UWF Office of Economic Development and Engagement partners to bring jobs to the region

The Office of Economic Development and Engagement at the University of West Florida announces the funding for the addition of more than 60 high-wage jobs at iSirona, a downtown Panama City-based medical software development company. This is the second economic development announcement that includes funding from the Industry Recruitment, Retention & Expansion Fund Grant Program […]

UWF receives $2.75 million planned gift commitment

University of West Florida graduate, John Switzer recently committed a planned gift valued at $2.75 million, one of the largest contributions in UWF history. The gift will provide support to the College of Business and UWF Athletics. “John’s planned gift commitment of $2.75 million to UWF represents one of the largest bequests to the institution […]

UWF Military Veterans Resource Center awards six scholarships

The University of West Florida’s Military and Veterans Resource Center (MVRC) recently awarded six scholarships to military veterans and families of veterans. Two of the scholarships came from private donations, and four were awarded through a donation from the First Command Educational Fund (FCEF), a nonprofit, public charity dedicated to improving financial literacy through scholarships […]

UWF to host sixth annual alumni golf tournament

The University of West Florida will host the sixth annual Alumni Scholarship Classic tournament Friday, Sept. 28 at Scenic Hills Country Club. All of the proceeds from the tournament will fund UWF student scholarships. Last year, the tournament raised $8,300, for a total of $36,000 over a six-year period. “The Annual Alumni Scholarship Classic has […]

UWF Office of Economic Development and Engagement partners with state, community and Navy Federal Credit Union to bring jobs to the region

The Office of Economic Development and Engagement at the University of West Florida announces the funding of $680,000 for the addition of 700 jobs at Navy Federal Credit Union. This is the first economic development announcement that includes funding from the Industry Recruitment, Retention & Expansion Fund Grant Program (IRREF). This program is available to […]

UWF business student receives $54,000 NOAA contract

Caleb Waller is majoring in business at the University of West Florida (UWF), taking summer classes and is interested in videography. He and his friend Sean Cullen, are currently working on a Federal Government contract to produce informational videos for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA). The contract will total more than $54,000. The […]

Ethical, spiritual, racial and gender issues discussed at book study

What if you discovered that long ago your mother’s cells were harvested during surgical treatment for cancer without her knowledge, and that since that day, her cells have become “immortal” – growing in labs across the world?  You learn that her cells spawned a multimillion dollar industry of which your family has never received a […]

Outdoor adventures abound at UWF

Are you looking for something fun to do this summer? UWF offers many free recreational activities indoor and outdoor. Canoe/Kayak Rental With your nautilus card, canoes and kayaks may be checked out during normal business hours from the HLS customer service desk for free. Canoes are available for use on campus in the bayou behind […]

Office of Undergraduate Research secures permanent funding

After two years of temporary funding, the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) at the University of West Florida has secured a recurring budget, which will result in better planning for the program and more opportunities for current and future students. In the past, students performing research at UWF did not have many sources of  direct […]

Tampa natives choose UWF

It may have been easy to attend a school closer to home, but two students from Tampa, Fla. have found a new home at the University of West Florida in Pensacola. Leah Gibney and Amy Bueno said they chose UWF because of student life, academic excellence and campus environment. Leah Gibney, student and wake boarder […]

UWF Dining Services assists Manna Food Pantry after recent floods

  UWF Dining Services is assisting Manna Food Pantry (MFP) with replenishing their supplies after the recent storms. The MFP suffered significant damage as a result of the recent flooding in downtown Pensacola. The lower floor of the warehouse flooded, including all offices and client service areas. Drop boxes will be placed on the UWF […]

UWF receives Japanese Foreign Minister Award

University of West Florida (UWF) President Judith Bense recently received the Japanese Foreign Minister Award on behalf of the institution. The award symbolizes the close relationship between UWF and Japan and recognizes the contribution of cultural exchanges and goodwill between the two countries. Upon receiving the news, Bense said that she was deeply grateful for […]