WHAT: University of West Florida President Martha D. Saunders will present the annual State of the University address, detailing the University’s accomplishments in 2020-21 and its goals for 2021-22. Student Body President Ruben Gardner, Faculty Senate President Sherry Schneider and Staff Senate President Alycia Grieco will provide updates during the address. Face coverings are expected […]
The University of West Florida was named a 2021 “Great College to Work For,” marking the institution’s ninth appearance on the list. Conducted annually, the Great Colleges to Work For survey collects data and highlights colleges that receive top ratings from their employees on workforce practices and policies. This year, 196 institutions participated in the […]
The University of West Florida was ranked in the top 20 public institutions in the region by U.S. News & World Report, which released its 2022 Best Colleges rankings on Sept. 13. “These rankings reflect the world class faculty, supportive staff and robust programming we have here,” said UWF President Martha D. Saunders. “At UWF, […]
A historic gift to the University of West Florida from the late Dr. Herman and Valerie Rolfs through their estate will provide significant scholarships and resources for music students annually. The total value of the donation, which created the Dr. Grier Williams School of Music, and includes an Imperial Bösendorfer piano, is valued over $8.5 […]
Updated February 9, 2022 The University of West Florida and Miami Dade College have completed an articulation agreement that aims to expand cybersecurity workforce development in Florida.A memorandum of understanding was signed on Tuesday, August 31, 2021, at MDC Wolfson Campus in downtown Miami. Under the agreement between UWF and MDC, MDC students graduating with […]
The University of West Florida Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program recently achieved accreditation from the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET, the global accreditor of college and university programs in applied and natural science, computing, engineering and engineering technology. The accreditation is retroactive from Oct. 1, 2019 through September 2025, aligning it with the University’s […]
The University of West Florida’s Chemistry Scholars Program was awarded the 2021 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine. The recognition honors institutions that encourage and assist students from underrepresented groups to enter the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, known as STEM. “We are honored that our Chemistry Scholars Program […]
WHAT: Media are invited to join UWF President Martha D. Saunders and University officials as they welcome students to the University of West Florida during move-in week. University administrators, including Saunders, will visit the residence halls at noon, while students move into the residence halls. Face coverings are expected to be worn. WHEN: Friday, Aug. […]
The Florida Small Business Development Center Network is celebrating 45 years of service helping small businesses grow and succeed. The network is sharing “45 Stories for 45 Years” using the hashtag #FloridaSBDC45 to share stories of small businesses, partners, and the greater community. “Our 45-year story is a testament to the hard work and commitment […]
An exhibit honoring victims lost and others impacted by the tragedy on Sept. 11, 2001 is now on display on the second floor of the Pensacola Museum of History. The University of West Florida Historic Trust curated the exhibit, 9/11 Remembered, which runs through January 2022, with items on loan from the 9/11 Memorial & […]
The Florida Board of Governors recently announced the appointment of William “Paul” Bowers to the University of West Florida Board of Trustees. His term began June 23, 2021 and will conclude January 6, 2026. “Paul Bowers’ experience and wealth of knowledge make him an excellent asset to the UWF Board of Trustees,” said UWF President […]
The University of West Florida is No. 1 in the Florida State University System for Metric 1 of the Florida Board of Governors’ 2020-21 performance-based funding model. More than 79% of UWF bachelor’s graduates are employed or furthering their education one year after graduation. “Success in this metric is a testament to our hard-working students, […]
