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UWF Adjunct History Instructor Explores Lincoln’s Home Life in New Book

Alan Manning grew up loving history, which he learned first-hand from his grandfather who used to regale him with stories of World War I.

Aug. 02, 2016

Research, Development of New Projects Involves Inevitable Setbacks

Thomas Asmuth’s project uses remotely operated submersibles to collect data and images of the turbidity of water.

Jul. 28, 2016

UWF art professor Barbara Larson accepts new role as department chair

The University of West Florida College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities recently welcomed Dr. Barbara Larson as the chair of the Department of Art. For more than 10 years, Larson has served UWF’s art department, teaching modern art history and its relationship to the history of science, politics and culture. She specializes in the […]

Jul. 26, 2016

Author, Editor Reflects on Lifelong Love of Poetry

Jonathan Fink is a professor and the director of creative writing at the University of West Florida, where he also edits Panhandler Magazine and Panhandler Books.

Jul. 18, 2016

Cellphone Conversations Cause Major Distraction in Car

In a study by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 69 percent of U.S. drivers reported that they talk on a cell phone while driving.

Jul. 13, 2016

Paper by UWF Educator Draws Attention Online

The paper, on which Stanny is the lead author along with co-authors Melissa Gonzalez and Britt McGowan reference librarians at UWF, covers a five-year longitudinal study.

Jul. 07, 2016

UWF chemistry professor Dr. Karen Molek receives distinguished mentoring award

The American Chemical Society Scholars Program has selected University of West Florida Assistant Professor of Chemistry Dr. Karen Molek as the 2016 recipient of the Zaida C. Morales‐Martinez Prize for Mentoring. The ACS Scholars Program was established in 1994 to attract African-American, Hispanic and American Indian students, considered underrepresented in the chemical sciences, to pursue […]

Jul. 06, 2016

UWF Professor Conducts Oral Health Assessments in Ecuador

Tooth decay is the most common chronic children’s disease. Dr. Denice Curtis has been doing her part to spread the word about good dental health.

Jul. 05, 2016

Students Learn STEM Concepts at UWF’s Discovery Spot Camp

“Discovery Spot is a technology rich playground that provides an innovative space for students in grades 5-12 to experience state of the art technology in various STEM disciplines.”

Jun. 27, 2016

Dr. Susan James Provides Intense Writing Training for Teachers

James is in charge of the National Writing Project, which is a three-week summer program designed to immerse educators in reading and writing activities.

Jun. 20, 2016

Use Caution, Stay Hydrated When Exercising in Extreme Heat

Summer heat does not have to leave you wilted or cause you to skip your normal exercise routine. Make the best of it without putting yourself in danger.

Jun. 16, 2016

$649,000 grant from National Science Foundation to support UWF STEM students

The University of West Florida Department of Chemistry has received a grant totaling more than $649,000 from the National Science Foundation that will provide scholarships, research opportunities and professional development for academically talented, financially disadvantaged students in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The grant will be used to establish a NSF Scholarships […]

Jun. 01, 2016

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