University of West Florida assistant biology professor Dr. Waldir Miron Berbel-Filho, in collaboration with three Brazilian institutions, has discovered a new species of killifish in South America. Named Laimosemion laranja, the species was identified through morphological and genetic analysis. Berbel-Filho, along with researchers from Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte, Instituto Peixe das Nuvens […]
The University of West Florida’s Academy of American Civic Republicanism will host “Freedom Trucks: An Interactive Journey Through America’s Founding” as part of America250. This mobile museum is an interactive experience for all ages that explores the nation’s founding and the American Revolution. From Oct. 20-22, the museum will be located at the Pensacola campus […]
The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music proudly announces its Symphonic and Concert Bands’ first concert of the 2026-27 season, titled “Forms.” Under the direction of Dr. Sean Kelley, the concert will be held on Sunday, Oct. 11, at 2 p.m. at Gulf Breeze United Methodist Church, 75 Fairpoint Drive, Gulf […]
Northwest Florida has long been defined by its connection to the water. Home to Naval Air Station Pensacola, the Port of Pensacola and a growing network of marine manufacturers, defense contractors and emerging technology companies, the region is becoming an increasingly important center for maritime innovation. As Northwest Florida’s maritime industry continues to grow, the […]
The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present acclaimed flutist Cheryl M. Star as the featured artist for the opening concert of this year’s Music Hall Artist Series. The performance will take place on Monday, Oct. 12, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rolfs Music Hall at the Center for Fine […]
Update – Oct. 20, 2026 The East entrance to the UWF Pensacola campus has reopened. Drivers should continue to use caution when traveling on campus, as debris removal and storm recovery efforts are ongoing. Please remain alert for work crews, debris and other potential hazards, and allow extra time when traveling through affected areas. Pedestrians […]
Amanda Dexter, director of respiratory therapy and assistant professor of clinical practice at UWF, has been named a 2026 Distinguished CHEST Educator. This honor recognizes national excellence, leadership and sustained contributions to clinical education, placing Dexter among the top 3% of CHEST faculty worldwide. “We are incredibly proud to have someone of Amanda Dexter’s caliber […]
University of West Florida Assistant Professor of electrical and computer engineering Dr. Minh Quang Ta has been awarded a $196,215 grant from the National Science Foundation to develop robotic technologies for manipulating biological cells and other microscopic objects with greater precision and dexterity. “The grant will strengthen robotics research at UWF and will enhance collaboration […]
The University of West Florida’s Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering Associate Dean and Associate Professor, Dr. Peter Cavnar, has received a Support for Undergraduate Research Excellence, or SuRE, grant from the National Institute of General Medical Sciences. Over a four-year period, the $543,756 award will support research investigating how dopamine and dopamine receptors […]
The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the UWF Chamber Music Series at noon on Wednesday, Oct. 7, at Old Christ Church in downtown Pensacola. The performance marks the 21st season opener for the UWF Chamber Music Series at Old Christ Church. Under the direction of Dr. Hedi Salanki, […]
The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the UWF Runge Strings in concert at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 6, in the Rolfs Music Hall at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts, Building 82 on the UWF Pensacola campus. The program includes Vivaldi’s “Spring” from “The Four Seasons,” featuring […]
Dr. Joseph T. Spaniola, professor and director of music theory and jazz studies at the University of West Florida, composed a musical composition that is set to be released to international audiences Oct. 16, 2026. Entitled, “ARTEMIS,” for french horn and piano, it was recorded by Czech musician Radek Baborák at Studio Martinek in Prague, […]
