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As your student adjusts to university
life, we know that as parents and family
members you too will experience
new challenges and milestones
with your student. The OFP would
like you to know that we offer our
support and expertise, and look
forward to being of service to you.
Welcome Message
from the President
At UWF, we recognize the importance
of partnering with parents and families
to promote student development and
success. To this end we are committed
to your family experiencing a smooth
transition into the University of West
Florida by ensuring the following:
On behalf of the University
of West Florida, I would
like to congratulate you on
your student’s success and
welcome you to the UWF
family. Over the next four
years, your son or daughter
will have many life-shaping
and rewarding experiences.
With your partnership, we
can make this time both
memorable and valuable
for you and your student.
We Welcome
You to the
Argo Family!
UWF provides many learning
opportunities for its Argonauts both
in and out of the classroom. These
opportunities are designed to
help them as they prepare for their
careers and life after the university.
This is also an important time of
change for parents and family.
During this exciting time, you may
face new feelings and challenges. I
encourage you to take advantage of
our Office of Family Programs to help
you through this time of transition. I also
hope you will take the time to review
this guide and participate in our Family
Orientation to help you learn about UWF.
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At the University of West Florida
student’s success is our top priority.
We are pleased to welcome your family
as part of the UWF family. Go Argos!
Sincerely,
Judith A. Bense, Ph.D.
President
University of West Florida
Welcome to the University of
West Florida (UWF), the home
of the Argonauts! On behalf
of the UWF community and
the Office of Family Programs
(OFP), we are pleased that
you are a part of the Argo
Family. UWF is a unique
and diverse community that
prides itself on providing
beneficial programs and
resources while establishing
strong relationships not just
with students, but also with
parents and family members.
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With events such as Explore
UWF, New Student and Family
Orientation, and Argo Arrival
events prior to the beginning of
fall classes, incoming freshman
and their families are exposed
to numerous resources and
services available to them.
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On-campus students will catch
the spirit of the Argo Community
during Freshman Move-in when
current UWF students and staff
readily and excitedly help students
move into their new residence
halls. In addition, during Freshman
Move-In Day, the OFP offers a
special relaxation room specifically
designed for parents and families
called the Stress Free Zone.
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Parents and family members
are kept informed through open
channels of communication with the
university through the OFP Family
Assistance Line (850) 474-2079,
or via e-mail at family@uwf.edu.
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The Argo Family Connection:
E-Family Newsletter is a monthly
electronic newsletter that is sent
out to all UWF Family Association
members. This newsletter will
keep you informed about what
is happening on the UWF
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campus, highlights university
departments and parent related
transitional resources.
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The Office of Family Programs will
also send emails throughout the
year with important university news
such as closings due to inclement
weather, safety, or updates.
Connecting you to the
rest of our Argo Family
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Again, we recognize that family
involvement plays a key role in the
success of our students. This is why
we strongly encourage all parents and
family members to sign up for the
Dues-Free UWF Family Association in
order to receive the most consistent and
up-to-date university information, and
volunteer opportunities. Your membership
ensures that you stay connected to
the University of West Florida!
The UWF Family Association is an
organization that provides information
and support to family members of
current UWF students. The Association
offers families a special connection
with one another and encourages
participation in the UWF community.
Membership is free and includes
numerous opportunities for UWF parents
and family members to get involved.
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As a member of the Argo Family,
you will receive a personal invitation
to join in on our traditional event,
Family Weekend.
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UWF parent and family members
also get an opportunity to
volunteer and assist with this
event, in addition to working
with a future Parent Council.
Family Association Volunteer
Opportunities
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Joining the future Parent and
Family Advisory Council that
will meet twice a year
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Staffing a table during the Office
of Undergraduate Admissions
open houses, Explore UWF!
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Talking with new family members at
a reception/luncheon during New
Student and Family Orientation
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Volunteering to assist and/or sitting
on a panel during Family Weekend
Family
Weekend
October 17-19, 2014
Family Weekend is open
to all family members of
current UWF students.
The third weekend in October is Family
Weekend. Mark your calendars for the
annual Family Weekend Festivities,
which also begins at the tail end of
our traditional Homecoming Events.
The UWF community welcomes
family members of all ages back
to campus for this university-wide
celebration to participate in a variety
of activities, educational sessions,
and social events that allows you the
opportunity to reconnect with your
student while enjoying the beautiful
fall weather in Pensacola, FL.
Tasha Talton, M.A.
