UWF to announce major gift on Jan. 20

WHAT: University of West Florida President Martha Saunders will host a press conference to announce a major gift to the University. WHEN: Friday, Jan. 20, 2017 TIME: 1 p.m. WHERE: University of West Florida Pensacola Campus College of Business Pennington Atrium (Building 76A) 11000 University Parkway Pensacola, FL 32514      

University of West Florida Mock Trial Team to host the 6th Annual UWF Argo Invitational

On Jan. 14-15, 2017, the University of West Florida Mock Trial Team will host the Sixth Annual UWF Argo Invitational. The tournament will feature 26 teams from 15 universities from across the country, and each team will compete in four trial rounds that will be judged by local attorneys and judges. The competition will be […]

Economics column: To understand the labor market, dig deeper into data

In a new column, Phyllis K. Pooley, director of special projects at the University of West Florida Center for Research and Economic Opportunity, discusses the types of unemployment data the government collects. Pooley’s article can be accessed through the UWF Center for Research and Economic Opportunity website.            

UWF recognized as Gold-level Military Friendly School

The University of West Florida announced today that it has been named a Gold-level Military Friendly School Award recipient in the large public school category for 2017. “I am personally very appreciative of this recognition by Victory Media,” said Marc Churchwell, director of the Military and Veterans Resource Center at UWF. “We have set a […]

UWF Fall 2016 Commencement honors John Appleyard, marks milestone for Bense

The University of West Florida hosted its Fall 2016 Commencement today at the Pensacola Bay Center. Addressing the graduates, UWF President Judy Bense noted the significance of Commencement ceremonies in marking a momentous milestone from college to career. She emphasized the unique importance of this Commencement in her own life, as well. “Today, I’m preparing […]

Economics column: Livability study shows Pensacola area lagging in health metrics

In a new column, Haas Center Assistant Director Amy Newburn discusses the recent AARP Public Policy Institute’s Livability Index, which gauges quality of life in communities around the country. In the report, Pensacola fared relatively well in areas such as environment and social engagement. However, it scored relatively poorly in health. Newburn’s article can be […]

Economics column: Tourists give retailers a summer boost, but holiday season still the busiest

In a new column, Phyllis K. Pooley, director of special projects at the University of West Florida Office of Economic Development and Engagement, explores how retail sales during the holiday shopping season compare to sales during the busy summer travel season. Pooley’s article can be accessed through the UWF Center for Research and Economic Opportunity […]

Two UWF professors join human trafficking task force

Drs. Andrew Denney and Melinda Lewis, faculty members in the University of West Florida College of Education and Professional Studies, have been asked to serve as members of the Pensacola Task Force for Human Trafficking. Organized by the Florida Department of Children & Families and the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, the task force aims […]

UWF Department of Theatre presents A Christmas Carol – A Ghost Story of Christmas

The University of West Florida Department of Theatre will celebrate the 10th anniversary production of “A Christmas Carol – A Ghost Story of Christmas,” a new take on the beloved Charles Dickens classic adapted by Michael Wilson. Performances will be held Dec. 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 7:30 p.m. and Dec. 4 and 11 […]

UWF Rite of Passage lecture series presents Drs. Daniel Pace and Susan Walch

The University of West Florida will honor Dr. R. Daniel Pace and Dr. Susan Walch on Friday, Dec. 2, as part of the UWF Rite of Passage lecture series. The event will be held in the Argonaut Athletic Club on the UWF Pensacola Campus at 2 p.m. It is free and open to the public, […]

University of West Florida hosting International Education Week this week

The University of West Florida is hosting International Education Week this week to celebrate international education and worldwide exchange. “One of the great things about a university is the intermingling of students and faculty from different countries,” said Dr. Judith Bense, president of UWF. “It is a special and important element in educating students for […]

UWF Cyber Club places first in statewide Cyber Defense Challenge

The University of West Florida Cyber Club recently placed first in the Cyber Defense Challenge at the Florida Center for Cybersecurity’s third annual conference, held in Tampa. This was the first year that the annual competition included a cybersecurity competition, which features several live cyber challenges for various teams. The UWF team competed in the […]