […]
UWF Notice: Hurricane Delta Update #3 October 7, 2020 University officials are continuing to closely monitor Hurricane Delta, which is now a category 2 hurricane and is forecast to make landfall on the Louisiana coast on Friday, Oct. 9. All University of West Florida locations remain operational at this time. If conditions change, the University […]
As an extension to its existing relationship with ProtoCall Services for afterhours campus counseling center coverage, the University of West Florida recently announced that it will be providing its students free access to Togetherall, a 24/7 online peer-to-peer mental health community. Togetherall is moderated by registered practitioners who keep members safe and facilitate the process […]
The University of West Florida and Peace Corps announced Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2020, a new partnership centered on an undergraduate certificate program called Peace Corps Prep. Scheduled to launch in January 2021, the Peace Corps Prep program will combine targeted coursework with hands-on experience, building the competencies needed for students to be strong Peace Corps volunteers […]
Established as a nationally recognized leader in cybersecurity education and workforce development, the University of West Florida cybersecurity program earned another distinction, signifying its rapid ascension. In only its second year of existence, UWF’s nationally designated Master of Science in Cybersecurity online program has been ranked as one of the best values in the nation, […]
The University of West Florida was named a 2020 “Great College to Work For,” marking the institution’s eighth appearance on the list. Conducted annually, the Great Colleges to Work For survey collects data and highlights colleges that receive top ratings from their employees on workforce practices and policies. This year, 221 institutions participated in the […]
For the second consecutive year, the University of West Florida ranks among the best public regional universities in the South. U.S. News & World Report released its 2021 Best Colleges rankings on Monday, Sept. 14, and ranked UWF among the top 15 public institutions in the region. UWF was the only university in the state […]
UWF Notice: #Sally Update #17 UWF is continuing to assess damage from Hurricane Sally. A licensed drone operator will be on the Pensacola campus Saturday, Sept. 26, gathering aerial footage of buildings, nature trails and other UWF facilities. The University is reopened; however, it is advised to take caution when traveling to UWF locations. The […]
The University of West Florida announced a gift to rename the Department of Music. An anonymous contribution has established the Dr. Grier Williams School of Music in memory of the first chair of the music department. “This incredibly generous and forward-looking gift will enhance our ability to provide the very best music education for our […]
This summer, the Emerald Coast Writing Project transitioned its annual Invitational Summer Institute to a virtual format in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, hosting more than 140 teachers for a successful reunion called “The NWP Reboot 2020.” “What amazed me most is that even during this stressful time, teachers wanted to spend three days together […]
The Florida Small Business Development Center at UWF processed 275 grants totaling over $1,278,500 for Northwest Florida small businesses needing financial assistance due to COVID-19. Gulf Power, BBVA Bank, the cities of Fort Walton Beach, Destin, Milton, Pensacola, Gulf Breeze and the commissioners of Escambia, Santa Rosa and Okaloosa counties funded these grant programs. Gulf […]
The University of West Florida’s Counseling and Psychological Services will provide virtual Quarantine and Isolation Peer Support Drop-In sessions twice weekly for students in isolation or quarantine due to possible exposure to COVID-19. Students will be able to access the support session through Zoom. “CAPS understands that isolation and quarantine can be very tough, and […]
