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
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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
Pensacola Museum of Art to host Surrealist Masquerade during Foo Foo Fest
The Pensacola Museum of Art will host its first Surrealist Masquerade on Saturday, Nov. 5 from 7 to 11 p.m., during Pensacola’s Foo Foo Festival. The event is part of the museum’s new exhibition, “Controversial Lines: Late Prints by Salvador Dali,” which opened on Sept. 9 and will run through Jan. 7, 2017. Guests are […]
Oct. 07, 2016
UWF breaks ground on University Park Center
The University of West Florida broke ground today on University Park Center, a mixed-use facility adjacent to Pen Air Field, with an anticipated completion date of Spring 2018. The 32,700-square-foot facility will provide additional space on campus for the UWF Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, as well as office space and meeting rooms for the UWF […]
Oct. 06, 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
UWF Notice: Hurricane Matthew
The University of West Florida is closely monitoring Hurricane Matthew. At this time, Hurricane Matthew does not pose a threat to this area. All University of West Florida locations, including the Pensacola Campus, online and Emerald Coast will remain open. If conditions change, the University will update the campus community. University administration understands that many […]
Oct. 06, 2016
UWF Haas Center chooses TIP Strategies to assist in developing regional economic plan
The University of West Florida Haas Center and partner Florida’s Great Northwest have chosen Austin, Texas-based TIP Strategies to assist in developing a comprehensive regional economic transformation plan for the 13 counties of Northwest Florida. “TIP has a long history of developing actionable plans for expansive and diverse regions like Northwest Florida,” said Zach Jenkins, […]
Oct. 06, 2016
UWF MVRC to host 5th anniversary celebration
What: The University of West Florida Military and Veterans Resource Center will host a barbecue to celebrate its five-year anniversary and honor those who have protected and served. The event will feature a live jazz band, office tours, food and guest speakers, including students and their testimonials. When: Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2016 Time: 11:30 a.m. […]
Oct. 05, 2016
UWF Department of Theatre presents The Great American Trailer Park Musical
The University of West Florida Department of Theatre presents “The Great American Trailer Park Musical” with music and lyrics by David Nehls and book by Betsy Kelso. Performances will be held Oct. 21, 22, 28 and 29 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 23 and 30 at 2:30 p.m. All performances will take place in the […]
Oct. 05, 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
UWF CORAL Center, Santa Rosa schools renew STEAM partnership
Program to expand to new schools for 2016-17 academic year The University of West Florida Community Outreach Research and Learning Center has begun its second year evaluating the Santa Rosa County School District’s “STEAM Innovate!” program, a five-year plan to infuse more science, technology, engineering, arts and math into the curriculum. The initiative began with […]
Oct. 04, 2016
