UWF welcomes Little Free Library book-sharing boxes to campus

The University of West Florida 2022-23 LEAD: The Staff Version announced the launch of four Little Free Library locations on the Pensacola campus. Little Free Libraries are weather-protected, book-sharing boxes. LEAD, which stands for leadership, enhancement, activities and development, consists of two year-long programs (one for staff and one for faculty) to help enhance their […]

UWF Dance Marathon raises more than $30,000 for Children’s Miracle Network

The 11th annual University of West Florida Dance Marathon raised $30,109.48 on March 25 in support of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. During UWF Dance Marathon, participants stand on their feet and dance for six hours in support of children who cannot. The event was held in the UWF Conference Center on the Pensacola campus. All […]

UWF sophomore reappears on ‘Jeopardy!’ for second time

When Maggie Brown appeared on the trivia competition game show “Jeopardy!” as a Tate High School student in 2018, it was a thrill she thought she’d only experience once. But for the UWF sophomore, the once in a lifetime opportunity recently turned out to be a twice in a lifetime opportunity. “About a year and […]

UWF recognized as a Gold-level Military Friendly® school

The University of West Florida has been recognized as a gold-level University in the large public school category in the annual Military Friendly® Schools list for 2023-2024. UWF earned the gold distinction for success in helping veterans make the transition from the military to school and, ultimately, rewarding civilian careers. This marks the fifth year […]

UWF announces 2023 Women in Leadership conference date and keynote speakers

The University of West Florida College of Business Executive Mentor Program will host the ninth annual Women in Leadership Conference on March 30, 2023, at the UWF Conference Center on the University’s Pensacola campus. The conference will also be offered virtually. The conference will provide opportunities to hear from and connect with prominent women leaders […]

UWF online programs rank among best in U.S. News and World Report

“These rankings reflect the world class faculty, supportive staff and robust programming that are the heart of UWF,” said UWF President Martha D. Saunders. “We are committed to providing an exceptional, learner-focused education for our online students on-campus, across the country and around the world.” UWF received recognition in the following categories for Best Online […]

UWF announces Fall 2022 President’s, Dean’s Lists

A total of 3,123 undergraduate students enrolled during the Fall 2022 semester at the University of West Florida were named to the President’s or Dean’s Lists. The Fall 2022 President’s List features 1,392 students enrolled in at least six credit hours who earned a semester GPA of 3.90 or higher. The Fall 2022 Dean’s List […]

UWF celebrates Arbor Day with tree rededication ceremony in memory of Margaret Crosby

The University of West Florida held a tree rededication ceremony in memory of Margaret Crosby on Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, in celebration of Arbor Day. In 1968, Crosby, wife of UWF’s first president Dr. Harold Crosby, was a founding member and first president of the UWF Faculty Wives Club, later named the UWF Women’s Club, […]

University of West Florida and Pensacola State College create new partnership, enhance PSC2UWF MBA Articulation

University of West Florida President Martha D. Saunders and Pensacola State College President Ed Meadows announced a new partnership to enhance the PSC2UWF MBA articulation agreement on Nov. 3 at PSC. The agreement provides access to UWF’s John C. Pace Library resources for students enrolled in PSC’s newly created business climate analysis course, which will […]

UWF welcomes National Merit Finalist and top scholarship recipients to campus

The University of West Florida welcomed its 11th National Merit Finalist in six years this fall. Amanda Serger was among approximately 15,000 students across the country who met the requirements for Finalist standing, out of an estimated 1.5 million high school juniors who participated in the 2022 National Merit Scholarship competition. National Merit Finalists earn […]

Florida Supreme Court Justice John D. Couriel speaking to current UWF Legal Studies students

Florida Supreme Court Justice visits UWF

Florida Supreme Court Justice John D. Couriel addressed students in the University of West Florida’s legal studies program on October 11 in the University Commons Conference Center. Couriel addressed UWF leadership, regional legal community partners and legal studies students about the legitimacy of court systems and the public’s perception of their fairness. Couriel pointed to […]

UWF President reflects on accomplishments, looks to the future during State of the University Address

University of West Florida President Martha D. Saunders reflected on the Institution’s accomplishments from the past year and outlined plans for the future during her 2022 State of the University Address on Oct. 12, 2022. Saunders addressed students, faculty and staff in the UWF Center for Fine and Performing Arts Mainstage Theatre. “The good ship […]