By Josh Newby, University Communications University of West Florida President Dr. Judith Bense received the Santa Rosa County Chamber of Commerce’s “Woman of the Year” award Jan. 29. Bense was described as being a groundbreaking leader in Santa Rosa County and someone who is active in the area’s growth. “Almost immediately after being named president […]
Nearly 600 employees attended the University of West Florida Annual Holiday Gala on Dec. 7 in the UWF Field House to celebrate the successes throughout 2010. “You all work very hard all year long, and I want to take this opportunity to thank you,” said President Judith A. Bense. “I appreciate your efforts, and I […]
As a new school year begins at the University of West Florida, a new Student Government has the task of earning the trust of the students it represents, as well as being a voice to UWF President Judith Bense and her board of trustees. As president of SGA, Josh Finley is responsible for these obligations, […]
The University of West Florida has quality students who are seeking a quality education, according to UWF President Judith Bense who is clearly pleased with this year’s incoming class. “Our average ACT (score) is 24 which is 4.5 points higher than (the state of) Florida average and 2.9 points higher than the national average,” she […]
University of West Florida President Judith A. Bense was inducted into the Order of Isabella the Catholic by presentation of the Cross of Officer at a special ceremony May 26. The recognition, one of Spain’s highest civil honors, was bestowed on behalf of His Royal Highness King Juan Carlos I of Spain by His Excellency […]
The University of West Florida board of trustees voted unanimously Friday to extend President Judy Bense’s appointment until March 2012. “It’s absolutely thrilling and I am honored,” said Bense. Bense became interim president July 1, 2008. And, in December the UWF Board of Trustees voted to extend her contract through the summer of 2010. “UWF […]
University of West Florida Intercollegiate Athletics is at a crossroads. In January, UWF President Judy Bense formed the Athletics Visioning Team to review the full range of UWF Athletic programs, in an effort to recommend the future direction of Intercollegiate Athletics at UWF. Reviewing a detailed analysis of university athletics and working with a national […]
A constant source of energy, tenacity and experience, Judy Bense, recent chair and professor of the Department of Anthropology and Archaeology, as well as the executive director of the Division of Anthropology and Archaeology at the University of West Florida, was named interim president for UWF by the Board of Trustees, making her the first […]
Today, the University of West Florida Board of Trustees approved Dr. Judy Bense, executive director of UWF’s Division of Anthropology and Archaeology, as interim president. Bense will temporarily fill the position that will become vacant when current UWF President John Cavanaugh assumes his new role as chancellor of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education […]