Assistant Director of Student
Transition Programs and the
Office of Family Programs
Family Members are encouraged to take
full advantage of their time in the city
known as the, “Home of the Blue Angels
and White Sandy Beaches,” to experience
what life is like for your student. Please
visit the Family Weekend website for
additional information; registration
packets will be available in June.
To join the
University of West
Florida’s Family
Association
please visit
www.uwf.edu/family
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History and Tradition
The University of West Florida (UWF)
was founded in 1955 when the Florida
Legislature authorized the State Board
of Education to locate a state university
in Escambia County and Governor
Bryant secured 2.5 million dollars for
its inception. This decision made UWF
the sixth state institution in the State
University System of Florida. Ground was
broken on April 16, 1965, and the first
classes were held at Town and Country
Plaza and Pensacola Junior College in
1965. Classes were held for the first time
on the main campus in 1967, and from
1967 to 1983, UWF was structured as an
upper division university, enrolling only
third and fourth year students. In the fall of
1983 UWF enrolled its first freshman class.
The UWF main campus is located on a
1600-acre nature preserve sprinkled with
nature trails and wildlife. In addition to the
main campus, there is an Emerald Coast,
Downtown Pensacola and Online Campus.
UWF’s Mascot:
The Argonaut
In October 1967, students at the newly
opened University of West Florida voted
to select the institution’s mascot. Would
competitors in the athletic arenas be
known as the Seahawks, the Mariners,
the Marlins or the Argonauts? Perhaps
the students just liked the sound of
the name, or perhaps they were wiser
than their years, for the outcome gave
birth to a prophecy that will define UWF
forever. Their choice was the legendary
Argonauts, the courageous Greek
sailors who ventured across treacherous
seas in search of the Golden Fleece.
Remarkably, the history of UWF’s athletic
program has paralleled the story of
those noble, ancient mariners. The
journey is inspired and symbolic, like
that of our namesake. The saga of the
Argonaut is a voyage of excellence.
Alma Mater
Where learning’s light
sends forth its beams
Through darkness of our youth,
There you, West Florida,
home of dreams
Prepare the way of truth.
You guide us toward tomorrow’s shore
With knowledge of our past;
Your power in us rests secure
And evermore will last.
Alma Mater
Text by: Dr. Mike Yots
Music by: Dr. Lynne Lauderdale
July 1989
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Your stately mansions were our home
Where minds and hearts are free;
And though we may far from you roam,
We’ll always honor thee.
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UWF Student
Support
Services
First Year Advising Center
uwf.edu/advising
The First Year Advising Center assists
new freshmen and first-time-in-college
students in selecting majors and courses
that satisfy the University of West
Florida’s General Studies curriculum
as well as their major requirements.
As an entering freshman, students will see
an academic advisor during Orientation
who will assist them in registering for their
first semester courses. After orientation,
students will be assigned an academic
advisor with whom they will meet every
semester until they transition to one of
the Colleges at UWF to complete their
coursework in their selected major.
Family Education Rights and
Privacy Act (FERPA)
uwf.edu/registrar/ferpaParents.cfm
The “Family Educational Rights and
Privacy Act of 1974” (FERPA) is the
U.S. federal law that provides students
the right to have some control over
the disclosure of information from
their educational records. Student
educational records include academic,
financial and disciplinary records.
In order for anyone other than the
student to review academic or financial
records, a Release of Student Info Form
is required. This applies to requests
made in the Offices of Financial Aid,
Financial Services and the Registrar.
Students who have requested privacy will
not have information released without
written permission from the student.
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FERPA may allow disclosure to a parent
without written consent for a dependent
student defined by current federal tax
regulations. For additional information,
visit the email address listed above.
Financial Aid
uwf.edu/finaid
The Financial Aid Office works with
students to award federal, state, and
institutional funds to help pay for college
expenses. The Financial Aid Office
is located in Building 18. All students
are encouraged to apply annually for
financial aid. Detailed information and
the application process are available
on the UWF Financial Aid website.
Applying early each year is encouraged.
Financial Services
uwf.edu/financial/studentservices.cfm
Cashier’s Office
Tuition and related fees, housing and
mandatory meal plans may be paid online
using your checking or savings account
through MyUWF. An echeck payment
results in an electronic debit of your
bank account. There is no additional
fee assessed by the University for an
echeck payment. If your payment is
returned as unpaid by your bank for
any reason, your student account will
be assessed a returned item fee.
