Study Examines Public Perception of Police Body-Worn Cameras

The current study has been accepted for publication in the journal “Criminal Justice and Behavior” later this year.

Study: Public sees benefit in police use of body-worn cameras

University of West Florida professor Dr. Matthew Crow and assistant professor Dr. Jamie Snyder, along with Florida Atlantic University professors Drs. Vaughn Crichlow and John Smykla, completed the second part of their research on police body-worn cameras, or BWCs. During that phase of the research, Crow gauged how the public perceives police BWC use. “We […]

STEAM2017 Exhibit Focuses on Connection Between Art and Science

The exhibit includes a five-week presentation of lectures, workshops and talks with artists and scientists.

UWF Department of Music presents Jazz Ensemble and Combo recitals

The University of West Florida Department of Music will present an evening of jazz on Tuesday, Feb. 7 and Monday, Feb. 13. The performances in the series are free and open to the public. For more information, please contact the Center for Fine and Performing Arts Box Office at 850.857.6285. Tuesday, Feb. 7: 7 p.m. […]

UWF professor recognized for sustainable business achievements

University of West Florida faculty member Dr. Haris Alibašić has been recognized by the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum for his previous work directing energy, sustainability and legislative affairs policies and programs for the City of Grand Rapids, Michigan. Alibašić, assistant professor in the UWF Department of Legal Studies, Public Administration and Sport Management, joined […]

Author: Advocacy Can Be Powerful Tool in Changing Business Environment

Moore spoke Jan. 31 at UWF College of Business as part of the Wells Fargo/UWF Executive Mentor Program Lecture Series.

UWF students assist with tax preparation for families in Pensacola

University of West Florida College of Business students are providing tax preparation services free of charge to low- to moderate-income individuals and families at two Pensacola locations through SaveFirst, an initiative of Impact America. This marks the second year that Impact America will offer its services in the state of Florida, and the first year […]

UWF Researchers Studying Effects of Artificial Reefs

The team is conducting a study about the effectiveness of reefs in creating a productive ecosystem.

UWF announces major gift to enhance, name College of Health

University of West Florida President Martha Saunders announced today a gift in excess of $5 million from Dr. Usha and Mahadeb Kundu to name the UWF College of Health. The college is slated to be named the Usha Kundu, MD College of Health in Dr. Kundu’s honor. This is the second college to be named after a […]

UWF researchers studying effects of artificial reefs

Written by Richard Conn, UWF Center for Research and Economic Opportunity. Photo by Michael Spooneybarger. Among the projects funded by BP because of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill is the deployment of artificial reefs along Florida’s Panhandle as part of an effort to restore crucial habitats for fish and other marine animals. University of West […]

UWF to announce major gift on Feb. 1

WHAT: University of West Florida President Martha Saunders will host a press conference to announce a major gift to the University. WHEN: Feb. 1, 2017 TIME: 11:30 a.m. WHERE: University of West Florida Pensacola Campus UWF Nursing Skills and Simulation Learning Center (Building 37) 11000 University Parkway Pensacola, FL 32514

UWF Historic Trust breaks ground on Museum Plaza

The University of West Florida Historic Trust hosted a groundbreaking ceremony today for Museum Plaza, a historic preservation and education project that will help tell the story of Pensacola’s rich history. “The UWF Historic Trust is committed to providing both visitors and neighbors of this city an authentic interpretation of history that is unique to […]