UWF study identifies US counties with high rates of COVID-19

A research team from the University of West Florida’s Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering has identified geographical areas of unusually high rates of COVID-19 infections and mortality. Their surveillance study locates COVID “hot spots” across the country through September. In spring, Dr. Raid Amin, a distinguished university professor in the Department of Mathematics […]

UWF to announce major cybersecurity workforce development initiative

WHAT: The University of West Florida will host a virtual press conference to make a major announcement regarding cybersecurity workforce development. Speakers include: UWF President Martha D. Saunders; Diane M. Janosek, Commandant, National Security Agency’s National Cryptologic School; Dr. George Ellenberg, UWF Provost and Senior Vice President; and Dr. Eman El-Sheikh, Director of the UWF […]

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Faculty experts discuss potential impacts of COVID-19 on the 2020 election

Dr. Jacob Shively, associate professor, said a potential impact of COVID-19 will be on the voting experience, emphasizing the importance of “shifting expectations” as November approaches. “Americans should look to voting by mail or early as serious options, if they’ve never considered those before,” he said. “We should also shift our expectations about timing. Election […]

University of West Florida students learn the latest cybersecurity techniques in the Battle Lab in Building 4.

Master’s in cybersecurity online program ranks among best values in nation

Established as a nationally recognized leader in cybersecurity education and workforce development, the University of West Florida cybersecurity program earned another distinction, signifying its rapid ascension. In only its second year of existence, UWF’s nationally designated Master of Science in Cybersecurity online program has been ranked as one of the best values in the nation, […]

(Pictured left to right) Dr. Grier Williams, Dr. Milton Usry and Dr. Peter Young, 1992 UWF Guild for the Arts

UWF announces gift to create a School of Music

The University of West Florida announced a gift to rename the Department of Music. An anonymous contribution has established the Dr. Grier Williams School of Music in memory of the first chair of the music department. “This incredibly generous and forward-looking gift will enhance our ability to provide the very best music education for our […]

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Emerald Coast Writing Project hosts first-ever virtual summer institute

This summer, the Emerald Coast Writing Project transitioned its annual Invitational Summer Institute to a virtual format in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, hosting more than 140 teachers for a successful reunion called “The NWP Reboot 2020.” “What amazed me most is that even during this stressful time, teachers wanted to spend three days together […]

UWF celebrates spring and summer graduates with first virtual commencement

Commencement is a significant moment in the lives of graduates and their loved ones who supported them through their educational journey. On Saturday, August 8, the University of West Florida Class of 2020 spring and summer graduates celebrated that milestone and etched their names in University history as participants in the first virtual commencement. UWF […]

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UWF program paves a multitude of career paths for music majors

The University of West Florida has added the Bachelor of Arts in Music and an Outside Field program, which will allow students a unique opportunity to prepare for employment in a variety of disciplines including music, the humanities, education, health and STEM fields. The program is designed for students interested in majoring in music while […]

UWF professors Dr. Valerie Morganson and Dr. Steve Kass, along with graduate students Kenzie Hurley, Cayla Hartley, Kaylin Strong and Dean Jones, conducting parachute simulations with former U.S. Navy pilot Andy Caputi on Jan. 22, 2020.

UWF researchers work with SoarTech, U.S. Navy to evaluate parachute training system

University of West Florida researchers are helping the U.S. Navy evaluate parachute training devices for its pilots and other personnel. Dr. Steven Kass, professor in the Department of Psychology, and Dr. Valerie Morganson, associate professor in the Department of Psychology have been working on the project. Their work includes conducting analyses to determine the cognitive skills […]

Virtual cybersecurity training at the Escambia County Supervisor of Elections office 

UWF partners with Escambia County elections staff to enhance cybersecurity preparations

The University of West Florida Center for Cybersecurity provided virtual training for the Escambia County Supervisor of Elections staff on Wednesday, July 15, in preparation for the 2020 general election. The election training session included how to report suspicious activity, demystifying the world of hackers and building a cybersecurity culture in which all staff members […]

Supporting our International Community

In light of the recent modifications made by the Student Exchange and Visitor Program regarding online courses and international students, we have reviewed our revised Fall 2020 semester course delivery methods. As our plan for fall includes face-to-face, hybrid and remote courses, we are positioned well to meet the face-to-face instruction requirements. We are actively […]

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UWF Notice: Fall 2020 Revised Course Delivery Methods

As part of the University of West Florida’s Returning to UWF plan for Fall 2020, revised course delivery methods for the fall semester are now available to view in the “MyClasses” app in MyUWF. International students should visit the Fall 2020 COVID-19 Enrollment Guidance for UWF International Students webpage and students receiving military benefits should […]