At approximately 12:42 a.m., Monday, January 14, 2013, many users of newer-model smartphones and other wireless devices experienced receipt of their first Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) regarding an AMBER Alert. This alert was not distributed by the University of West Florida. WEA is an emergency alerting technology that is manufactured directly into your mobile device. […]
Mallory Gohl, facilities operations graduate assistant for Recreation and Sports Services at the University of West Florida, was recently named the student leader of the National Intramural-Recreational Sports Association (NIRSA). She is the second UWF student to receive the national student leader title. “I am extremely honored to be elected as the national student leader […]
Continuing its dedication to the University of West Florida and BEST Robotics, AT&T presented a $50,000 contribution to support the Emerald Coast BEST Robotics hub at the University of West Florida today at the School of Science and Engineering. The program hosts an annual robotics competition for local middle and high school students who are […]
The University of West Florida College of Business’s new Executive Mentor Program has matched its first class of 30 students with area business leaders who will serve as mentors to initiate networking and career opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. The list includes the following prominent business leaders: Pam Bilbrey, president of Bilbrey & Associates […]
The University of West Florida Center on Aging presents “Post Election Analysis of Critical Aging Issues for the State of Florida” by Dr. Larry Polivka on Friday, Jan. 11, 2013 at 6 p.m. at the UWF Conference Center Auditorium. The presentation will explore discussions regarding long-term care, affordable health care and economic security for America’s […]
As a precautionary measure, the University of West Florida would like for all students, faculty and staff to be aware of the potential severe weather projected to occur tomorrow, Dec. 25 in the Northwest Florida area. The severe weather may include strong winds, hail and tornadoes. For students who remain on campus during the winter break, you will be asked […]
University of West Florida Business Enterprises, Inc. (BEI) will release the University Park & Northwest Development Project Request for Qualifications (RFQ) tomorrow, Dec. 20, 2012. University Park is the central area of campus, which will potentially include facilities such as a new student union, additional housing facilities, a football stadium, a parking garage and more. Also included in […]
West Florida Historic Preservation, Inc. (WFHPI), a non-profit, direct support organization of the University of West Florida, met today to elect new board leadership. The Board of Directors unanimously voted to name Jerry L. Maygarden as chair, effective immediately. Maygarden has served on the WFHPI board since 2007. He follows J. Earle Bowden, one of […]
During the Fall Commencement ceremony today, the University of West Florida recognized Dr. Carl Backman, General Charles “Chuck” Horner, Ret., and Collier Merrill for their contributions to the university and the Northwest Florida community. Backman received the Founder’s Medallion, and Horner and Merrill were awarded Presidential Medals of Honor. The Founder’s Medallion honors faculty, staff […]
The University of West Florida held its Fall 2012 Commencement ceremony on Saturday, Dec. 15 at 9:30 a.m. at the Pensacola Bay Center. Senator Don Gaetz delivered the Commencement Address. A total of 998 bachelor’s, master’s, specialist and doctorate students received degrees. Each spring and fall, Commencement highlights UWF graduates whose success can be attributed […]
Three University of West Florida computer science students recently took first place in their division at the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Southeast USA Regional Intercollegiate Programming Contest at the UWF School of Science and Engineering. The “UWF Angry Pointers,” comprised of Breanna Garrett, Chris Terry and Joel Willoughby, placed first out of 59 teams […]
On Thursday, Dec. 6, the University of West Florida (UWF) Business Enterprises, Inc. (BEI) Board of Directors, in consultation with UWF President Judy Bense, named Dr. James (Jim) Barnett, interim CEO for UWF BEI, effective immediately. The board also voted to begin a search after the first of the year for a permanent executive officer. Barnett […]
