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UWF named No. 1 education employer by Military Times, ranks No. 15 nationally on “Best for Vets” list

The University of West Florida has been ranked No. 15 on the national Best for Vets: Colleges list and No. 1 on the Best for Vets: Education Employers list released by Military Times. UWF also ranked No. 3 among all Florida institutions and No. 1 in the State University System of Florida. “These rankings display […]

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UWF B.S. in Cybersecurity AI specialization approved as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Artificial Intelligence Program of Study

The University of West Florida’s new AI specialization in the B.S. in Cybersecurity program has been validated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Artificial Intelligence Program of Study from the National Security Agency through 2030. UWF was the second university across the country to receive this approval and one of only 6 […]

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UWF Dr. Grier Williams School of Music presents the Opera Scenes Workshop

The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the Opera Scenes Workshop. The performance will be held on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rolfs Music Hall at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the UWF Pensacola campus. Led by voice faculty member Brittany Shaffer, this […]

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UWF Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business inducts 2025 Hall of Fame class

The University of West Florida Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business inducted its 2025 Hall of Fame class on Nov. 17 at the UWF Conference Center. “The Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business Hall of Fame is a tribute to the extraordinary individuals whose vision, leadership, dedication and achievements have made a lasting impact on […]

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UWF Dr. Grier Williams School of Music presents the UWF Strings and Vocal Recital in concert

The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the UWF Strings and Vocal Recital in concert. The performance will be held on Friday, Nov. 21, at 7:30 p.m. at Old Christ Church in historic downtown Pensacola. In their first semiannual end-of-semester recital, UWF Strings and Vocal studio students will perform […]

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UWF Dr. Grier Williams School of Music presents the UWF Singers in concert

The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the UWF Singers in their “Take a Breath” concert. The performance will be held on Thursday, Nov. 20, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rolfs Music Hall at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the UWF Pensacola campus. Exploring facets of […]

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UWF Dr. Grier Williams School of Music presents the UWF Runge Strings in concert

The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the UWF Runge Strings in concert. The performance will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rolfs Music Hall at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the UWF Pensacola campus. In their first concert of the […]

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Florida Board of Governors appoints two new UWF trustees

The Florida Board of Governors has appointed Janice Gilley and Kishane J. Patel to the University of West Florida Board of Trustees. Their five-year terms will begin on Jan. 7, 2026, and are subject to confirmation by the Florida Senate. “The University of West Florida continues to benefit from strong, experienced leadership, and I’m confident […]

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UWF School of Education receives $579K NSF grant, leads national STEM teacher preparation project

The University of West Florida School of Education has received a $578,792 grant from the National Science Foundation to lead a collaborative project aimed at improving undergraduate teacher education in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math. This is part of a larger $1,498,899 grant awarded across five universities. “We are thrilled to have […]

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UWF’s Instructional and Performance Technology Doctoral Residency unites students, alumni and partners for a transformative weekend of applied learning

The University of West Florida’s School of Education recently hosted its annual Instructional and Performance Technology Doctoral Residency, bringing together students, alumni, faculty and staff for a weekend of collaboration, applied learning and professional development. Held on UWF’s Pensacola campus, this signature event is the only doctoral residency hosted at UWF and serves as a […]

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UWF Theatre presents “Jesus Christ Superstar”

The University of West Florida Department of Theatre presents “Jesus Christ Superstar.” Performances will be held Nov. 14-16 and Nov. 21-23 with shows at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. All performances will take place in the Mainstage Theatre of the Center for Fine and Performing Arts, Building 82, on […]

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Dan Lucas appointed Vice President of Finance and Administration at UWF

The University of West Florida has selected Daniel Lucas to be the next vice president of Finance and Administration following the retirement of Betsy Bowers, effective Nov. 1, contingent on UWF Board of Trustees approval. He will maintain his role as chief financial officer of the UWF Foundation. “Dan has demonstrated exceptional leadership and financial […]