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Student Success

Your Launchpad to Academic Achievement

At Florida Poly, your success is our priority—from your first day of class to the moment you cross the graduation stage. The Student Success Center is your go-to resource for academic support, personalized coaching, and tools to help you thrive in and out of the classroom.

On your Canvas dashboard, visit the Student Success course. It’s a one-stop hub for tools, strategies, and support.

Innovation, Science, & Technology (IST) Building
IST Commons (south side)
4700 Research Way
Lakeland, FL 33805

Academic Coaching & Advising

From adjusting to college life to mastering time management, our Success Coaches offer personalized guidance to help you stay on track—academically and personally.

Meet Your Success Coaches

Your coaches are here to help you navigate Florida Poly and create a personalized path to success. Book an appointment today by emailing success@floridapoly.edu or scheduling a meeting directly with a Success Coach!

Angelica Correa
Academic Success Coach

acorrea@floridapoly.edu
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Dr. Lynn Marshall
Academic Success Coach

lmarshall@floridapoly.edu
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Nicole Ginn
Academic Success Coach

nginn@floridapoly.edu
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Alicia Swengros
Academic Success Coach

aswengros@floridapoly.edu
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Matthew Leader
Academic Success Coach

mleader@floridapoly.edu
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Nikki Jesse
Academic Success Coach

njessee@floridapoly.edu
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Noelia Sanchez
Academic Success Coach

nsanchez@floridapoly.edu
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Tutoring & Learning Center (TLC)

Sharpen your skills and gain confidence through free, peer tutoring and guided learning sessions!

New Location!  IST 1046
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday, 11:00am – 5:00pm

The TLC will be closed during Reading Days and Finals Week.

Knack – Free Tutoring

Knack is a free tutoring platform that connects you with Florida Poly students who’ve already excelled in your classes and can help you do the same. When you need faster support or late-night help, Knack also offers on-demand sessions with professional tutors available 24/7 for quick answers or subject-specific guidance—anytime, anywhere.

Interested in Becoming a Tutor? Tutoring is a great way to make extra money while at Florida Polytechnic University, build professional skills, and earn experience for your resume to help land a job after graduation! Learn More

Skills for Academic & Personal Success

College is more than just attending class—it’s about developing the habits and skills that help you succeed in every part of your academic journey. These tools and techniques are here to support your growth, reduce stress, and boost your confidence.

Want to learn how to learn better? These strategies help you go beyond memorization to truly understand and apply what you’re studying.

Adopt a proven, five-step approach to build effective study habits into your daily routine. Based on Teach Yourself How to Learn by Saundra McGuire.

Good notes make great studying easier. Learn how to capture key information during lectures and stay organized for success.

Putting things off? We all do it. Find out why procrastination happens and how to beat it with practical, easy-to-use tools.

Stress is a normal part of college life, but it doesn’t have to control you. Discover simple strategies to stay calm, focused, and balanced.

Veteran Student Support

Veterans bring valuable experience to the classroom, and we are proud to support student veterans as they transition from military to college life. The Student Success Center offers personalized coaching to help you stay focused, manage stress, and succeed academically.

Support includes help with:

Let us support your mission to earn a STEM degree. Connect with a Success Coach at success@floridapoly.edu.

Empowering You to Succeed—Every Step of the Way

At Florida Poly, your success is more than just a goal—it’s our mission. The Student Success Center is here to help you stay motivated, confident, and equipped with the tools you need to succeed from your first class to graduation day.

Whether you need one-on-one guidance, tutoring support, writing help, or strategies to improve how you learn, we’re ready to walk alongside you every step of the way. And if you’re not sure where to begin—just ask.

Innovation, Science, & Technology Building
4700 Research Way, Room 2093
Lakeland, FL 33805

Session Details

This session will demonstrate that practical risk management is for everyone, regardless of a formal program. Attendees will learn actionable and simple strategies that are easy to implement, enabling them to start immediately by focusing on their top risks to build greater operational resilience and ensure the sustained success of their auxiliary enterprises.

Presenter Profile

Michelle Powell serves as the pioneering Risk Manager at Florida Polytechnic University, the state’s sole 100% STEM-dedicated institution. Having been with the university for nearly 11 years, Michelle transitioned from a leadership role in Admissions in October 2023 to establish and evolve the risk management function from the ground up. In this solo capacity, Michelle builds robust frameworks for our dynamic, young university, overseeing our insurance portfolio, consulting on third-party and event risks, and developing critical campus-wide training programs. Michelle has obtained the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) Enterprise Risk Management certificate and the Associate in Risk Management (ARM) and Construction Risk and Insurance Specialist (CRIS) designations. Her distinct background in mathematics and engineering, combined with extensive higher education leadership, brings an analytical and strategic approach enhancing the institution’s resilience.