Today, the University of West Florida launched a comprehensive national search for the University’s seventh president and announced the selection of individuals who will serve on the 15-member committee to guide the process. The committee will be responsible for collecting input from stakeholders, developing the presidential profile and position criteria, and recruiting and assessing candidates. […]
Dr. Sikha Bagui and Dr. Matthew Crow have both earned global recognition with a ranking by ScholarGPS. The academic ranking platform named both Bagui and Crow Top Scholars, placing them in the top 0.5% worldwide in their respective fields. Scholars are recognized for their exceptional scholarly performance and significant influence in their respective fields, as […]
The University of West Florida received a $300,000 grant from the National Science Foundation for a project entitled “Preparing In-Service Teachers in AP Computer Science Principles,” under the direction of Dr. Sikha Bagui, Distinguished University Professor and Askew Fellow in the Department of Computer Science. “The grant will help alleviate the critical shortage of computer […]
The University of West Florida has launched a newly formed Office of Military Services, bringing together the University’s Army and Air Force ROTC programs and the Military and Veterans Resource Center under the Aylstock, Witkin, Kreis and Overholtz Center for Leadership. OMS aims to streamline support for military-affiliated students, fostering a cohesive environment that enhances […]
The University of West Florida Haas Center has provided critical research driving a new regional campaign, “Military Talent: Mission-Ready Veterans, Business-Ready Results,” launched by Florida’s Great Northwest. The initiative highlights the extraordinary value of Northwest Florida’s military community — particularly transitioning service members and veterans — who offer mission-ready skills and business-ready results to employers. […]
Yesterday, the University of West Florida celebrated the grand opening of Building 80, a newly remodeled space that will house the institution’s new civil engineering program and Tyler Chase Norwood Construction Management Program on UWF’s Pensacola campus. The upgraded building features three new wet and dry labs where construction management and civil engineering students can […]
The University of West Florida’s Educational Research Center for Child Development, in partnership with the Early Learning Coalition of Escambia County, will host an early learning conference called “Empower Early Educators Conference: Passion, Purpose, and Practice.” Designed to address the ongoing childcare crisis and support the professional development of early childhood educators, the conference will […]
The University of West Florida has named Dr. Clifford Humphrey as Vice President, Strategic Initiatives / Chief of Staff, effective August 4. The position was created to work closely with Interim President Manny Diaz Jr., reporting directly to him as a member of the President’s Cabinet. “I’m excited to welcome Dr. Humphrey as our new […]
The University of West Florida has appointed Dr. Mary Anderson as the Interim Vice President for the Division of Academic Engagement and Student Affairs, effective immediately. In this role, Anderson will provide leadership for departments and initiatives focused on student success, well-being and engagement through a comprehensive co-curricular experience. “Dr. Anderson brings a deep understanding […]
A $50,000 gift from NextEra Energy Foundation, a corporate foundation of NextEra Energy Inc. and Florida Power & Light Company, gave local middle and high school students the opportunity to ignite a passion for engineering, math, science and technology at the inaugural Florida Power & Light Robotics Summer Camp. The inaugural camp was hosted by […]
The University of West Florida College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities announces “After Hours with the Artist: Sunken Series,” a compelling cross-disciplinary collaboration between the Florida Public Archaeology Network and The Art Gallery at UWF that blends art, archaeology and public engagement in a novel way. This after-hours event highlights the work of artist […]
Distinguished University of West Florida biology professor Dr. Wade Jeffrey has earned global recognition with a ranking by ScholarGPS. The academic ranking platform named Jeffrey a Highly Ranked Scholar, placing him in the top .05% worldwide in the field of life sciences. Scholars are recognized for their significant contributions to research, as measured by publication […]
