The University of West Florida College of Education and Professional Studies recently recognized seven students who graduated as Emerge Scholars this past spring. “The CEPS Emerge Program affords opportunities for students to bridge theory to practice through hands-on experiences,” said Dr. William Crawley, dean of the College of Education and Professional Studies. “Students apply their […]
The University of West Florida College of Education and Professional Studies Emerge Program sponsored a group of nine students to participate in a college-wide, interdisciplinary study abroad opportunity in Japan in May 2015. The Japan Study Abroad Program was hosted in collaboration with the Jikei Group of Colleges and led by Paula Rappe, assistant professor […]
The University of West Florida and Escambia County School District are set to host a Summer Invitational Institute for educators June 8-25, 2015, as part of ongoing efforts to become a National Writing Project site. The three-week workshop invites teachers to become students, immersing participants in engaging writing activities to create innovative and motivating curriculum […]
The University of West Florida College of Professional Studies recently honored distinguished alumni and community partners at its 5th Annual Showcase, held at the UWF Conference Center. The event recognizes the College’s alumni who are doing great work in their fields; community partners who work closely with faculty and students to provide rich learning experiences, […]
Social work students from the University of West Florida recently relived the Underground Railroad as part of a study away experiential learning project, sponsored by the UWF College of Professional Studies Emerge Program. The purpose of the trip was to help the students gain a deeper understanding of global conditions of diverse populations, specifically African […]
The University of West Florida and Florida Blue hosted an event today in celebration of their long-time partnership, and announced a $100,000 gift to support UWF’s health-related programs. The celebration highlighted Florida Blue’s impact on the education of Northwest Florida’s health care professionals through its continued support of UWF programs. Darnell Smith, North Florida Market […]
The University of West Florida and Gulf Coast State College are proud to announce the expansion of the current GCSC2UWF Program with a new articulation agreement. Through this partnership, students have the opportunity to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Hospitality, Recreation and Resort Management from UWF at Gulf Coast State College. This collaborative effort […]
The University of West Florida Mock Trial Team hosted the third annual UWF Argo Invitational this weekend. The event, which was held in the UWF Mock Trial Courtroom, is sponsored by Stetson University College of Law. The tournament consisted of four trial rounds that were judged by local attorneys and judges. Teams from Auburn University, […]
The University of West Florida and Stetson University College of Law announced that they are partnering to offer a 3+3 program, starting in August 2015, that will allow aspiring attorneys to reduce the time they spend working toward a law degree. The 3+3 program allows high-performing students to earn their bachelor’s and juris doctor (J.D.) […]
The University of West Florida College of Professional Studies Emerge Program recently selected 15 students to participate in a college-wide, interdisciplinary study abroad opportunity in Japan in May 2014. The Japan Study Abroad Program is hosted in collaboration with the Jikei Group of Colleges and led by Paula Rappe, assistant professor of social work, and […]
University of West Florida students enrolled in the Networking and Telecommunications online course can now conduct experiments with robots remotely through the Robo Explore Lab, a new initiative launched this summer as part of the College of Professional Studies Emerge Program. The purpose of the lab is to engage online students in high impact practices […]
Social work students from the University of West Florida recently traveled to Guatemala to learn firsthand the impact of serving those in need. Christopher Cotten, assistant professor in the UWF Department of Social Work, led a group of one undergraduate and six graduate students to Guatemala this August. The purpose of the trip was service-learning […]
