The semester, explained for University of West Florida
Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
Relevant term
Fall 2026 Part of Term 2
Campus terms
13
Local details
12
Academic calendar
Fall 2026 Part of Term 2 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 10, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.
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13 terms
Showing 13 of 13 terms
A
Argo
Short for Argonaut, the official mascot and the term used to describe any UWF student.
Argo Hall
Commonly referred to simply as 'Argo', one of the traditional residence halls.
C
CAB
Campus Activity Board, the student-led group responsible for planning major campus events.
F
FSL
Fraternity and Sorority Life, overseeing the Greek letter organizations on campus.
H
Heritage
Shorthand for Heritage Hall, a suite-style residence hall.
I
ISO
International Student Organization, supporting and representing international students.
P
Presidents
Shorthand for Presidents Hall, a suite-style residence hall.
S
SGA
Student Government Association, the representative body for the student voice.
T
The Cannon
Refers to the ceremonial firing of a cannon during home football games, a major campus tradition.
The Commons
Refers to the University Commons (Building 22), the central hub for most campus dining options.
The Galley
The Argo Galley, a food court located in the University Commons featuring various retail brands.
The Market
The Nautilus Market, the primary all-you-care-to-eat dining hall on campus.
The Village
Collective name for the Village West and Village East student apartment complexes.
Places and practicalities
Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.
12 details
Building 13
The John C. Pace Library, the main academic research facility.
Building 22
The University Commons, containing dining, the bookstore, and student org offices.
Building 4
The Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering building.
Building 72
The Health and Wellness Center, housing medical and counseling services.
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Chick-fil-A
MyUWF
The central web portal used by students to access grades, registration, and financial aid.
Nautilus Card
The official multi-purpose student ID card used for building access, meal plans, and printing.
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Nautilus Market
Navigate
The mobile app and platform used for scheduling academic advising and tracking degree progress.
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P.O.D. (Provisions on Demand)
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Pace Library Coffee House
Trolley
The campus shuttle system that provides transportation around the Pensacola main campus.
Quick answers
Useful facts students can verify from the guide above.
What academic term is relevant now?
Fall 2026 Part of Term 2 runs Aug 17, 2026 – Oct 10, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
13 approved campus terms and 12 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.
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Argonettes Dance Team
The official dance team for the University of West Florida, performing at football and basketball games, as well as community events.
Tryout required
Argopellaz
UWF's premiere co-ed a cappella group, performing a variety of genres at campus and community events.
Tryout required
Cybersecurity Club
A club for students interested in cybersecurity, participating in competitions, workshops, and professional networking.
Open to all
Esports Club
An organized club for competitive video gaming, competing in titles like Valorant, Overwatch, and Super Smash Bros Ultimate.
Open to all
Interfraternity Council (IFC)
The governing body for the North American Interfraternity Conference fraternities at the University of West Florida.
Invite only
Men's Rugby Club
A competitive rugby team that competes against other universities.
Tryout required
Model United Nations
A club for students interested in international relations and diplomacy, participating in simulated UN conferences.
Open to all
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Argo Arrival
UWF's official welcome season for new and returning students at the beginning of the fall semester, featuring dozens of events to help students connect to campus.
Drop in any time
Founders Week
Honors the anniversary of the University's groundbreaking on April 16, 1965. A time for Argos to share school spirit and give back through events like Day of Giving and Day of Service.
Drop in any time
Homecoming
A week-long celebration of Argo spirit each fall, featuring events like cardboard boat races, Colchis, the Golden Fleece challenge, and the Homecoming football game.
Drop in any time
Campus rituals
Argo Walk
Before every home football game, players, cheerleaders, band members, and fans participate in the Argo Walk to wish the athletes luck.
Drop in any time
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Life in Pensacola for University of West Florida Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Pensacola.
Timezone
Central Time (CT)
Median Rent
$1,300
Cost of Living Index
94
Student Population
25,000
City Transportation
Walkability
55
Bikeability
50
Public Transit
Escambia County Area Transit (ECAT) bus system
Nearest Airports
Pensacola International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid subtropical
Avg Annual Temp
69°F
Avg Snowfall
0.2 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Parking and Transit
Lot H
surface_lot • Fills up by 8:30 AM
Designated for Commuters and Visitors; high traffic.
Lot K
surface_lot • Fills up by 8:00 AM
Designated for Commuters, Visitors, and Faculty/Staff.
Lot Z
surface_lot • Plentiful
Designated for Commuters and Residents; typically has open spots.
The College of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities announced the fall lineup for the Gulf Coast Culture Series, exploring themes of social change and conflict.
UWF student Trista Bennett has been awarded a Florida Gubernatorial Fellowship for the 2026-27 academic year, allowing her to work directly with state departments in Tallahassee.