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Florida Virtual Campus launches redesigned website to provide online access to hub of innovative educational services

This week, the Florida Virtual Campus, a statewide hub of innovative educational services for K12 and postsecondary education students, launched a major redesign of its website, www.flvc.org. The newly designed website provides online access to educational services for high school and postsecondary students across the State. Students have the ability to search for content in […]

Jan. 23, 2015

UWF Mock Trial Team hosts 2015 Argo Invitational

The University of West Florida Mock Trial Team hosted the fourth annual UWF Argo Invitational last weekend, Jan 17 and 18. The event, which was held in the UWF Mock Trial Courtroom, is sponsored by Stetson University College of Law. A total of 18 teams from 13 universities competed in the tournament this year. Local judges […]

Jan. 21, 2015

UWF welcomes new chair for the Department of Hospitality, Recreation & Resort Management

The University of West Florida recently announced Dr. Lisa Marie Assante as the Chair for the newly established Department of Hospitality, Recreation & Resort Management. Assante will support the educational mission of the University and the College of Education and Professional Studies by providing leadership for the department. “We are excited to have Dr. Assante […]

Jul. 24, 2014

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UWF Innovation Institute launches Center for Cybersecurity

UWF Innovation Institute recently launched the Center for Cybersecurity, providing a hub for research on cybersecurity and opportunities for students to move into high-demand career fields through collaborative partnerships. In February 2014, Dr. Pamela Northrup, executive director of Innovation Institute and associate provost for academic innovation, appointed UWF professor and chair of the Department of […]

Apr. 22, 2014
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14 Ideas for 2K14 seminar hosted by UWF College of Business

The University of West Florida College of Business Executive Mentor Program will host Michael Mika, on Thursday, Feb. 27 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. for his presentation titled 2K14 Digital Disruption, Tips for Living with the ‘New Normal.’ The event will take place at the UWF College of Business Education Center, Building 76A, Room 101. Mika, Digital Marketing Consultant for 2ManyApps […]

Feb. 20, 2014

UWF College of Business to host Women in Leadership: Designing Your Future

The University of West Florida College of Business Executive Mentor Program will host Women in Leadership: Designing Your Future on Friday, Feb. 7 at 12 p.m. in the UWF Conference Center on the main Pensacola campus. Registration will begin at 11 a.m. The conference will feature thought-provoking session presentations and panel discussions from recognized thought-leaders. Attendees will gain knowledge about […]

Jan. 22, 2014

UWF College of Business Executive Mentor Program to host author Michael Ryan

The UWF College of Business Executive Mentor Program will host Michael Ryan, author of The BOOM! BOOM! Book, on Tuesday, Jan. 28 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the UWF College of Business Education Center, Building 76A, Room 103 for his presentation titled “Practical Tips to Make Sure Your Career Doesn’t Go Bust!” Ryan, an award-winning journalist and business executive, provides […]

Jan. 16, 2014

UWF Masters in Public Health receives additional accolade – Program ranked No. 4 “Best Buy” nationwide by GetEducated.com

The University of West Florida (UWF) Masters in Public Health (MPH) program was recently ranked No. 4 “Best Buy” in the nation, by GetEducated.com. “Best Buy” rankings highlight the most affordable online master’s for public health professionals and managers seeking a high quality, low-cost education online, all regionally accredited. The ranking list is based on a […]

Jun. 26, 2013

Pensacola Pledge Scholars Calls for Applications

Pensacola Pledge Scholars program is now accepting applications for the 2013-2014 academic year. The program awards eligible recipients $2,000 per academic year to attend University of West Florida (UWF), and $1,200 to attend Pensacola State College (PSC). To apply for the Pensacola Pledge Scholars program, students must submit an application, two letters of recommendation and a 500-word essay on “What being a citizen […]

Feb. 19, 2013

UWF’s Executive Mentor Program welcomes first class of students and mentors

The University of West Florida College of Business’s new Executive Mentor Program has matched its first class of 30 students with area business leaders who will serve as mentors to initiate networking and career opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. The list includes the following prominent business leaders: Pam Bilbrey, president of Bilbrey & Associates […]

Jan. 02, 2013

UWF named among 2011 “Great Colleges to Work For”

PENSACOLA, Fla. – The University of West Florida is one of the best colleges in the nation to work for, according to rankings by The Chronicle of Higher Education released on Monday. The survey is based on data from nearly 44,000 survey participants at 310 institutions. UWF and Florida International University in Miami are the […]

Aug. 03, 2011

Business booming for UWF students

For the University of West Florida College of Business, life is good. Students in the program have placed first in national competitions, scored nationally on the ETS Major Field Test in Business and are being recruited by corporate giants like Shell Oil, Exxon, General Motors and Home Depot. On top of that, the College of […]

Jul. 18, 2008

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