Encouraging an Engaged College Community
Student and Community Oriented Programs
Arnie Hart Juried Student Exhibition
The Arnie Hart Juried Student Exhibition is held annually in spring semester. Each year the finest student works are juried by an art professional for the Arnie Hart show, and this year’s field of applicants promises a competitive selection process and an exciting exhibition in the McIlroy Gallery. This past year more than 140 entrants showcased work in drawing, painting, pottery and 3-D genres. Some of these students earned awards and were selected for inclusion in the art section of the college literary journal The Blackwater Review.
Arnie Hart Submission Forms & Guidance
Blackwater Review: A Journal of Literature Art
Blackwater Review aims to encourage student writing, student art, and intellectual and creative life at Northwest Florida State College by providing a showcase for meritorious work. Blackwater Review is published annually at Northwest Florida State College and is funded by the college. Students interested in submitting their work can do so by visiting the Blackwater Review submission page for guidelines. Blackwater Review can be purchased at the Barnes and Noble campus bookstore.
Mary Lou O’Connor Child Development and Education Center
Providing quality care and education for children ages 2 years, 6 months – 5 years, NWF State College’s Mary Lou O’Connor Child Development and Education Center offers parents who are students, staff, and faculty (and community members on a space available basis) comprehensive and accessible care for their children. The center, open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. is accredited by the NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) and provides a perfect training site for early childhood education students.
Math Bowl
For more than 30 years, the Mathematics department has hosted the regional Math Bowl competition for high school students throughout the Florida Panhandle. The mission of the Math Bowl is to provide a rewarding opportunity for High School students to develop their mathematical competency and to show their skills in critical thinking, problem solving, and teamwork as they compete against students from schools of comparable size in a refereed scholastic forum.
NWF Reads
NWF Reads is a popular community event that invites students and the public alike to a week long series of reading events. From book readings, to guest author Q&A’s, to fun contests, this event features a variety ways for you to enjoy.
Visit the NWF Reads page to see the schedule of events.
Science Seminars
The Science Department hosts Science Fridays, a monthly seminar series open to the public. The series covers a range of science topics and is scheduled for the third Friday of every month, from 11:00am – 12:00pm in room S-110 on the Niceville Campus. We wish to encourage communication between our own science faculty and the community — particularly local high school and NWF State College students. For more information, please call (850) 729-5376, or email [email protected].
Student Life
Student Life promotes NWF State College’s vision by engaging students socially and providing opportunities for learning, leadership, service, and fun. This campus program encompasses all student activities, including the Student Government Association and student clubs and organizations.