As the United States continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, its leaders are facing another unprecedented challenge: how to navigate a presidential election in light of a public health emergency. Faculty experts from the University of West Florida Department of Government are weighing in to offer their insight on the potential impacts of the global […]
The University of West Florida’s Counseling and Psychological Services will provide virtual Quarantine and Isolation Peer Support Drop-In sessions twice weekly for students in isolation or quarantine due to possible exposure to COVID-19. Students will be able to access the support session through Zoom. “CAPS understands that isolation and quarantine can be very tough, and […]
COVID-19 continues to present challenges, but University of West Florida students and faculty refuse to let the pandemic stop them from their potentially groundbreaking research. Earlier this month, 85 students and 47 faculty mentors participated virtually in the Summer Undergraduate Research Program 2020 Celebration Week. This came on the heels of students and faculty successfully […]
As the University of West Florida prepares to welcome students back to campus for the Fall 2020 semester, Housing and Residence Life is enhancing health and safety measures and reducing risk for COVID-19 on campus through new protocols for residents. Move-In The annual Move-In Day has been transformed into Move-In Week, taking place from Aug. […]
The University of West Florida has developed official protocols and resources for those who may have been exposed to COVID-19. Please review the below for additional information and visit www.uwf.edu/return for the Returning to UWF plan. How should students and employees notify the University if they have been exposed to COVID-19, have symptoms of COVID-19 […]
All University of West Florida library locations are now open to UWF students, faculty and staff, with new hours, guidelines and enhanced cleaning due to COVID-19. Per UWF guidelines, face coverings must be worn, an institutional identification card or valid username is required to enter any library location and the Daily COVID-19 Pre-screening must be […]
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. […]
The mandatory COVID-19 Student Training is available on MyUWF. All students are required to complete this short training by the following dates: Students living on campus must complete the training before their assigned move-in day during move-in week, which begins Monday, August 17. All other students must complete the training before the first day of […]
The University has developed an extensive list of Frequently Asked Questions on the Returning to UWF plan. Topics include information on COVID-19, campus environment, community, testing and academics. The Returning to UWF FAQs are continuously updated as new information becomes available. For more information on the Returning to UWF plan, visit uwf.edu/return.
All University of West Florida Library locations will reopen to students, faculty and staff on Monday, August 17, 2020, and operate with reduced hours. Requirements: Per UWF guidelines, face coverings must be worn. Anyone visiting UWF library locations must complete the Daily COVID-19 Pre-screening prior to visiting. All library locations are closed to the general […]
Commencement is a significant moment in the lives of graduates and their loved ones who supported them through their educational journey. On Saturday, August 8, the University of West Florida Class of 2020 spring and summer graduates celebrated that milestone and etched their names in University history as participants in the first virtual commencement. UWF […]
The University of West Florida Health, Leisure and Sports Facility and the Aquatic Center officially reopened and will operate on reduced hours. Fitness equipment and spaces have been modified to meet safe distancing measures. Requirements: Face coverings are required in the buildings, but may be removed while working out or swimming. Anyone visiting UWF Recreation […]
