UWF alum accepts opportunity in D.C.

Elona Jouben a graduate of the University of West Florida, who majored in political science in 2000 and legal studies/pre-law in 2006, has recently accepted a position as a paralegal/program assistant position with the American Association of University Professors in Washington, D.C. The AAUP, founded in 1915, is a national organization that is active in […]

UWF produces “A Christmas Carol”

Every year around the holiday season, a certain story reminds people to open their hearts and be generous, charitable and hospitable to those less fortunate. It is a story that was written by Charles Dickens in 1843 and helped restore the holiday season to a time of joy and kindness. UWF will perform “A Christmas […]

Ocean explorer Fabien Cousteau visits UWF

More than 100 people attended a presentation by French aquatic filmmaker and oceanographic explorer Fabien Cousteau, the grandson of the legendary researcher and underwater filmmaker Jacques-Yves Cousteau. He explained some of the challenges faced in keeping the earth’s marine ecosystems healthy and shared his love of diving with students, faculty, staff and the public on […]

Science and Engineering building receives Gold Certification

The University of West Florida School of Science and Engineering has received the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED Gold Certification, surpassing its original goal of Silver Certification. This marks UWF’s first Gold Certified building. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design provides building owners and operators a practical series of steps and guidelines for green […]

UWF salutes veterans

It was standing room only as UWF faculty, staff and students paused Wednesday to honor and thank veterans of the U.S. Armed Services. A special presentation in recognition of Veterans Day took place in the UWF Commons Auditorium featuring a panel of six servicemen and women, some retired and some still active duty. “We salute […]

Gen. Charles Horner speaks at UWF lecture series

Gen. Charles Horner spoke at UWF Nov. 9 on the subject of “The Military and the Media: Events, relationships and why we act the way we do” as part of the Jerry Maygarden Lecture Series. Horner was candid about how the military and the media should build and maintain a mutually beneficial relationship. He stated […]

UWF Center for Fine & Performing Arts hosts Shakespeare Theatre

For years, Pensacola has successfully supported a professional ballet company, opera and symphony. Now, many in the region believe, the community can support a professional Shakespeare theatre as well. The goal of the Pensacola Shakespeare Theatre is to give Pensacola a professional theatre, performing the classic works of Shakespeare, as well as modern classics from […]

UWF logistics degree offers career options and stability for new graduates

When running to the local grocery or convenience store for a gallon of milk, most people never even imagine the logistics involved in getting the milk to the right place at the right time, ready for purchase. Did it arrive by train? Plane? Truck? A combination of all three? How was it kept fresh? UWF […]

Mobile Patriots wheelchair basketball takes on UWF, Pensacola teams

The Mobile Patriots visited the University of West Florida (UWF) Thursday night for the ninth year in honor of Disability Awareness Month. More than 300 people attended an exhibition game between the Patriots and teams of UWF faculty, staff and students and members of the Pensacola Community. “This year’s game went extremely well,” said Catherine […]

UWF hosts BEST Robotics Competition for area middle- and high-schoolers

The University of West Florida hosted the Emerald Coast Boosting Engineering, Science and Technology (BEST) Robotics competition in the Field House at the UWF Pensacola campus Oct. 23. Nineteen middle- and high-school teams competed for the top prize and a chance to move on to regional competition. The competition began Sept. 11, when the schools […]

UWF Homecoming “definitely a success”

About 2,500 people attended the Homecoming festivities at the University of West Florida, including the Ludacris concert on Oct. 14. “The Ludacris concert was definitely the highlight of the week,” said Joy Tompkins, the program director. “Ludacris and DJ Unk both put on great shows and everyone that attended the show enjoyed themselves.” Homecoming 2010’s […]

UWF alumnus awarded U.S. Patent for Profit Solver accounting technology

When launching a new business, many entrepreneurs play a guessing game in determining the price to charge for their products and services. Thanks to a new technology implemented by UWF alumnus Dan Zalta ’88, business owners can now determine the exact price to charge for products or services to cover costs and break even, or […]