Phoenix Racing powers up for national solar car race
Florida Polytechnic University’s Phoenix Racing is heading back to the national stage with renewed determination, advanced engineering and a brand-new solar-powered vehicle. On Thursday, July 3, the student-led team will compete in the Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix – an elite collegiate endurance race – with plans to surpass its impressive seventh-place debut in 2024.
Florida Poly professor spotlights U.S. innovation at South Korean summit
Dr. Jun Kim, assistant professor of environmental engineering at Florida Polytechnic University, represented both the University and the Korean-American community on the international stage at the prestigious 2025 Future Leaders’ Conference in Seoul, South Korea.
Transformative state investment ignites Florida Poly’s new era of growth
Florida Polytechnic University is set to accelerate its bold growth plans following the Florida Legislature’s approval of $22 million in the state’s 2025-2026 budget. The new funding significantly advances the University’s efforts to increase enrollment, expand in-demand academic programs and drive campus infrastructure growth.
Florida Poly Archery Team dominates at 2025 Sunshine State Games
Florida Polytechnic University’s Archery Team thrashed the competition at the 2025 Sunshine State Games in Gainesville, Florida, with its five-person squad earning nine medals at the June 7-8 event.
Florida Poly co-hosts prominent international industrial engineering conference
Top industrial engineering and operations management professionals from more than 40 countries will gather in Central Florida June 17-19 for IEOM Society International’s 10th North American International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Operations Management.
Student-led research deploys AI to spot stealthy Android malware
Researchers at Florida Polytechnic University have developed an artificial intelligence technique that can detect elusive malware known as remote access trojans (RATs) on Android devices. The breakthrough could help protect millions of users from cybercriminals who use RATs to steal personal information and control devices without detection.
Florida Poly encourages campus community to prepare for hurricane season
As the state begins bracing itself for the annual season of severe weather, Florida Polytechnic University reminds the campus community to take proactive steps to prepare for possible storm impacts. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30.
Florida Poly professor selected for distinguished Fulbright Specialist Roster
Dr. Chris Kelley, whose work in advancing Parkinson’s disease diagnosis and wearable care technology is garnering national attention, has been selected to join the celebrated ranks of Fulbright Specialists by the U.S. State Department.
Florida Poly Board welcomes new trustees with expertise in key sectors
The Florida Polytechnic University Board of Trustees is welcoming two new members whose expertise will further strengthen the institution’s position as a driving force in STEM education. The appointments bring a fresh perspective in entrepreneurship and law, as well as in the tech and defense industries.
Florida Poly and Applus+ IDIADA partner to fuel global automotive progress
Florida Polytechnic University and Applus+ IDIADA, a global leader in automotive design, engineering, testing and homologation services, have established a strategic partnership to expand educational and research opportunities on an international scale.
