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UWF's Counseling and Psychological Services launched a virtual Peer to Peer support resource that provides students with a clinically moderated place to get peer support for mental health issues, called TogetherAll.

University of West Florida to offer free, anonymous online mental health service, Togetherall, to students

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 […]

Oct. 01, 2020
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#ShieldUpArgos: UWF promotes use of face coverings with ‘Why I Wear a Face Covering’ social media campaign

The University of West Florida has launched an initiative to promote the use of face coverings at UWF locations and in the community. The series of social media postings features quotes and photos from UWF leadership, faculty members, staff and students to encourage others to be a part of the shared responsibility of protecting others. […]

Aug. 14, 2020
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New partnership connects UWF students and alumni with employers for micro-internships

The University of West Florida’s Office of Career Development and Community Engagement has partnered with Parker Dewey to help students and alumni gain meaningful job experience and launch their careers during the COVID-19 global pandemic. Parker Dewey offers a platform to connect current students with employers to complete micro-internships, which are paid assignments similar to […]

Jul. 22, 2020

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Students benefit from efforts by Division of Academic Engagement and Student Affairs

As the COVID-19 virus challenges University of West Florida students in ways never imagined, the Division of Academic Engagement and Student Affairs is holding true to its mission to support their personal development and academic success. “Our students are facing a new normal and in this environment new challenges sometimes arise,” said Dr. Kim LeDuff, […]

Apr. 15, 2020
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UWF team earns first place in regional computer programming contest

On Saturday, Nov. 9, the Department of Computer Science at the University of West Florida hosted the annual Southeast Association for Computing Machine Regional Programming contest as one of four regional sites. The contest was held simultaneously at the College of Charleston, Charleston, South Carolina; Kennesaw State University, Marietta, Georgia; and Florida International University, Miami, […]

Nov. 21, 2019

UWF President honored with national higher education career services award

For her forward-thinking leadership in support of career services education, University of West Florida President Martha D. Saunders is the 2019 National Association of Colleges and Employers Career Services Champion Award recipient. The national award is bestowed upon one college or university president or chancellor from an accredited institution of higher education. The NACE Honors […]

Jun. 06, 2019
The UWF Office of Equity and Diversity held the annual Kaleidoscope – Multiple Perspectives conference on Thursday, March 28, 2019, in the UWF Conference Center. The conference took an energetic approach to provide empowerment, embracing differences, inspiring action and facilitating a solution-oriented process for living a productive life. The program included panel discussions, small groups, and keynotes focusing on strategies for personal growth and development.

Kaleidoscope Conference explores multiple perspectives, encourages inclusive excellence

The Kaleidoscope-Multiple Perspectives conference took an energetic approach to provide empowerment, embrace differences, inspire action and facilitate a solution-oriented process for living a productive life on March 28 in the University Conference Center. Hosted by UWF’s Office of Equity and Diversity, the conference welcomed more than 160 attendees for a day of listening, networking and […]

Apr. 01, 2019

UWF to host Kaleidoscope-Multiple Perspectives, a diversity and inclusion conference

  WHAT: The University of West Florida’s Office of Equity and Diversity will provide another way for the campus and community to embrace diversity and inclusion when it hosts its first Kaleidoscope-Multiple Perspectives conference. The conference will take an energetic approach to provide empowerment, embracing difference, inspiring action and facilitating a solution-oriented process for living a […]

Mar. 14, 2019
UWF honors local community members at the third annual Trailblazer Awards luncheon hosted at the Museum of Commerce on Feb. 20, 2019

UWF honors local trailblazers at annual awards

In honor of Black History Month, the University of West Florida Office of Equity and Diversity and Epps Christian Center recently partnered to award nine community members who inspire and empower the Pensacola area. The third annual Trailblazer Awards luncheon was hosted at the Museum of Commerce in downtown Pensacola on Feb. 20. “The whole […]

Mar. 06, 2019
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UWF Community Partner Spotlight honors local organizations engaged in education

The University of West Florida Office of Career Development and Community Engagement is recognizing area partners through its new Community Partner Spotlight program. This quarterly recognition showcases the University-wide impact of UWF’s mutually-beneficial, long-standing partnerships and highlights partners with significant engagement with the University. “Community and economic engagement is one of the five key directions […]

Oct. 05, 2018

UWF recognized for excellence in diversity with 2018 HEED Award

For the third time, the University of West Florida has received the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity award from INSIGHT into Diversity magazine. This national honor recognizes 96 colleges and universities across the nation that demonstrate outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. “This is an exciting and timely acknowledgment as we implement the 2018-2022 Diversity […]

Sep. 20, 2018
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UWF to offer online Cross-Cultural Competency course

The University of West Florida is offering its newest massively open online course, Cross-Cultural Competency. Cross-Cultural Competency is structured around the concepts of awareness, acceptance and respect. The UWF Innovation Institute partnered with Dr. Kim LeDuff, the University’s chief diversity officer and vice president for academic engagement, to develop the free, not-for-credit course. The nationwide […]

May 09, 2018

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