The University of West Florida hosted its Fall 2017 Commencement at the Pensacola Bay Center. Addressing 1,636 graduates, UWF President Martha Saunders noted the significance of the students’ achievements for their individual career pursuits, as well as what these accomplishments mean to the University in its 50th year. “Saturday’s ceremonies capped a historic year for […]
The University of West Florida Historic Trust announces the Smithsonian traveling exhibition, “Patios, Pools, & the Invention of the American Backyard,” will be on view at its T. T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum from Dec. 16, 2017 to Jan. 25, 2018. The exhibition will explore the evolution from the front porch to the outdoor […]
The Florida Small Business Development Center Network awarded student project of the year to a team of six students from UWF’s College of Business. The students, taught by Dr. Sherry Hartnett, professor of social media and digital marketing, were recognized for their successful social media marketing strategy, plan and campaign for the Tin Cow, a […]
Oxford University Press recently published “Real-Life Scenarios: A Case Study Perspective on Health Communication.” Dr. Athena du Pré, program director for the UWF Strategic Communication and Leadership master’s degree program, co-edited the book with Dr. Eileen Berlin Ray, communication professor emerita at Cleveland State University. The press is known as a prestigious publisher in academia. […]
The University of West Florida has launched the first college virtual assistant in the state of Florida to provide resources to admitted students. The virtual assistant, Argie, named after UWF’s mascot, engages admitted students in two-way conversation through text messaging to support them on the path to enrollment success. Developed by Boston-based edtech company AdmitHub, […]
The University of West Florida Peer Educators presented at a national conference for the fourth consecutive year, and received two awards. “The peer educators consistently earn honors at this National Conference year after year,” said Dr. Rebecca Kennedy, assistant vice president and director of counseling and psychological services. “Dr. Cambron guides them all year, and […]
The University of West Florida hosted the 10th annual Emerald Coast BEST Robotics competition on Saturday, Oct. 28. The project-based STEM program inspires middle and high school students to pursue careers in engineering, science and technology through participation in a sport-like competition to design, program and build a robot. This year, 585 students from 22 […]
The University of West Florida Pensacola Museum of Art announces the digital exhibition “DocuFlorida.” The exhibition will be on view through Feb. 4, 2018 in the Stairwell Gallery located on the second floor of the museum. “DocuFlorida” features photographic and image-based work and is focused on the current environment and landscapes of Florida, the Gulf […]
The Military and Veterans Resource Center will host its annual Veterans Day Observance from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 9 at the UWF Conference Center. This year’s event, which honors those that have served our country, will feature guest speaker Vice Admiral Richard Buchanan, U.S. Navy, retired. Buchanan served over 30 years […]
The University of West Florida Alumni Association recently held its awards and recognition program to honor Spirit of UWF and Alumni Awards recipients. UWF President Martha Saunders, Howard Reddy, interim vice president for university advancement, Missy Grace, alumni relations director, and Lauren Loeffler, executive director for career development and community engagement, recognized the outstanding achievements […]
The University of West Florida is partnering with JCPenney to participate in the JCPenney Suit Up program, a national initiative that allows students to purchase discounted professional wear. UWF President Martha Saunders has pledged $10,000 of personal funds to support the initiative. “This initiative matters to our students,” Saunders said. “It creates awareness of the […]
University of West Florida President Martha Saunders presented her first State of the University address today, looking back on the University’s recent accomplishments and providing an overview of her vision for the future. The event began with speakers representing the University’s faculty, staff and students. Dr. David Ramsey, faculty senate president, Keaton West, staff senate […]