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Nautilus Card
uwf.edu/idcard
The Nautilus Card is your student’s
official identification card and serves as
a library card, access card, meal plan
card and a declining balance card. Funds
may be deposited to the Nautilus Card
and used to make purchases at the UWF
Bookstore, Dining Services, the Commons
Info Desk, Postal Services, Printing
Kiosks, the Health & Wellness Center
and various vending machines, laundry
facilities and copy machines. Students
may also use the card to pay fees or fines
at the Cashier’s Office. Deposits may
be made at the Cashier’s Office, via the
student’s myUWF account or at one of
the automatic deposit machines (ADMs)
conveniently located around campus.
Excess financial aid funds may be placed
Credit cards and debit cards may also be
used to make payments online through
MyUWF. The University works with an
external vendor, CashNet, to process
payments. The service is available 24
hours a day, 7 days a week. In order to
provide the convenience of an online
payment portal, a convenience fee of
2.75% will be charged. This fee will be
added to the total payment and is nonrefundable. The convenience fee of 2.75%
will be displayed prior to completion
of the transaction. The completion
of the transaction acknowledges
acceptance of these payment terms.
Account Payment Information
A parent portal will be available for online
payments through CashNet. Student
authorization is required. Payments by
cash, check, money order or traveler’s
checks only may be made in person at
the Cashiers office for tuition and fees,
housing, and mandatory meal plans.
UWF does not mail statements. Account
Balance information and due dates
are available on the student’s MyUWF
account. A $100 non-refundable late fee
will be assessed for late payments.
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on the Nautilus Card after all tuition and
fees have been paid. Account information,
both financial and access, may be viewed
online via the student’s myUWF account.
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Argo Bucks — Flexible dollars
that come with a meal or block
plan. Argo Bucks are accepted
like cash in all dining locations
and expire at the end of each
semester. If your student’s Argo
Bucks run low, you may add
additional dollars to their Nautilus
Card declining balance account.
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UWF ID — A unique identification
number assigned by the
University to every student. The
9 larger digits on the front of your
student’s Nautilus Card.
Voluntary meal plans and parking
permits will be available for purchase
through MyUWF. Please refer to
Parking Services and the Nautilus
Card office for more information.
Florida Prepaid is automatically billed
unless student notifies Cashiers office
in writing. Florida Prepaid plans do not
pay all mandatory fees. The amount paid
depends on the type of plan purchased.
Student Account Information
Bookstore deferments up to
$800 are available for students
with excess financial aid. Eligible
students will be notified by email.
The Tuition Loan Payment Plan and
Short Term Loans are available
through student’s MYUWF.
All degree seeking students receive
an inactive Higher One card upon
registration. Refunds, including financial
aid refunds, are sent to Higher One.
Students log in to uwfdebitcard.com
and choose to have their funds sent
via ACH to an existing bank account
or activate the Higher One Debit
Master Card. More information can be
found at www.uwfdebitcard.com.
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Division of
Academic Affairs
uwf.edu/academic
Our Vision: UWF aspires to greatness by empowering each
individual with knowledge, skills and opportunity to contribute
responsibly and creatively to a complex world and by fulfilling its
promise as the intellectual center of Northwest Florida.
College of Business
College of Arts and Sciences
uwf.edu/cas
The College of Arts and Sciences
(CAS) houses the Departments of
Environmental Studies, Mathematics &
Statistics, Chemistry, Philosophy, History,
Government, English & World Languages
and Communication Arts as well as the
Division of Anthropology and Archaeology
(Florida Public Archaeology Network),
Fine and Performing Arts (Music, Art,
Theatre), Biology, Clinical Laboratory
Sciences, Nursing, Public Health,
Psychology, Computer Science, Electrical
& Computer Engineering, and Physics.
In addition, the Honors Program and
University General Studies curriculum are
part of CAS and most general education
courses are taught in CAS departments.
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“UWF provides many learning
opportunities for its Argonauts
both in and out of the classroom.
These opportunities are designed to
help them as they prepare for their
careers and life after the university.”
– Judith A. Bense, Ph.D.
President
uwf.edu/cob
The College of Business (COB) is
comprised of three departments:
Accounting and Finance, Management
and Management Information Systems
and Marketing and Economics, and offers
a total of seven undergraduate majors. All
COB programs are accredited by AACSB
International - The Association to Advance
Collegiate Schools of Business. Fewer
than 4.7% of business schools worldwide
have earned this symbol of the highest
standard in management education.
