Distinguished UWF Professor Part of Election Forecasting Project

Dr. Alfred G. Cuzán, a distinguished professor at UWF’s Department of Government, co-founded project that predicts the outcomes of presidential elections.

Faculty Members Share Stories from Path to Full Professorship

Educators were given the opportunity to share lessons learned on the way toward being promoted to the highest level in teaching, a full professorship.

Trails, Greenways Offer Economic, Health Benefits to Communities

A study by the Outdoor Industry Association found the U.S. outdoor recreation sector as a whole generates $643 billion in direct spending.

Philosopher: Audience Skepticism Key to Theatrical Magic’s Appeal

Dr. Jason Leddington, a prize-winning essayist and associate professor of philosophy at Bucknell University, explored the nature of the art form.

Steering UWF’s New Mechanical Engineering Program

At least 150 students have already declared mechanical engineering as their major.

Childhood Poverty Can Have Lifelong Effects

One in five children, both nationally and in the region, live below the poverty line, which for a household of four is about $24,000.

Northwest Florida Could Emerge As Leader for Cybersecurity Jobs

The University of West Florida could play a major role in developing that pipeline of cybersecurity talent.

Harper: Economy Improving, But Some Challenges Remain

The labor market is strengthening and the housing market is healthy, but challenges still lie ahead for the national and regional economies.

Fighting Fat Is a Tactical Necessity for Military

UWF researchers are collaborating with the UWF Air Force ROTC and Army ROTC to combat sedentarism and promote physical fitness.

Research Projects Highlighted During UWF Family Weekend Symposium

Through poster presentations and slide shows, undergraduates explained results of semester-long research projects to family and friends.

Economic Report: Why the Fed Has Kept Interest Rates Low for So Long

Dr. Rick Harper discusses why the Federal Reserve has been reluctant to raise interest rates in recent years.

Executive Mentoring Successfully Increases Workforce Readiness

The program, which began five years ago, pairs business executives with juniors, seniors and graduate students for one academic year.