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Steering UWF’s New Mechanical Engineering Program

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

Oct. 10, 2016

UWF Department of Music presents the Symphonic Band in concert

The University of West Florida Department of Music will present the Symphonic Band in concert on Tuesday, Oct. 25 at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be held in the Mainstage Theatre of the Center for Fine and Performing Arts, Building 82, on the UWF Pensacola Campus. The concert will consist of a mix of original […]

Oct. 10, 2016

UWF to host End Zone Celebration for President Judy Bense

WHAT: Dr. Judy Bense will retire as president of the University of West Florida on Dec. 30, 2016. The UWF campus and community will celebrate her tenure on Thursday, Oct. 13 with an “End Zone Celebration.” President Bense will say farewell and share remarks regarding her journey as president. WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 13, 2016 TIME: […]

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

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

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