The University of West Florida (UWF) has appointed Cindy Faria to the role of associate vice president of Human Resources, effective July 16, 2012. In this position, Faria is responsible for directing and administering the university’s Human Resource programs. Faria is certified as a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and holds the distinction of […]
Kelley Finn’s job is one that many people don’t notice when they attend a theatre production–yet she is responsible for setting the atmosphere, time of day and other important elements of the story. Kelly is a lighting designer and works with the director, set designer and other members of the backstage crew to create the […]
On June 30, public history students from the University of West Florida (UWF) embarked on a 27-day journey to retrace the footsteps of legendary explorers Lewis and Clark. Led by Professor Patrick Moore, the 16 students will traverse and explore about 6,620 miles and 19 states. Moore and a group of students have been embarking […]
Are you looking for something fun to do this summer? UWF offers many free recreational activities indoor and outdoor. Canoe/Kayak Rental With your nautilus card, canoes and kayaks may be checked out during normal business hours from the HLS customer service desk for free. Canoes are available for use on campus in the bayou behind […]
SurveyGold, a survey software built for occasional users and owned by University of West Florida alumnus Chuck Boudreau, recently won Top Ten Reviews’ Excellence Award. The software was selected for its ease of use, clean and simple interface and unbiased accuracy. The software is owned by Golden Hills Software, which Boudreau founded in 1997. Boudreau […]
After two years of temporary funding, the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) at the University of West Florida has secured a recurring budget, which will result in better planning for the program and more opportunities for current and future students. In the past, students performing research at UWF did not have many sources of direct […]
It may have been easy to attend a school closer to home, but two students from Tampa, Fla. have found a new home at the University of West Florida in Pensacola. Leah Gibney and Amy Bueno said they chose UWF because of student life, academic excellence and campus environment. Leah Gibney, student and wake boarder […]
Eighteen Scottish criminal justice students and their professor learned a lot about American justice and culture after arriving in Pensacola June 17 for a two-week visit to the University of West Florida (UWF) and the Gulf Coast. Hailing from the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) in Hamilton, Scotland, the group followed a busy […]
This year marked the second consecutive year the University of West Florida (UWF) has been recognized as a Green College by the Princeton Review. The report of institutions in the United States that meet the specifications is published annually in partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council and takes into account food origins, the presence […]
The University of West Florida Division of Continuing and Distance Education, in cooperation with the Society for Human Resource Management, is holding a Professional Certification in Human Resource Management course. This ten-week course is scheduled to be held on Tuesdays, Sept. 18 through Nov. 20, from 6 to 9 p.m. in Building 8, Room 835 […]
Two 19th-century shipwrecks that have escaped the threat of erosion from heavy boat traffic, currents and sea life can be found hidden by the water of the Blackwater River. These wrecks, most likely schooners used to carry lumber, are the focus of two University of West Florida students’ master’s theses and one of the four […]
UWF Dining Services is assisting Manna Food Pantry (MFP) with replenishing their supplies after the recent storms. The MFP suffered significant damage as a result of the recent flooding in downtown Pensacola. The lower floor of the warehouse flooded, including all offices and client service areas. Drop boxes will be placed on the UWF […]
