The University of West Florida announced today that it has been named a Gold-level Military Friendly School Award recipient in the large public school category for 2017. “I am personally very appreciative of this recognition by Victory Media,” said Marc Churchwell, director of the Military and Veterans Resource Center at UWF. “We have set a […]
The University of West Florida hosted its Fall 2016 Commencement today at the Pensacola Bay Center. Addressing the graduates, UWF President Judy Bense noted the significance of Commencement ceremonies in marking a momentous milestone from college to career. She emphasized the unique importance of this Commencement in her own life, as well. “Today, I’m preparing […]
While the numbers may be up in manufacturing, they may not translate to more employment.
Today, the University of West Florida Board of Trustees named Dr. Judith Bense President Emeritus, effective Jan. 1, 2017. Bense will retire as president on Dec. 31, 2016. President Emeritus is an honorary designation reserved for university presidents who have made exceptional contributions to the institution. The board voted unanimously to adopt a resolution. “Judy […]
Meeting included topics ranging from measuring economic impact and measuring success to conducting survey research and using secondary data resources.
In a new column, Haas Center Assistant Director Amy Newburn discusses the recent AARP Public Policy Institute’s Livability Index, which gauges quality of life in communities around the country. In the report, Pensacola fared relatively well in areas such as environment and social engagement. However, it scored relatively poorly in health. Newburn’s article can be […]
Our local communities are better than average at civic and social engagement but still need some work.
The University of West Florida recently expanded its Textbook Affordability Program after a successful pilot launch. The program, implemented by the Office of the Provost and the John C. Pace Library, aims to reduce student costs by ensuring access to course-required print textbooks. “It is important for institutional units to contribute to student success,” said Robert Dugan, […]
UWF faculty and students made presentations at the annual meeting of the American Society of Criminology held Nov. 16-19 in New Orleans.
The University of West Florida Innovation Institute and FloridaShines have kicked off a 3-D printing contest for Florida students of all ages. The contest opened on Nov. 21 and will last through Dec. 31, and it is an opportunity for the beginner, enthusiast or 3-D hobbyist to share their interest and learn more about 3-D […]
Dr. Zimbardo spoke to UWF students via Skype after a screening of a 2015 film about his landmark study “The Stanford Prison Experiment.”
The jobs report from ADP, the nation’s largest payroll processor, yielded surprisingly good results for the month of November.
