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Gov. Crist shows his support for UWF athletics at rally

When the governor came to town last week, many University of West Florida Argonauts were there with a warm welcome. Last Thursday, fans, boosters and other supporters of UWF’s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics gathered at The Fish House for the 2010 Argo Rally. Full story

Students pleased with Argo Galley remodel

Students gathered at the University of West Florida’s Commons on Thursday for an ice cream social during the grand reopening of the Argo Galley. Over the summer break, UWF quickly remodeled the old galley. The remodeling started only a few months ago, but the steps to get there began a few years ago. Full story

Hip-hop artist’s upcoming album on hold because of publishing rights fiasco

Hip-hop saved his life, and now his fans are trying to save his album. Lupe Fiasco is arguably the most prolific and socially conscious hip-hop artist on the radio today, but the only problem is that his latest music isn’t getting any air time. Fiasco’s third major label album, “L. Full story

Steve Fell is the GSC Coach of the Decade

Head Coach Steve Fell is the blueprint behind the success of the University of West Florida men’s golf team. Fell, a UWF alumnus and a former member of the golf team, began his coaching career in 1995. In his journey of installing a competitive program, he has quickly built an impressive record that is being honored when he was named as the Gulf South Coach of the Decade. Full story

21 Argos recognized for academic performance

Student athletes who earned a GPA score of 3.5 or higher received the academic award

A group of 21 University of West Florida student athletes were chosen to be recipients of the 2009-10 Division II Athletic Directories Association Academic Award presented by WeatherPort. This award is presented to those at the Division II level who have strong academic accomplishments.

Throwing your mother’s advice over the bridge

I’m sure you remember being in middle school and wanting to participate in stupid, illegal or possibly dangerous activities with your friends. You would ask to go with them, and your mother’s response was always, “If your friends all jumped off of a bridge, would you do it too?” You always wondered why she was comparing sneaking into a rated R movie to flinging yourself off a bridge, but you just rolled your eyes, thought of some excuse and did it anyways.

‘Scott Pilgrim’ engages and realizes gamer world

“Scott Pilgrim vs. The World” is a lively blend of twenty-something romance, anime-esque fight scenes and comic book humor, sprinkled with cheesiness and a sweet Indie soundtrack. The film, adapted from the six-part graphic novel series by Bryan Lee O'Malley, tells the story of 23-year-old bassist Scott Pilgrim (Michael Cera) as he tries to win the heart of a girl (Mary Elizabeth Winstead).

Convocation marks start of fall semester

The University of West Florida officially kicked off the new semester with a convocation last Wednesday in the Center for Performing Arts’ largest theater. The major theme of the event was sticking to UWF’s values while seeking to grow in new directions.

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