Communications

UWF Presidential Search announcements and updates.

January 29, 2026

Florida Board of Governors confirms Manny Diaz Jr. as UWF’s next president

President Manny Diaz Jr. Board of Governors confirmation letter

Congratulations, President Manny Diaz Jr.

January 8, 2026

Manny Diaz Jr. selected by UWF Board of Trustees as the University’s next president

Message from the BOT Chair: Welcoming Manny Diaz, Jr. as UWF’s next president

November 22, 2025

Manny Diaz Jr. named the sole finalist for University of West Florida President

August 22, 2025

UWF begins presidential search, announces search committee

Message from the BOT Chair: Presidential Search Committee Formation

July 9, 2025

Incoming UWF Interim President Manny Diaz Jr. to begin Monday

May 27, 2025

Manny Diaz Jr. named interim University of West Florida president

May 20, 2025

A Legacy of Growth, Excellence and Innovation: UWF President Martha D. Saunders Announces Departure