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UWF Department of Nursing hosts grand opening of Nursing Skills and Simulation Learning Center

The University of West Florida Department of Nursing showcased its new, state-of-the-art Nursing Skills and Simulation Learning Center yesterday during a grand opening event. The center includes a Department of Nursing Informatics, or DONi, Computer Lab, as well as a simulation room, debriefing room and open lab spaces designed to provide nursing students with immersive learning experiences. “Information management and application of patient […]

Oct. 16, 2014

UWF Rite of Passage Series to feature Drs. Robin Blyn and Jane Caffrey

The University of West Florida will honor Drs. Robin Blyn and Jane Caffrey at the UWF Rite of Passage Lecture Series event on Friday, Oct. 17 at 2 p.m. in the Argonaut Athletic Club. The UWF Rite of Passage Lecture Series is a distinguished lecture series celebrating UWF faculty who were recently promoted to full professor. […]

Oct. 15, 2014

UWF appoints first associate dean of new College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities

The University of West Florida recently appointed Dr. Jocelyn Evans, professor of political science, as the first associate dean of the newly formed College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities, effective Jan. 2, 2015. She previously served as chair of the UWF Department of Government. This appointment comes as part of an academic reorganization currently […]

Oct. 15, 2014

UWF Historic Trust implements admission changes

The University of West Florida Historic Trust announces changes to its admission, effective immediately. In an effort to streamline operations and better promote all Historic Trust sites in downtown Pensacola, the Historic Pensacola Village ticket will now include admission to the T.T. Wentworth, Jr. Florida State Museum as well as the Hilton-Green Research Room, located […]

Oct. 14, 2014

Pen Air Federal Credit Union and UWF Executive Mentor Program to host inaugural Financial Boot Camp

Pen Air Federal Credit Union and the University of West Florida Executive Mentor Program will host the inaugural “Financial Boot Camp” on Thursday, Oct. 16 from 4 – 5:45 p.m. in the College of Business Education Center, Building 76A, Room 102. The Boot Camp hosts financial professionals as guest lecturers who present topics to prepare students with the essential […]

Oct. 14, 2014

UWF to host grand opening of state-of-the-art nursing lab

WHAT: The University of West Florida will host a grand opening of its Department of Nursing Informatics Lab, funded in part by the generosity of Drs. Robert Hoyt, FACP, and Ann Yoshihashi, FACE. The DONi lab is part of the new Nursing Skills and Simulation Learning Center, which will also be showcased during the event. […]

Oct. 13, 2014

UWF to host leader in the field of student learning for public lecture and retention workshops

The University of West Florida will host Dr. Saundra McGuire, leader in the field of improving student learning, for a public lecture and a variety of retention workshops. McGuire’s public lecture, “Metacognition: The Key to Lifelong Learning,” will be held on Monday, Oct. 13 at 6 p.m. at the UWF Conference Center. The presentation will discuss strategies […]

Oct. 09, 2014

University of West Florida and Florida State University College of Law lower cost of degree with 3+3 program

Today, the University of West Florida and Florida State University College of Law announced a partnership to offer a 3+3 Accelerated Law Program, which will allow aspiring attorneys to reduce the time they spend working toward a law degree. The 3+3 program allows high-performing students to earn their bachelor’s and juris doctor (J.D.) degrees in […]

Oct. 08, 2014

UWF and Florida State University to sign 3+3 agreement to shorten time to law degree

WHAT: The University of West Florida and Florida State University will host a press conference to announce a new partnership for the 3+3 program. The agreement provides an opportunity for high performing students to obtain both a bachelor’s and J.D. (law) degree in six years by allowing their first year of full-time course work in the J.D. program […]

Oct. 06, 2014

UWF to celebrate Homecoming 2014 Oct. 13-18

The University of West Florida will host Homecoming 2014 Monday, Oct. 13 through Saturday, Oct. 18. A variety of events will be featured during Homecoming, from a kickoff pep rally and concert, Cannon Fest and Trivia Game Show to the annual tailgate and men’s and women’s soccer games. Other events include the Honors Program 25th Anniversary celebration, Department of […]

Oct. 06, 2014

UWF Historic Trust hosts grand opening of Voices of Pensacola presented by Gulf Power

Yesterday, UWF Historic Trust hosted the grand opening of “Voices of Pensacola” presented by Gulf Power, a multicultural center highlighting the city’s diverse history. Through a $605,000 gift from Gulf Power Company and Southern Company, the UWF Historic Trust transformed one of its downtown properties, previously known as the Beacon Building, into Voices of Pensacola. […]

Oct. 03, 2014

UWF President announces appointment of Provost Martha Saunders as executive vice president

University of West Florida President Judy Bense announced today the appointment of Provost Martha Saunders as executive vice president. In her new capacity, Saunders will not only continue to serve as the chief academic officer and vice president for the Division of Academic Affairs, but will also be the chief operating officer with oversight over […]

Oct. 01, 2014

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