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UWF announces $320k gift from Andrews Institute and Baptist Health Care to name MSAT program and support Department of Athletics

UWF announced a $320,000 gift from Andrews Institute and Baptist Health Care to name the Andrews Institute and Baptist Health Care Master of Science in Athletic Training program, housed in the Usha Kundu, MD College of Health. The gift will also support Intercollegiate Athletics. “This generous gift from Andrews Institute and Baptist Health Care enhances […]

Oct. 28, 2024

UWF President Martha D. Saunders celebrates achievements, provides future goals during State of the University address

University of West Florida President Martha D. Saunders highlighted record enrollment, thriving academic programs and emphasized that UWF is ‘Here for Good’ during her State of the University address broadcast live on NewsRadio 1620 on Oct. 23. The address originally scheduled on Sept. 26 on UWF’s Pensacola campus was canceled due to Hurricane Helene. “I’ll […]

Oct. 23, 2024

Alyssa Cook, Miss U.S. International at the UWF Japan House

UWF Japan House helps prepare Miss US International for Miss International Competition in Japan

The University of West Florida’s Japan House recently became an important stop for Miss U.S. International and Pensacola-native Alysa Cook. Cook will be competing in Tokyo, Japan and representing the U.S. for the title Miss International. As part of her preparation, she was eager to immerse herself in Japanese culture and deepen her understanding of […]

Oct. 22, 2024

The All of Us Research Program invites campus and community to take part in the future of health research

The Wright Institute for Global and Population Health, housed in UWF’s Usha Kundu, MD College of Health, will sponsor the National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Journey, a traveling educational exhibit that raises awareness about the All of Us Research Program from Oct. 22-25. The program aims to speed up health research and medical […]

Oct. 22, 2024

UWF receives approval for $3.3 million Triumph grant for Water and Vessel Engineering, or WAVE, research program

The University of West Florida’s proposal for a new research program known as Water and Vessel Engineering sailed through the provisional approval, subject to negotiating a term sheet and legal contract, from the Triumph Gulf Coast board of directors. UWF’s Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering requested $3,315,600 to establish WAVE and partner with […]

Oct. 21, 2024

Joshua Burrow, Amanda Eakin, Dr. Vitaly Brazhkin, Jennifer Small and Joshua Richardson

University of West Florida student team secures finalist spot in national supply chain case competition

A team of four undergraduate students from the University of West Florida earned the finalist position, placing fourth, at the second National Association of State Procurement Officials, or NASPO, Supply Chain Case Competition hosted in Raleigh, North Carolina on Oct. 4 and 5. The competition aims to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world […]

Oct. 15, 2024

University of West Florida Big and Pensacola High School Little meet during the launch of Beyond School Walls at UWF

UWF takes high school students ‘Beyond School Walls’ with Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring program

The University of West Florida welcomed 20 Pensacola High School juniors to its Pensacola campus on Oct. 9 for the launch of Beyond School Walls at UWF, a Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida workplace mentoring program. The two-year program aims to equip students with the confidence and skills to thrive in post-secondary education, […]

Oct. 14, 2024

UWF Symphonic Band trumpet player playing during a concert performance.

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

The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the Symphonic Band in concert on Sunday, October 13, at 2:30 p.m. The concert will be held at the Gulf Breeze Methodist Church. Under new direction by Dr. Sean Kelley, this performance centers around the idea of ‘flight’ and will feature works […]

Oct. 11, 2024

UWF Singers present ‘Beginnings’

In their first concert of the season, the UWF Singers will perform various pieces showcasing the ensemble’s vocal talent, comprised of majors from every UWF college. Under the direction of Dr. Peter Steenblik, guests will enjoy a potpourri of repertoire from the group’s fall festivals and concerts, including pieces from Mack Wilberg, Jennifer Lucy Cook, […]

Oct. 08, 2024

UWF Dr. Grier Williams School of Music presents the Runge Strings Orchestra in concert

The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the Runge Strings Orchestra in concert on Monday, October 7 at 7:30 p.m. The concert will be held in the UWF Rolfs Music Hall at the Center for Fine and Performing Arts on the UWF Pensacola Campus. Under the direction of Ramel Price and […]

Oct. 03, 2024

UWF Center for Cybersecurity awarded $750,000 NCAE-C Grant to Lead National Cybersecurity Workforce Development Task Force

The UWF Center for Cybersecurity was awarded a $750,000 grant from the National Security Agency National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) Program to lead the National Cybersecurity Workforce Development Task Force. The task force will bring together the eight NCAE-C-funded workforce development programs, including CyberSkills2Work, an intensive cybersecurity education program led by UWF […]

Oct. 03, 2024

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

The UWF Chamber Music Series at Old Christ Church continues its 17th season this fall. The University of West Florida Dr. Grier Williams School of Music will present the UWF Chamber Music Series on Wednesday, Oct. 2 at noon. The concert will be held at Old Christ Church in historic downtown Pensacola. Under the direction […]

Oct. 02, 2024

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