UWF names Howard Reddy as vice president for university advancement

University of West Florida President Martha D. Saunders has appointed Howard J. Reddy as vice president for university advancement and president of the UWF Foundation, Inc., effective immediately. Reddy, who was named interim vice president for the Division of University Advancement and interim president for UWF Foundation, Inc. in August 2017, previously served as assistant […]

UWF announces historic gift in excess of $8 million from Pensacola attorney Fred Levin

Today, the University of West Florida announced that Fred Levin, attorney and community advocate, is gifting his multi-million dollar waterfront home and estate, known as Timeless Tanglewood, to the institution. The donation also includes much of the renovated home’s contents, including works of art and collector’s items. The total value of the donation is more […]

UWF recognizes Spirit of UWF and Alumni Awards recipients

The University of West Florida Alumni Association recently held its awards and recognition program to honor Spirit of UWF and Alumni Awards recipients. UWF President Martha Saunders, Howard Reddy, interim vice president for university advancement, Missy Grace, alumni relations director, and Lauren Loeffler, executive director for career development and community engagement, recognized the outstanding achievements […]

$3 million gift to assist UWF students in pursuit of American Dream

Thanks to the generosity of an anonymous donor, the University of West Florida will receive more than $3 million to assist deserving students in their pursuit of the American Dream. This transformational gift will establish an endowment for need-based scholarships with preference given to immigrants and refugees and enhance accessibility to higher education for UWF […]

Professor gives $1 million to University of West Florida

The University of West Florida announced today a $1 million gift from Dr. Bob Kimball, UWF professor of marketing and economics, to create the Bill and Ellie Kimball Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship Award in memory of his parents. “This is a very special gift because it comes from one of our own,” said UWF President Martha […]

University of West Florida receives $50,000 grant from SunTrust Foundation for Pensacola Pledge Scholars

The University of West Florida received a $50,000 grant from the SunTrust Foundation for the Pensacola Pledge Scholars Fund. The gift will further bolster the program, which provides scholarships to high school graduates from Escambia and Santa Rosa counties to attend UWF or Pensacola State College. “On behalf of the SunTrust Foundation, we are pleased to […]

UWF hosts 50th Anniversary Gala, launches public phase of $50 million capital campaign

The University of West Florida hosted the 50th Anniversary Gala yesterday evening to celebrate the public launch of the 50th Anniversary Capital Campaign. During the event, UWF officially announced its fundraising goal of $50 million – the largest capital campaign in University history. “The University’s 50th Anniversary is a prime opportunity to prove not only […]

UWF, PSC receive $1 million gift to fund scholarships

PENSACOLA, Fla. – The University of West Florida (UWF) and Pensacola State College (PSC) announced today a $1 million gift from Quint and Rishy Studer to fund scholarships for graduating high school seniors in the City of Pensacola. The Pensacola Pledge Scholar Program will provide financial support for graduating seniors of Escambia County Public Schools […]

Kyle Marrero appointed interim vice president for university advancement

The University of West Florida has announced the appointment of Kyle Marrero as interim vice president for University Advancement at the University of West Florida effective Aug. 1. Marrero currently serves as the director of the UWF School of Fine and Performing Arts and chair of the UWF Music Department. He also serves as the […]