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UWF to host press conference introducing Interim President Manny Diaz Jr.

Jul. 09, 2025

WHAT: The University of West Florida will host a press conference to formally introduce Interim President Manny Diaz Jr. to the campus and broader community. Diaz will share remarks outlining his vision for the University, leadership priorities, and the role UWF will play in advancing academic excellence, workforce development and regional impact. Media will have an opportunity for Q&A following his remarks.

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WHAT: The University of West Florida will host a press conference to formally introduce Interim President Manny Diaz Jr. to the campus and broader community. Diaz will share remarks outlining his vision for the University, leadership priorities, and the role UWF will play in advancing academic excellence, workforce development and regional impact. Media will have an opportunity for Q&A following his remarks.

WHEN: Wednesday, July 16, 2025

TIME: 10 a.m.

WHERE: UWF Pensacola Campus

Argonaut Athletic Club

11000 University Parkway

Building 54

Pensacola, FL 32514

RSVP: Media interested in attending should RSVP to news@uwf.edu by Monday, July 14.

MEDIA CONTACTS:

Allison Morgan and Brittany Sherwood

University of West Florida

news@uwf.edu