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Dr. Grier Williams School of Music presents the Old Christ Church Chamber Music Concert Series

The University of West Florida Chamber Music Series at Old Christ Church continues its 20th season this spring. The UWF Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the UWF Chamber Music Series on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at noon. The concert will be held at Old Christ Church in historic downtown Pensacola. Under the direction […]

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Florida Board of Governors confirms Manny Diaz Jr. as UWF’s next president

The Florida Board of Governors confirmed Manny Diaz Jr. as the seventh president of the University of West Florida at their meeting today, marking a significant milestone in the University’s leadership transition. Diaz was named sole finalist for the position by the UWF Presidential Search Committee in November and was approved by the UWF Board […]

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UWF Archaeology Institute receives international award for research

A multi-organizational research team led by the UWF Archaeology Institute’s assistant director, Nicole Grinnan, has been awarded the 2026 Mark E. Mack Community Engagement award from the Society for Historical Archaeology. This prestigious international award recognizes the Archaeology Institute’s research in Apalachicola, Florida, for exhibiting “outstanding best practices in community collaboration, engagement and outreach in […]

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UWF awarded $260,000 to strengthen colorectal cancer screening across Florida

The University of West Florida has been awarded a contract by the Florida Department of Health to provide evaluation services for Florida’s Colorectal Cancer Control Program with a four-year, $260,000 agreement. “This project highlights the power of collaboration between higher education and public health to address critical health challenges,” said Dr. Shelley Diviney, interim dean […]

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Dr. Grier Williams School of Music presents Dr. Leonid Yanovskiy’s 25th Anniversary Recital

The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present Dr. Leonid Yanovskiy’s 25th Anniversary recital. The performance will be held on Monday, Jan. 26, at 7:30 p.m. in the Rolfs Music Hall at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the UWF Pensacola campus. Celebrating 25 years of the UWF […]

University of West Florida Seligman First Amendment Lecture Series

UWF Seligman Lecture Series event delves into intellectual freedoms and democratic ideals

The University of West Florida’s Reubin O’D. Askew Department of Government proudly presents the annual Seligman First Amendment Lecture series on Tuesday, March 3, at the Museum of Commerce, located at 201 Zaragoza Street in downtown Pensacola. This year’s speaker, Dr. Jay Cost, will present “To Preserve the Freedom of the Human Mind: The First […]

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UWF transfer students raise future service dogs

The University of West Florida’s Transfer Task Force, a student organization formed just last year, is making a major impact through a wholesome service initiative: raising service dogs for Canine Companions. Transfer Task Force students often describe their role as helping prepare the puppies to “transfer,” much like they transferred to UWF. Created to strengthen […]

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UWF names new chief of police

The University of West Florida has announced Roman Jackson as the University’s new chief of police, following the retirement of Marc Cossich. Jackson joins UWF with more than 20 years of leadership experience across all major areas of public safety operations including patrol operations, criminal investigations and strategic planning. “Chief Jackson brings a proven record […]

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Manny Diaz Jr. selected by UWF Board of Trustees as the University’s next president

The University of West Florida Board of Trustees selected Manny Diaz Jr. to serve as the University’s seventh president during a special board meeting today. Diaz, UWF’s interim president since July, was announced as the sole finalist on Nov. 22, 2025, following a comprehensive national search. His appointment is subject to confirmation by the Florida […]

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UWF creates Academy of American Civic Republicanism

The University of West Florida Board of Trustees has approved the creation of the Academy of American Civic Republicanism, a new initiative aimed at enhancing civic knowledge and engagement through education on American history, government and principles foundational to the American republic. Funded by a $1,555,318 three-year grant from the U.S. Department of Education, the […]

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Pensacola Children’s Museum reopens with new exhibits funded by IMPACT 100

On Dec. 20, the Pensacola Children’s Museum will reopen to the public with a new exhibit entitled “Our Town: A Space for All,” featuring various historic businesses and sites inspired by Pensacola landmarks. The museum is also debuting a new, publicly accessible sensory space, entitled “Calming Seas Sensory Space,” which is the first of its […]

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UWF announces Fall 2025 President’s, Dean’s Lists

A total of 3,873 undergraduate students enrolled during the Fall 2025 semester at the University of West Florida were named to the President’s or Dean’s Lists. The Fall 2025 President’s List features 1,742 students enrolled in at least six credit hours who earned a semester GPA of 3.90 or higher. The Fall 2025 Dean’s List […]