College of Professional Studies
uwf.edu/cops
The College of Professional Studies
(COPS) is comprised of the Departments
of Teacher Education and Educational
Leadership; Criminal Justice; Social
Work; Health, Leisure, and Exercise
Science; Applied Science, Technology
and Administration; Research and
Advanced Studies; and Instructional
and Performance Technology. Through
innovative curriculum and challenging
courses taught by high quality faculty
and experienced practitioners,
COPS provides our students with the
foundation for a successful career.
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Division of
Student Affairs
To respond to the changing role of case
management in higher education, the
University of West Florida has put in
place a means to effectively address
concerns and a process by which
problems can be solved or addressed. The
case management director serves as a
centralized point of response and contact
for students and the campus community.
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Our Vision: The Division of
Student Affairs is filled with
student-centered educators
and servant leaders who
meet the comprehensive
needs of students at UWF.
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Athletics
GoArgos.com
UWF has one of the premier athletic
programs in all of NCAA Division II and
boasts seven national championships and
over 70 conference championships. UWF
sponsors 14 varsity athletic teams that
compete in the Gulf South Conference,
New South Intercollegiate Swimming and
Diving Conference, and NCAA Division
II. The Argonaut men’s teams compete in
baseball, basketball, cross country, golf,
soccer and tennis; while UWF sponsors
women’s sports in basketball, cross
country, golf, soccer, softball, swimming
and diving, tennis and volleyball.
Argo Pantry - The Office of Case
Management Services also runs
the newly opened Argo Pantry. The
purpose of the Argo Pantry is to
provide healthy food to currently
enrolled UWF students who are
in need of emergency assistance.
Our mission is to establish and
sustain a campus food pantry that
will fulfill the basic requirements
of students who are in need.
Ombudsperson - The University’s
Ombudsman serves as a resource
and designated neutral party for
those who may have a collegerelated concern or grievance. The
ombudsperson identifies options
and strategies for resolution and
provides contact with appropriate
college resources or serving as a
mediator, among other roles. The
ombuds also assists in surfacing
issues to formal resolution channels.
When an individual is unable or
unwilling to surface a concern
directly, the ombudsman can assist
by helping give voice to the concern
and /or creating an awareness
of the issue among appropriate
decision-makers in the organization.
Student Disability Resource Center
www.uwf.edu/sdrc
The University of West Florida Student
Disability Resource Center (SDRC) is
designed to foster an environment that
promotes disability awareness, and
builds collaborations that provide
educational access for UWF students
with disabilities. The SDRC helps
ensure that appropriate academic and
nonacademic accommodations related
to the student’s disabilities are provided.
Office of Student Transition Programs
uwf.edu/transitionprograms
The Department of Student Transition
Programs is home to New Student and
Family Orientation, Argo Camp (extended
orientation), Argo Link (new student
connection program) and the Office of
Family Programs. The department strives
to ease the transition for students and
their families in, through and out of UWF.
Dean of Students
uwf.edu/deanofstudents
The Dean of Students Office (DOS) serves
as an important resource for students,
families, administration, and our faculty
colleagues. The DOS provides support
to students and families with personal
or University concerns, facilitates
educational opportunities for students
to develop appropriate community
behaviors and personal values, and
offers assistance in navigating the
administrative processes of the University.
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Office of Case Management Services
Case Management Services is designed
to respond to student issues and concerns
both inside the classroom and beyond.
Each student’s case differs and can
range from a simple email to instructors
to inform them of a student’s illness to
interventions that are far more severe.
The goal of case management is to
help retain the student by providing
relevant guidance on various issues.
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public-use piano, and more! It is the
perfect place to meet other students
when you first come to campus!
In addition to providing high quality
facilities and programming support to
all members of the campus community,
University Commons & Student
Involvement engages students in
Fraternity and Sorority life, student
organization membership, leadership
development experiences, community
service, and amazing campus events.
Fraternity & Sorority Life
uwf.edu/fsl
Membership in a fraternity or sorority is
one of the most significant experiences
for a college student and Fraternity
& Sorority Life at UWF will definitely
by an experience that students will
never forget! Being a member of a
fraternal organization at UWF means
being part of an involved, motivated,
Office of Student Rights
and Responsibilities
uwf.edu/osrr
The Office of Student Rights and
Responsibilities (OSRR) is the primary
office where student conduct issues
are resolved. The University provides a
process for addressing and adjudicating
incidents of non-academic student
misconduct. To that end, the OSRR seeks
to enhance the educational mission of
the University by promoting an educated,
caring, fair and disciplined community.
