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UWF is #2 in the Florida State University System

UWF is #2 in the Florida State University System

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UWF News

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UWF unveils refreshed brand identity

The University of West Florida has unveiled a refreshed brand identity, including a new primary logo and updated visual system, designed to better reflect the University’s growth and forward momentum. 

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UWF gifted historic book signed by Declaration signer

The University of West Florida Libraries has received a rare historical volume bearing the signature of George Walton, one of the 56 signers of the Declaration of Independence. The book was donated to the University Archives and West Florida History Center as the United States marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. 

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UWF ranks No. 2 in Florida State University System Board of Governors’ performance metrics, first to meet every accountability goal

The University of West Florida ranked No. 2 among Florida's 12 public universities in the Florida Board of Governors' 2025-26 performance-based funding model and was the only institution in the State University System to meet all 11 accountability goals. UWF earned 92 out of 100 points, one point higher than last year, trailing only the University of South Florida.

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UWF Events

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0500
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Tanabata Star Festival at Building 71

Celebrate the beautiful summer tradition of Japan right here on campus! The UWF Office of International Affairs invites you to the Tanabata Star Festival on Saturday, July 11,...

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0500

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Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:00 -0500

Patriotism as a Civic Virtue Lecture at Voices of Pensacola

Join the Academy of American Civic Republicanism and the Historic Trust at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 14, at the Voices of Pensacola Multicultural Center for a lecture by...

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:30:00 -0500

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University of West Florida Men's Soccer vs Texas Rio Grande Valley at Soccer Complex

University of West Florida Men's Soccer vs Texas Rio Grande Valley

Thu, 20 Aug 2026 19:30:00 -0500

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