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Orientation Resources

Students walking on campus, cover of Essential Campus Services info book

Welcome home, Argos! We can't wait to help you get started here at the University of West Florida.

Business and Auxiliary Services, sometimes known as Campus Services, offers a variety of resources and services you will encounter or may need during your time at UWF.

View our Essential Campus Services 2025 Edition Booklet below to learn more about everything we have to offer!

Essential Campus Services 2025 Edition

Student presenting their ID Card, standing in the ID Card Services office

During your in-person Orientation session, you will visit our office in 20W to take your Nautilus Card I.D. photo. 

  • Remember no hats, headphones, or sunglasses on while taking your photo.
  • Forgot your physical government issued I.D.? Bring it next time you are on Campus! The Nautilus Card Office unable to make your Nautilus Card with out it!

Download the TouchNet 360u app to easily load ARGObucks and access meal swipes with your phone 24/7.

Parking Office welcome desk

Plan to drive on campus? Ensure you purchase your virtual parking permit on, or around, August 8th. 

  • Virtual Parking Permits may be purchased online through MyUWF, in the 'Parking Transaction Portal' app. 
  • Remember, all vehicles are required to park 'nose-in' to all spaces to ensure your plate can be registered and you are not ticketed. 

We also have several transportation options available. Download the Passio GO! application on the Apple Store or Google Play to live-track the trolley across campus. 

Students at the Nautilus Market entrance

Learn about the variety of Meal Plan options Argo Food Co. has to offer by visiting our the UWF Meal Plans webpage, or browsing the Essential Campus Services 2025 Edition pdf.

Check the menu before you dine at the Nautilus Market by visiting uwf.campusdish.com to view food allergy and sensitivity information. If you have questions or concerns regarding menu options, connect with us via email.

Student looking through textbooks on a shelf

The UWF Bookstore is your official one-stop-shop for all Argo Gear in addition to your educational and personal needs!

  • We work closely with faculty to ensure we have every book and supporting course material you may need.
  • Financial Aid funds are accepted both in-store and online.
  • We also offer a Textbook Deferment Program and the Follett Access Savings Program to those you qualify. Learn more about ways to save by visiting the UWF Follett Access Program page.

Contact us at askuwfbookstore@uwf.edu to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Welcome home, Argos!

Orientation 2026 Sessions
Session Dates Type Entry Term
June 4-5 | Session Full In Person Summer
June 11-12 | Limited Capacity Virtual Summer
June 25-26 | Session Full In Person Fall
July 9-10 | Session Full In Person Fall
July 16-17 In Person Fall
July 23-24 In Person Fall
Aug. 6-7 Virtual Fall
Aug. 13 In Person Fall

For additional information regarding Orientation Summer 2026, please visit the UWF Orientation webpage.