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.

To Improve the Economy, Close the Digital Divide

The digital divide arguably impacts many fundamental aspects of life in a modern society, including economic equality, social mobility and economic growth.

Communal Spirit Contributes to Pensacon’s Popularity, Success

Study shows that the lure of the three-day pop culture convention lies as much with its sense of community as it does with its commodity.

Study: Betting On Preseason Games? Back the Underdogs

Research conducted by a pair of UWF business professors found that bettors seeking consistent returns during the upcoming NBA preseason might want to fight the urge to back the favorite.

Economic Report: Fed Delay Interest Rate Hike Again

Despite expectations that they would raise interest rates, the Federal Reserve held rates once again this week.

Addressing Infant Mortality Starts with Reducing Preterm Births

Compared to other developed nations, the United States ranked 27th in infant mortality in 2013 and 12th in 1960.

Peer Critiques Create Healthy Stress in Nursing Students

The simulation assignments helped nursing students improve their cardiopulmonary arrest scenario skills.