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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.

Oct. 12, 2016

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.

Oct. 11, 2016

Steering UWF’s New Mechanical Engineering Program

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

Oct. 10, 2016

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.

Oct. 10, 2016

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.

Oct. 07, 2016

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.

Oct. 06, 2016

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.

Oct. 05, 2016

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.

Oct. 04, 2016

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.

Sep. 30, 2016

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.

Sep. 29, 2016

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.

Sep. 28, 2016

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.

Sep. 28, 2016

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