Student Government Association
uwf.edu/sga
The Student Government Association
(SGA) acts as the voice of the students
and actively works to enhance the student
experience here at the University of
West Florida. SGA makes it their duty
to communicate student needs to the
universities administration and the local,
state and federal government. SGA also
provides students with the opportunity
to participate in the decision-making
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passionate and caring community.
It means brotherhood or sisterhood,
scholarship, philanthropy and service,
leadership and so much more. Check
us out on all social media with
facebook.com/UWFFSL.
Career Services
uwf.edu/career
Career Services is focused on providing
students with the tools they need to
obtain career-related knowledge and
experience while in school. Career
advisors assist students with major/
career exploration, resume and cover
letter writing, interviewing skills, job
shadowing, internships, job search
strategies and much more. JasonQuest,
the Career Services online database,
is an excellent resource for students as
it houses part-time jobs, full-time jobs,
volunteer opportunities, career events
and more which can be accessed through
the student’s my.uwf.edu account.
processes of the University. They do so by
initiating action on behalf of the student
body and by ensuring there is adequate
student representation on various
University committees. In addition, SGA
members are available to hear student’s
suggestions about ways to improve UWF.
University Commons &
Student Involvement
uwf.edu/ucommons
Welcome to the University Commons
& Student Involvement department.
Our staff likes to refer to the Commons
as the “University Living Room” due to
the relaxed atmosphere and constant
level of activity. Our facilities, programs,
and events are designed to encourage
students to become engaged in campus
life at UWF. The Commons Service Desk
is a one-stop location for tickets to
campus events, access to special offers
for UWF students, games and other
equipment rentals perfect for that break
between classes. The Commons features
pool tables, table tennis, a gaming area,
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Counseling and Psychological Services
Health Center
uwf.edu/counselingservices
Counseling & Psychological Services
(CAPS) offers counseling and therapy
to help students address ways in which
they can more effectively manage, cope
and grow with the stress associated
with school and life. The primary goal of
counseling is to help students develop
the personal awareness and skills
necessary to overcome problems and
to develop in ways that will allow them
to take advantage of the educational
opportunities at the university. CAPS
offer individual therapy, couples therapy,
group therapy, biofeedback, and
psycho-educational workshops. The
department of Psychiatric Services is
also housed within the CAPS office.
uwf.edu/healthcenter
UWF Student Health Services provides
basic primary care to all currently
enrolled students on an appointmentonly basis. The health fee covers the
cost of the visit while laboratory testing,
vaccines, and certain procedures are
offered at low negotiated rates.
Housing and Residence Life
uwf.edu/housing
The Department of Housing and
Residence Life provides safe, welcoming
and affordable on-campus living for
students. Returning students serve as
Resident Assistants to build community
and assist residents in creating a positive
and academically supportive environment.
Housing options for first-time students
include the Southside Communities, Argo,
Martin, Pace and Heritage Hall. Southside
is home to several themed communities,
such as: Global Living, ROTC, Outdoor
Experience, Argos Give Back, Argie Spirit,
and Fine and Performing Arts. Martin Hall
houses first-year students in the Delphi
first-year experience living-learning
community. Students who are a part of
the Honors Program reside in Pace Hall.
Housing is available to students during
their entire college career at UWF.
After the first year, students can take
advantage of living in Heritage Hall,
Presidents Hall and the University Village
Apartments. Presidents Hall is home
to Oracle, our second-year experience
living-learning community. Returning
residents will have priority to choose
where they want to live in the years
following. Living on campus is a great
addition to your college experience.
Recreation and Sports Services
uwf.edu/recreation
Recreation and Sports Services offers
programming in Aquatics, Facility
Operations, Fitness/Wellness, Intramural
Sports, Outdoor Adventures, and Sport
Clubs and manages the area known as
University Park. Recreation also oversees
a 108,000 square foot Health, Leisure and
Sports (HLS) Facility that includes a 10,000
square-foot multilevel Fitness Center, an
indoor track, basketball, volleyball and
badminton courts, group fitness studios,
and a 36-foot high climbing wall.
Services offered include massage therapy,
personal training, fitness assessments,
group fitness classes, open recreation
and a variety of informational sessions
throughout the year. The Aquatic Center
houses an Olympic-sized heated pool,
whirlpool, and dry sauna. Outdoor facilities
include tennis courts, an 18-hole disc
golf course, a sand volleyball court and
several basketball and racquetball courts.
