A study by a team of University of West Florida researchers, conducted with Council on Aging of West Florida’s adult day care, The Retreat, uncovered insights into the positive impact of dance on individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. The study concluded that 12 weeks of adapted dance is feasible and enjoyable for persons […]
Thousands of lives were changed in just two weeks, thanks to the dedication of eye care professionals and lay volunteers, including Karen Valaitis, Ed.D., assistant professor of clinical practice at the University of West Florida and chair of the board for Eye Care International. As a member of the leadership team, she participated in Eye […]
A University of West Florida-Institute for Human Machine & Cognition research team received a $478,000 grant for the acquisition of advanced robotic platforms and equipment from the Defense University Research Instrumentation Program of the Office of Naval Research. The grant was one of only 64 grants awarded in the nation. Dr. Robert Griffin and Dr. […]
The University of West Florida’s Reubin O’D. Askew Department of Government will feature two distinguished scholars for a timely discussion on “Debating American Grand Strategy in the Trump Era” as part of its 2025 Askew Lecture Series. The event will take place on Thursday, March 27, at the Museum of Commerce in downtown Pensacola. A […]
The University of West Florida Speech and Debate team showcased their talent, earning multiple state titles and top placements at the Florida Intercollegiate Forensic Association State Championship Tournament on Feb. 22-23. UWF students competed against students from 11 other universities from across the state at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. A team of […]
The University of West Florida announces Alex Smith as Director of External Affairs, effective March 3, 2025. Smith joins UWF after serving the City of Pensacola as Constituent and Legislative Liaison and Special Assistant to Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves. In his new role, Smith will lead and manage external relations for the Office of the […]
Recent University of West Florida graduate James “Brian” Barnes put his UWF education in geographic information science to good use by helping the Emerald Coast Wildlife Refuge (ECWR) uncover trends on rescued wildlife in Northwest Florida. The results from his Fall 2024 semester capstone project are providing a better understanding on several topics including the […]
The Global Council for Responsible Artificial Intelligence has selected Dr. Eman El-Sheikh, University of West Florida Center for Cybersecurity associate vice president, as Global Ambassador for the United States. The Global Council for Responsible AI is an international governing body committed to fostering the development of AI technologies that are ethical, secure and beneficial for […]
February is Financial Aid Awareness Month, an excellent time to share the financial aid opportunities and resources available at the University of West Florida, as well as the strategies that have been employed to reach a greater number of students. UWF is doing its part to help students by providing access to financial aid in […]
The University of West Florida’s Usha Kundu, MD College of Health has expanded its offerings by adding a new respiratory therapy program to its catalog. Only the third of its kind in the state of Florida and one of a select few nationwide, the Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences with a specialization in Respiratory […]
University of West Florida junior Aidan Enfinger was selected to spend a week in Japan for the Kakehashi Project, a Japanese government-sponsored program that aims to promote mutual understanding between Japan and other nations by fostering personal connections and cultural exchange. An electrical engineering major who successfully completed Japanese 1 and 2, Enfinger was one […]
In an inspiring show of leadership and compassion, the University of West Florida’s Nursing Living Learning Community is spreading love and joy this Valentine’s Day season to senior citizens at a local rehabilitation center. The initiative, which involves UWF pre-nursing students handcrafting heartfelt valentine cards, aims to uplift the spirits of residents while also emphasizing […]
