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UWF to host press conference for major athletics announcement

WHAT: The University of West Florida will host a press conference to make a major athletics announcement. UWF President Manny Diaz Jr., UWF Athletic Director Dave Scott and more will be speaking. Media will have an opportunity for Q&A following the remarks. WHEN: Thursday, April 2, 2026 TIME: 11 a.m. WHERE: UWF Field House11000 University ParkwayBuilding […]

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UWF again recognized as a Gold-level Military Friendly® School and Military Spouse Friendly® School

The University of West Florida has been recognized as a gold-level university in the large public school category in the annual Military Friendly® Schools list for 2026-2027. UWF earned the gold distinction for success in helping veterans make the transition from the military to school and, ultimately, rewarding civilian careers. As the eighth time receiving […]

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UWF Archaeology Institute survey uncovers pre-Columbian artifacts ahead of stadium infrastructure work

Faculty researchers and archaeology students at the University of West Florida have uncovered artifacts linked to multiple pre-Columbian Native American cultures during a recent archaeological survey on UWF’s Pensacola campus. The survey, conducted by the UWF Archaeology Institute, relocated a previously documented archaeological site first discovered on campus in 1989. Through systematic shovel test excavations, […]

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Proposed changes to student fees

The University of West Florida Board of Trustees will consider two proposals related to student fee increases during the BOT meeting on Thursday, April 23, at 9 a.m. The first proposal is to add a $48 material and supply fee and a $50 equipment fee per student for certain courses within the Department of Mechanical […]

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UWF receives $555K NIH award to launch NeuroNauts Scholars Program

The University of West Florida has been awarded a five-year, $555,000 National Institutes of Health R25 Research Education Grant from the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke to establish the NeuroNauts Scholars Program. The program will provide cohorts of eight local high school juniors and seniors with an intensive eight-week summer research experience spanning […]

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Reubin O’D. Askew Lecture Series returns with discussion on East Asia, the United States, and the Future of Democracy

The University of West Florida Askew Lecture Series returns to the Museum of Commerce in downtown Pensacola on Thursday, April 9, with a timely discussion on “East Asia, the United States, and the Future of Democracy.” This year’s event features Dr. Erik Mobrand, professor at the Graduate School of International Studies at Seoul National University […]

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UWF Explore Camps celebrates 20 years of summer programs

The University of West Florida is celebrating 20 years of its Explore Camps, K-12 summer programs that provide an opportunity for youth to explore their creativity, challenge their minds and build new friendships. Registration for 2026 summer camps begins March 4.  Offering quality summer programs to the University and surrounding community since 2006, Explore Camps […]

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UWF Center for Behavior Analysis delivers specialized support at Escambia Westgate School

The University of West Florida Center for Behavior Analysis has launched a new hands-on learning opportunity for graduate students through a new internship partnership with Escambia Westgate School, a local public school serving pre-K through high school students up to age 22 with varying exceptionalities. In addition to vocational classrooms, Westgate is also home to […]

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The Art Gallery at UWF presents “TAGGED”

The Art Gallery at the University of West Florida presents “TAGGED.” Serving as an opportunity for a broader group of students to exhibit artwork in a professional environment, “TAGGED” is an annual juried exhibition open for submission to all UWF students. “TAGGED” will run from March 5-12, with an opening ceremony and awards presentation on […]

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Dr. Grier Williams School of Music presents the UWF Symphonic Band

The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the UWF Symphonic Band featuring pianist Susan Chou in their “Orchestral Fantasy” concert. The performance will be held on Monday, March 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Mainstage Theatre at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the UWF Pensacola campus.  Under […]

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UWF professor honored with prestigious national mentoring award

University of West Florida’s Dr. Giang-Nguyen Nguyen, professor in the UWF School of Education, was named the recipient of the Duaine C. Lang Distinguished Mentoring Award presented by the Leadership Foundation for Teacher Education. The national award recognizes Nguyen’s extraordinary commitment to mentorship within the Association of Teacher Educators. “Throughout my journey in education, I […]

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UWF Police Department earns reaccreditation

The University of West Florida Police Department has achieved reaccreditation from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation through 2029. Accreditation increases the department’s ability to prevent and control crime through effective and efficient delivery of law enforcement services. “As an agency, we understand the importance of accreditation,” said UWF Police Chief Roman Jackson. “We […]