UWF launches ‘Here for Good capital campaign,’ announces gift in excess of $9 million to name football stadium

This evening, the University of West Florida launched the public phase of the “Here for Good capital campaign,” the largest campaign in University history. President Martha D. Saunders announced the campaign at a gala held at the Field House on UWF’s Pensacola campus. “The Here for Good campaign is a proclamation — a promise to […]

Dr. Grier Williams School of Music presents Jazz Ensemble & Combo in concert

The University of West Florida and the Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the Jazz Ensemble & Combo in concert on Tuesday, April 23 at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be held in the Mainstage Theatre at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the Pensacola campus. Join the UWF Combo and […]

UWF Notice: Monitoring Severe Weather – University Closure

Notice #2 – University officials are closely monitoring the severe weather potential that is forecast for tomorrow, Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in Northwest Florida. Out of an abundance of caution, the University of West Florida will close at noon tomorrow, Wednesday, April 10, 2024, and reopen at 5 a.m. Thursday, April 11, 2024. This includes […]

Innovative project brings the universe to UWF and beyond

From the sparkling stars of constellations to the outer reaches of our galaxy, humans have long been fascinated by the wonders of outer space. The pursuit of exploration and knowledge were the driving forces behind an exciting LEAD: The Staff Version team project recently unveiled at the University of West Florida. LEAD, which stands for […]

UWF celebrates sixth annual Founders Week beginning April 15

The University of West Florida will honor traditions, engage in the community and celebrate the future of the University during its sixth annual Founders Week, which will be held April 15-18. Founders Week is a weeklong celebration that serves as an opportunity to bring the UWF family together, welcome alumni and visitors to campus and […]

UWF Singers present “Moments: A Concert”

The University of West Florida’s Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the UWF Singers along with the Concert Choir in “Moments: A Concert.” The performance will be held on Thursday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rolfs Music Hall at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the UWF Pensacola campus. […]

Former director of UWF Japan House recognized with the Order of the Rising Sun award

Shigeko Honda, who was director of the University of West Florida Japan Center and Japan House for 26 years, has been awarded the prestigious Order of the Rising Sun, Silver Rays. Honda was recognized at an event on UWF’s Pensacola campus on April 1 which celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Japan House. The Order […]

UWF invites media to capital campaign launch

WHAT: University of West Florida Martha D. Saunders will announce an extraordinary gift that will transform our campus and launch the public phase of UWF’s capital campaign. It is the most ambitious fundraising campaign in the University’s history, and a promise to expand the passion of our people and unleash the best of UWF. WHEN: […]

UWF Department of Theatre presents ‘The Drowsy Chaperone’

The University of West Florida Department of Theatre presents “The Drowsy Chaperone.” Performances will be held April 12, 13, and 14 and April 19, 20, and 21 with shows at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 2:30 p.m. on Sunday. All performances will take place in the Mainstage Theatre of the Center for Fine […]

UWF Historic Trust partners with DeFuniak Landmarks, promotes historic preservation and enhances community programming

The University of West Florida Historic Trust has announced a partnership with F. Diane Pickett, local emerging author and the president and founder of DeFuniak Landmarks, a nonprofit foundation established to preserve and protect the architectural integrity of homes within the historic districts of DeFuniak Springs. This partnership will further the mission of the UWF […]

UWF ranks in top five nationally for Military Friendly® Schools and Military Spouse Friendly® Schools

“UWF strives to make quality education accessible for all, especially our veterans, active service members and their families,” said UWF President Martha D. Saunders. “We are proud of our commitment to the military community. These Military Friendly® designations are a testament to that.” The distinction is a direct result of the efforts put forth by […]

UWF’s student-managed Argo Bond Fund places second in national competition

The University of West Florida’s student-managed Argo Bond Fund placed second among the nation’s student-managed bond funds at the Quinnipiac University Global Asset Management Education’s (QGAME) Global Portfolio Competition held on March 20-21 in New York City. More than 150 universities and 1,400 students participated in the competition. The QGAME Global Portfolio Performance Competition ranks […]