Outdoor Adventures coordinates various
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canoeing, camping, and climbing road
trips throughout the semester. Intramural
Sports offers students the chance to
participate in an assortment of competitive
sports from flag football to soccer.
Nature Preserve
uwf.edu/recreation/Facilities/
TrailMaps.cfm
UWF’s main campus is located on 1600
acres of nature preserve which is home
to a variety of diverse and challenging
trails often enjoyed by running, walking,
hiking, cycling, geo-cache and equestrian
enthusiasts. A half-mile boardwalk, known
as the Edward Ball Nature Preserve Trail,
is also located on the main campus and is
home to mammals, birds, fish and reptiles,
including an occasional American alligator.
University Police
uwf.edu/uwfpolice
The Police Department provides a full
range of public safety services to the
university community and its guest’s
24-hours a day, seven days a week,
year-round. UWF police officers are
certified state officers through the
Florida Department of Law Enforcement,
Division of Criminal Justice Standards
and Training. UWF is committed to
providing a safe campus environment.
Each of us has a personal responsibility
for our own safety. Working together,
we can keep the UWF Campuses
among the safest in the nation.
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Listings
AFS
Academic Foundations Seminar is a three
credit hour course offered for first-time
in college students to give them insight
into different programs and opportunities
UWF has to offer and to help ease
their transition into University life.
Argo Air
UWF’s wireless network system.
Argo Alert
A messaging system the University of
West Florida utilizes to inform faculty,
staff and students when a situation of
imminent danger arises and requires a call
for action. Argo Alerts can be received
via text message or e-mail. When an
Argo Alert is sent, please take immediate
action in obtaining safety & shelter.
Argo Camp
Argo Arrival
Argo Galley
An annual tradition that serves as the
official kick-off of the academic school
year at the University of West Florida.
It fosters school spirit for both new
and returning students with weeklong events, activities, fun and food!
Sports grill themed restaurant located
in the University Commons that offers
continental breakfast, lunch and
dinner. The Galley is the place to be
with great food and fun events!
Argo Bucks
Flexible dollars that come with each
meal plan. They expire at the end of
each semester and are accepted like
cash in all dining locations. If your
student’s Argo Bucks run low, you
may add additional dollars to their
Nautilus Card “Food Account.”
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An optional three-day, two-night
retreat for incoming freshmen, which
takes place the week before classes
begin in August. Argo Camp provides
guidance and helps campers navigate
the social and emotional changes that
will occur in their transition to UWF.
Argo Link-Commuter
A program for commuter freshmen (but
open to all freshman students) that is
designed to encourage involvement
on campus. First-time in college
commuter students will be invited to
attend Argo Link events, as well as, on
campus events. Not only will commuter
students receive give-away prizes for
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their participation and attendance, but
also they will have the opportunity to
connect with faculty, staff and other
commuter students involved on campus.
Argo PALs
Peer Assistant Leaders who work with
the Delphi Living-Learning Community
in Martin Hall and help first-year
students adjust academically to UWF.
Argo Pulse
The lifeline for involvement at UWF. This
website, located at http://argopulse.
uwf.edu, provides access to students
to keep updated on the most current
information on student involvement
and student organizations.
Argonaut (Argo)
Inspired by Greek mythology, the
legendary Jason and the Argonauts
embarked on a long, perilous voyage to
capture and bring home a golden fleece.
This voyage symbolizes the journey of
excellence embarked upon by each and
every one of our students — to capture
and bring home their college education.
We call the big, beautiful lawn areas at the
center of campus “The Cannon Greens.”
Look for campus events to be held here
throughout the year, including Exam Jam
(before “finals week”) where students can
enjoy food and music. Look for outdoor
movies throughout the year as well.
Central Time Zone
Well, we figure you already knew
there was such a thing, but we are
sure you didn’t know we were IN IT.
CFPA
The Center for Fine and Performing
Arts is home to the Art, Music
and Theatre Departments.
Colonial Archaeological Trail
A trail that traces key elements of
Pensacola history. You’ll find the
starting marker in the Plaza Ferdinand
VII in Historic Pensacola Village.
Colors
A general purpose facility located in the
University Commons that is suitable for a
variety of activities including comedians
and other performances, luncheons,
banquets, exhibits and receptions.
Building=Numbers &
Students=Names
We’ll just say that UWF is a place where
the buildings have numbers and the
students have names. It’s a U-dub thing.
CAB
The Campus Activity Board is a
student-run organization dedicated to
programming the best in entertainment
for students, faculty and staff.
