A UWF Usha Kundu, MD College of Health student is taking a look at how people with autism or ADHD process sensory information compared to neurotypical people, or individuals without ADHD or autism, to get a better understanding of their sensitivities to stimuli. “Some people with ADHD or Autism tend to experience sensory issues where […]
The University of West Florida announces Dr. Denise Soares as the first dean of the newly formed UWF School of Education, effective January 6, 2025. This position will oversee the School of Education, which offers bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs and certificate programs on UWF’s Pensacola campus or online. “Denise is exceptionally well qualified […]
Dr. Rodney Guttmann, a biology professor in UWF’s Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering, has been awarded his second major National Institute of Health R15 grant, marking a significant milestone in his ongoing research on early detection of Alzheimer’s disease. The three-year, $420,000 renewal grant awarded earlier this fall brings the total funding to […]
Students from the Usha Kundu, MD College of Health exercise science degree program have launched a new exercise program at the Health & Hope Clinic as part of a partnership between UWF and the clinic’s administration. The partnership offers a free service to the community and directly impacts the lives of those who participate, while […]
The Gulf Scholars Program of The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine has selected the University of West Florida to join the program’s fourth cohort. UWF will receive $525,000 over the course of five years from the Gulf Research Program to prepare undergraduate students to address pressing environmental, health, energy and infrastructure challenges in […]
The University of West Florida celebrated the grand opening of the Sandy Sansing Sports Medicine Center at the Darrell Gooden Center, a $6 million state-of-the-art facility dedicated to enhancing the quality of care for UWF student-athletes. The Darrell Gooden Center expansion includes areas for student-athletes to warm up and cool down prior to and post […]
The University of West Florida came in at No. 8 on the “Best for Vets” college list released by Military Times. This marks the University’s highest ranking on the list to date. UWF was ranked among 304 schools and came in at No. 1 among all Florida institutions. “UWF takes great pride in supporting veterans […]
University of West Florida Lewis Bear Jr. College of Business students delivered their stock investment recommendations for the University’s student-managed Argo Growth Fund on Nov. 4. During the annual Argo Investments Institute Public Stock Presentation at the UWF Conference Center, after much research and analyzing, students in UWF’s Argo Investments program gave their input on […]
UWF announced a $320,000 gift from Andrews Institute and Baptist Health Care to name the Andrews Institute and Baptist Health Care Master of Science in Athletic Training program, housed in the Usha Kundu, MD College of Health. The gift will also support Intercollegiate Athletics. “This generous gift from Andrews Institute and Baptist Health Care enhances […]
University of West Florida President Martha D. Saunders highlighted record enrollment, thriving academic programs and emphasized that UWF is ‘Here for Good’ during her State of the University address broadcast live on NewsRadio 1620 on Oct. 23. The address originally scheduled on Sept. 26 on UWF’s Pensacola campus was canceled due to Hurricane Helene. “I’ll […]
The University of West Florida’s Japan House recently became an important stop for Miss U.S. International and Pensacola-native Alysa Cook. Cook will be competing in Tokyo, Japan and representing the U.S. for the title Miss International. As part of her preparation, she was eager to immerse herself in Japanese culture and deepen her understanding of […]
The Wright Institute for Global and Population Health, housed in UWF’s Usha Kundu, MD College of Health, will sponsor the National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Journey, a traveling educational exhibit that raises awareness about the All of Us Research Program from Oct. 22-25. The program aims to speed up health research and medical […]
