Strings Director to Head Back to Carnegie Hall
Dr. Leonid Yanovskiy will join other distinguished musicians in the concert “Romantic Impressions,” presented by the InterHarmony International Music Festival.
Nov. 04, 2016
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UWF music professor to perform at Carnegie Hall
Dr. Leonid Yanovskiy, professor and director of strings and orchestra in the Department of Music at the University of West Florida, will perform at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall on Nov. 5, 2016. Yanovskiy will be the featured violinist in the “Romantic Impressions” recital, which opens the InterHarmony International Music Festival’s 2016 concert series. […]
Nov. 04, 2016
Board of Governors confirms Saunders as next UWF President
The Board of Governors confirmed Dr. Martha Saunders as the sixth president of the University of West Florida, effective Jan. 1, 2017, during its quarterly meeting held today at Florida Atlantic University in Boca Raton. Saunders will replace Dr. Judy Bense, who will retire as UWF President on Dec. 31. In September, the UWF Board […]
Nov. 03, 2016
Students Present ‘Life in Ancient Rome’ Research Projects
Students dressed in authentic Roman garb delivered research presentations as part of the “Daily Life in Ancient Rome” symposium Oct. 27 in the John C. Pace Library.
Nov. 03, 2016
UWF welcomes new associate vice president for University Advancement
The University of West Florida announces Dr. Meredith Brunen as the new associate vice president of University Advancement. “We are thrilled to have Dr. Brunen join the Division of University Advancement,” said Dr. Brendan Kelly, vice president for University Advancement. “I have no doubt that she will be an invaluable leader during this exciting time […]
Nov. 03, 2016
UWF named 2017 Best for Vets college by Military Times
For the third time, the University of West Florida has received recognition as a “Best for Vets” college by Military Times, a national publication for service members and their families. UWF came in at No. 33 in the 2017 rankings of all four-year schools. This designation comes a few weeks after the five-year anniversary of […]
Nov. 01, 2016
UWF Department of Music presents the Jazz Combo and Jazz Ensemble in Concert
The University of West Florida Department of Music will present the Jazz Ensemble in concert on Saturday, Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be held in the Mainstage Theatre at the Center for Fine & Performing Arts, Building 82, on the UWF Pensacola Campus. The evening will include instrumental jazz arrangements for small and […]
Nov. 01, 2016
UWF Executive Mentor Program to host panel discussion: What Employers Look for in New Hires
The University of West Florida Executive Mentor Program will host a panel discussion, “What Employers Look for in New Hires,” featuring representatives from three Pensacola-area employers on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2016. UWF students and the public are invited to the UWF College of Business, Building 76A, Room 101, where they will have the opportunity to […]
Oct. 31, 2016
The Art Gallery at UWF to present: SynThesis, A Group BFA Exit Exhibition
The Art Gallery at the University of West Florida presents “SynThesis, a Group BFA Exit Exhibition,” from Nov. 17 through Dec. 11. A reception will take place on Nov. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibition will feature work by graduating Bachelor of Fine Art students Patti Gillespie, Lexie Reames, Emily Teets and Chance […]
Oct. 31, 2016
Four schools take top honors at 9th annual Emerald Coast BEST Robotics competition at UWF
Today, the University of West Florida hosted the 9th annual Emerald Coast BEST Robotics competition, a project-based STEM program that inspires middle and high school students to pursue careers in engineering, science and technology through participation in a sport-like competition to design, program and build a robot. This year, the competition expanded by 33 percent […]
Oct. 29, 2016
UWF Innovation Institute and FloridaShines to host first Virtual College Night
FloridaShines, Florida’s student hub of innovative educational services, is pleased to host its first Virtual College Night on Nov. 16-17. FloridaShines is administered by the University of West Florida Innovation Institute. “FloridaShines has everything students need to get ready for college,” said Nashla Dawahre, assistant director of advising and student services. “Our two-day event offers six […]
Oct. 28, 2016
Economic Report: New Home Sales Rise Unexpectedly
New home sales beat expectations in September, leading to questions about where the housing market stands.
Oct. 28, 2016