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Drop/Add Week
The first week of the semester,
during which students can drop and
add classes without penalty.
Blue and Green
Commons
Auditorium
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Cannon Greens
Often referred to as the University living
room, the University Commons houses
facilities, services, and events designed
to help students become engaged in
campus life. The Nautilus Market, Argo
Galley, University Bookstore and Post
Office are also located in the Commons.
Common Read
A book selected for the entire freshmen
class to read that is distributed
at New Student Orientation.
Delphi
The first-year experience livinglearning community located in Martin
Hall is designed to create a strong
link between students’ lives in the
residence hall and their learning
experiences in the classroom.
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eLearning
UWF’s online courses are made available
through eLearning, which is hosted by
Desire2Learn, one of the leaders in
the online learning field. eLearning is
widely used by UWF instructors to hold
fully online courses and to supplement
traditional courses with online content.
Exam Jam
An event, held before “finals week,”
with food, activities and the chance to
relax. Hosted by the Campus Activity
Board and held before “finals week,”
this event offers free food, activities
and the change to relax. Learn more
about our other campus activities.
Great Hall
A public use space in the University
Commons that is available for special
events, activities or everyday use.
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Higher One Debit Card
Japan House
MyUWF
Oracle Resource Coaches
Each registered, degree-seeking
student will receive a Higher One debit
card. Students may chose to have their
financial aid disbursements and other
university refunds deposited directly to
their Higher One account. Students are
able to use their Higher One debit card
anywhere MasterCard is accepted.
A symbol of the University’s commitment
to international education and friendship
among people from all over the world.
Established in 2004, the Japan House
is located at the main entrance to
campus and is the premier center
for Japanese culture and education
in the Northwest Florida region.
The website, or web portal, that contains
all of the information and online services
students need to be an active member
of the UWF community. Students can
use MyUWF to register for classes,
access eLearning, check grades,
search the library, view their account
balance, pay fees and manage email.
Oracle Resource Coaches work with the
Oracle Living-Learning Community in
Presidents Hall and help second-year
students adjust academically to UWF.
Holodeck
Learning Center
Nautilus Market
The virtual-reality, 3-D visualization lab
housed inside the School of Science
and Engineering Building (Building 4).
Free academic support services and
tutorial assistance in all subject areas
offered at UWF. The Learning Center
is located in building 52, room 151.
UWF’s all-you-care-to-eat and meal/
block plan dining facility located
in the University Commons.
Building 79, ITS Computer Lab
Formerly known as the SAIL Lab, the
Building 79, ITS Computer Lab is located
in Building 79/171 and is a general purpose
computer lab for students that houses
approximately 100 computers as well
as printing and copying capabilities.
MathStat Lab
Free tutorial assistance in several
mathematics and statistics courses
provided by the Department of
Mathematics and Statistics and
located in building 4, room 302.
Nautilus Shell
In 1967 the Nautilus shell was emblazoned
on the University’s first insignia. Harold
Bryan Crosby, UWF’s first President,
fostered the University’s guiding principles
of growth through education as embodied
in the symbol of the Nautilus Shell.
Oak Grove
A wooded outdoor setting behind the
Olympic sized Aquatic Center that
groups use for events. It includes a
covered pavilion with power and water,
as well as a fire pit with benches.
Off-Campus Student Services
A resource that offers students a userfriendly, searchable database to help
find off-campus housing in the greater
Pensacola area. The site, located at
http://offcampushousing.uwf.edu, includes
properties for rent and sale, as well as
message boards to find roommates, buy
and sell furniture, and other features.
Oracle
The second-year experience livinglearning community located in
President’s Hall is designed to create
a strong link between students’ lives
in the residence hall and their learning
experiences in the classroom.
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Sky Lab
A new learning and technology center
in the campus library. It’s a mustsee. Really, check it out! Located on
the fifth floor of the Library, this area
is provided as a general-purpose
computer lab for students.
TAG
The Art Gallery in the Center for
Fine and Performing Arts.
The Voyager
UWF’s student-run, award winning
school newspaper. The Voyager has
been the voice of UWF students,
faculty and staff since 1968.
U-Dub Life
Discover what #udublife is really like
by selecting interests below to create
your own, personalized #udublife.
UWF ID (Nautilus Card)
A unique identification number assigned
by the University to every student.
UWF Notice
A messaging system the University of
West Florida utilizes to inform faculty,
staff and students when a less severe
situation arises on campus. UWF Notice
is typically distributed via email. When
a UWF Notice is sent, please be sure
to take note of the campus situation for
future safety & precautionary measures.
