News Archives - Page 66 of 75 - University of West Florida Newsroom

UWF students propose solutions to secure, safeguard voter information

UWF students are taking steps to create awareness and solutions for registered voter impersonation and misrepresentation, and their proposed solutions are receiving statewide recognition. Through a sponsorship from the UWF College of Business’s Center for Entrepreneurship, junior mechanical engineering major, Samantha Brown, and senior computer science major, Christian Um Kaman recently participated in the 2019 […]

Mar. 01, 2019

University of West Florida and Pensacola State College to host signing ceremony celebrating expanded partnership

WHAT: UWF President Martha Saunders and PSC President Ed Meadows will sign and announce details of an expanded PSC2UWF partnership agreement, which provides students a seamless, simple transfer from PSC to UWF to attain a bachelor’s degree. The redesigned agreement also includes a reverse transfer option for PSC and will provide additional benefits for students […]

Feb. 27, 2019

Dr. James Arruda, Dr. Crystal Bennett and Dr. Youngil Lee in the Cardiovascular Physiology Lab in Building 72. Three faculty in the Usha Kundu, MD College of Health at UWF engaged in research aimed at identifying, ameliorating or combating the causative mechanisms or symptoms of Alzheimer's disease.

Leading the charge in the study of Alzheimer’s disease – UWF faculty delve into dynamic treatment options

Cutting-edge research on Alzheimer’s disease is uncovering new information on the early detection and treatment of patients with the disorder, and it’s taking place at the University of West Florida. Three UWF Usha Kundu, MD College of Health faculty members are at the forefront of finding new methods to combat Alzheimer’s disease through their careful […]

Feb. 25, 2019

Alison Westmoreland, Director, Pensacola Chamber of Commerce and Visitor Information, speaks during the Women in Leadership Conference in the UWF Conference Center. The conference offered opportunities to hear from and connect with prominent women leaders who have achieved both personal and professional success.

Sold-out Women in Leadership Conference to draw hundreds of attendees

WHAT: The University of West Florida College of Business Executive Mentor Program will host its annual Women in Leadership Conference during Women’s History Month in March. The popular conference, which sold out in record time this year, will draw hundreds of attendees to UWF’s Pensacola campus. The conference is the only one of its kind in the area and […]

Feb. 21, 2019

UWF Department of Music presents Dr. Ivo Kaltchev, piano

The University of West Florida Department of Music will present pianist Dr. Ivo Kaltchev as part of the Music Hall Artist Series. The event will be held on Monday, Mar. 4 at 7:30 p.m. in the Music Hall at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts, Building 82, on the Pensacola campus. A prizewinner of international piano competitions […]

Feb. 18, 2019

Cybersecurity ambassadors Megan Morton and Caroline Krouse answer cybersecurity questions from a Beulah Middle School student.

AT&T awards UWF gift to grow, expand outreach of Cybersecurity Ambassadors Program

The University of West Florida announces a gift from AT&T to enhance its Center for Cybersecurity Ambassadors Program. AT&T presented the gift at a check ceremony on Friday, Feb. 15, at the Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering Building. The Center for Cybersecurity Ambassadors Program debuted in January 2018. In their role as ambassadors, […]

Feb. 15, 2019

UWF to provide expanded economic analysis to Santa Rosa County

The University of West Florida’s Office of Economic Development and Engagement has entered into an agreement to provide expanded economic data analysis for Santa Rosa County. As part of the agreement, a researcher with the Haas Center, a research and consulting arm of UWF, will work on a weekly basis in the Santa Rosa County […]

Feb. 14, 2019

View from the T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum of Museum Plaza located behind the T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum.

UWF Historic Trust celebrates grand opening of Museum Plaza, a new community space in downtown Pensacola

Today, the University of West Florida Historic Trust celebrated the grand opening of Museum Plaza, a new multi-use and educational community space in downtown Pensacola that helps tell the story of Pensacola’s rich history. “Without the invaluable support of donors and community partners, this all would not have been possible,” said Howard Reddy, vice president […]

Feb. 08, 2019

The Art Gallery (TAG) at UWF presents “Aubrey Beardsley: Art of the Line Block Print”

The Art Gallery at the University of West Florida presents “Aubrey Beardsley: Art of the Line Block Print” from Feb. 7 through Mar. 9. An opening reception will take place on Thursday, Feb. 7 from 5 to 7 p.m. TAG is located in the Center for Fine and Performing Arts, Building 82, on the Pensacola […]

Feb. 07, 2019

UWF Department of Theatre presents Disney’s “The Little Mermaid”

The University of West Florida Department of Theatre presents Disney’s “The Little Mermaid,” a musical with music by Alan Menken; lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater; and book by Doug Wright. Performances will be held Feb. 15, 16, 21, 22 and 23 at 7:30 p.m. and Feb. 17, 23 and 24 at 2:30 p.m. All performances […]

Feb. 05, 2019

UWF names John ‘Vito’ Hite as associate vice president, chief audit executive

University of West Florida President Martha D. Saunders has appointed John ‘Vito’ Hite as associate vice president, chief audit executive, effective today, Feb. 4, 2019. “John’s extensive background in higher education audit will be an asset to UWF,” Saunders said. “His experiences align well with our needs, and we’re looking forward to his leadership.” In […]

Feb. 04, 2019

UWF to host Museum Plaza grand opening event

WHAT: The University of West Florida will host a grand opening event for Museum Plaza, a UWF Historic Trust preservation and education project that tells the story of Pensacola’s rich history. Museum Plaza will become a staple of downtown Pensacola and a frequented attraction for the community. The event will highlight elements of the community […]

Jan. 30, 2019

News