WUWF
Bark, bark, whoof, whoof! It’s our
on-campus radio and TV station.
Writing Lab
Services include paper reading/critiquing
and tutoring in grammar, mechanics and
sentence structure. The Lab is located in
building 51, room 157 and is open to both
on-campus and online students at UWF.
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RESOURCES
Academic Calendar
Campus Map
Scan this QR code on
your smartphone to
view the campus map.
http://uwf.edu/maps/online/
Fall Semester 2014
August 25
First day of classes
September 1
Labor Day- no class
October 17-19
Family Weekend (at the tail end of Homecoming Week)
November 11
Veteran’s Day- no class
November 27-29
Thanksgiving- no class
December 5
December 8-13
December 13
Last day of classes
Final Exams
Commencement*
Spring Semester 2015
January 6
First day of classes
January 19
Martin Luther King Jr. Day – no class
March 9-13
Spring Break – no classes
April 24
April 27-May 2
May 2
Last day of classes
Final Exams
Commencement*
*Dates are subject to be changed
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UWF Area Resources
Helpful
Contact
Information
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Places to Stay
Comfort Inn‚ Davis
Hwy- Pensacola
8080 N. Davis Hwy.
Pensacola, FL 32514
(850) 484-8070
www.ComfortInnPensacola.com
Please see ad on p. 9.
All numbers have an 850 area code
Admissions
474-2230
Advising
474-3170
Alumni Relations
474-2758
Athletics
474-3003
Bookstore
474-2150
Career Services
474-2254
Cashier’s Office
474-3110
College Deans
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(850) 932-9314
www.highpointe.com
Please see ad on back cover.
Holiday Inn, Pensacola
7813 N. Davis Hwy.
Pensacola, FL 32514
(850) 472-1400
www.holidayinnpns.com
Please see ad on p. 29.
Additional Services
Pen Air Federal Credit Union
Writing
474-2029
Library
474-2424
Nautilus Card
474-3324
New Student and
Family Orientation
473-7229
Arts & Sciences
474-2688
Office of Family Programs
474-7229
Business
474-2348
847-6406
Professional Studies
474-2769
Parking and
Transportation
Center for Fine &
Performing Arts
857-6285
Police
474-2415
Post Office
474-2436
Counseling &
Wellness Services
474-2420
Recreation
474-2586
Registrar
474-2244
Dean of Students
474-2384
474-3198
Student Activities/
Commons
474-2406
Dining Services
Family Assistance Line
474-2079
474-2387
Financial Aid
474-2400
Student Disability
Resource Center
Greek Affairs
474-2389
474-2694
Health Center
474-2172
Student Employment
(OPS)
Honors Program
474-2934
Student Government
Association
474-2393
Housing & Residence Life
474-2463
Student Transition
Programs
474-7229
Information Technology
Service Help Desk
474-2075
Testing
473-7340
International Center
474-2479
Veteran Services
474-2550
474-2276
Vice President of
Student Affairs
474-2214
Math
Learning Center
474-3176
Welcome Center
Labs
Highpointe Hotels
1495 E. Nine Mile Rd.
Pensacola, FL 32514
(850) 505-3200
www.penair.org
Please see ad on inside front cover.
UniversityParent E-News
www.UniversityParent.com
Please see ad on p. 19.
Where to Eat
Geno’s Italian Restaurant
9276 N. Davis Hwy.
Pensacola, FL 32514
(850) 477-2365
www.genosrestaurant.com
Grover’s Fingers & Wings
Nick’s Boathouse
9418 N. Davis Hwy.
Pensacola, FL 32514
(850) 477-7172
fingersandwings.com
455 W. Main St.
Pensacola, FL 32502
(850) 912-8775
nicksboathouse.com
Dreamland Skate Center
Pensacola Museum of Art
What to See & Do
Bout Time Charters
2820 Logan Dr.
Pensacola, FL 32503
(850) 380-1671
bouttimecharters.net
2607 E. Olive Rd.
Pensacola, FL 32514
(850) 478-3994
myskatecenter.com
407 S. Jefferson St.
Pensacola, FL 32502
(850) 432-6247
pensacolamuseumofart.org
Places to Live
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UniversityParent at (855) 947-4296 or
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Department of Housing
and Residence Life
(850) 474-2463
housing@uwf.edu
uwf.edu/housing
Please see ad on p. 23.
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