Here’s where you’ll find the most recent updates on fall preparations.
All,
Through your hard work and commitment to caring for one another, we had a successful 2020-2021 academic year with a minimal number of COVID-19 cases reported on campus. Thank you for taking your health, and the health of others, seriously.
As we prepare for the new academic year, we’re working closely with the Board of Governors and alongside the other State Universities to update our current COVID-19 protocols.
For Summer A and C, which begin on May 17, we will continue to follow our current Florida Poly COVID-19 protocols pertaining to social distancing, classroom capacity, gatherings, meetings, etc. You will not notice significant changes across campus at this point. And, in keeping with CDC and Board of Governors guidance, we are strongly recommending the use of face coverings while indoors. As we know, face coverings have been shown to be very effective in preventing the transmission of COVID-19.
For Summer B, which starts July 6, we will begin transitioning to pre-COVID-19 operations and classroom capacity. This will continue into the fall semester. Continuing our streak of minimal infections on campus will be up to each of us to act responsibly and take measures to promote a healthy environment. We will continue to strongly encourage the use of face coverings and will closely align with CDC guidance.
Fortunately, the campus community now has access to an additional prevention tool: the COVID-19 vaccines. The three approved COVID-19 vaccines have been shown to be safe and effective at preventing COVID-19, which is why we strongly encourage you to become vaccinated. To increase access to the vaccines, we’ve scheduled free, public vaccination events on campus on May 19, May 26, and June 2. The Florida Division of Emergency Management will be on campus with its vaccination bus beginning at 10 a.m. on each of these days and will administer the Johnson & Johnson one-dose vaccine on a walk-up basis.
Please continue to monitor your email and the Florida Poly coronavirus webpage for more updates and announcements in the coming weeks. By working together, we can continue our campus’ good health and focus on our mission of advancing excellent education in engineering and applied sciences.
Stay healthy,
Randy
All,
The wider availability of COVID-19 vaccines means we now have a powerful tool we can use to make a real difference on campus. Florida Poly and the State University System strongly encourage our entire University and surrounding communities to receive one of the three approved vaccines for the coronavirus.
We are glad to announce that free, public vaccination events are scheduled on campus on May 19, May 26, and June 2. The Florida Division of Emergency Management will have its vaccination bus on campus beginning at 8 a.m. on each of these days and will administer the Johnson & Johnson one-dose vaccine on a walk-up basis.
Those who choose to receive the free vaccine should bring their University ID or other form of identification. For employees who do not work on the main campus, time will be allowed to travel to the campus to receive your vaccine. Please make sure this is coordinated with your supervisor.
By getting vaccinated, you can help prevent the spread of the virus on campus and help us in our return to normalcy.
Best,
Randy
Congratulations on your upcoming graduation from Florida Poly. We know there have been a lot of questions surrounding the graduation ceremony. As I’m sure you will agree, the Commencement Ceremony is one of our most valued and important events at the University, and we want to ensure you have a good experience. For this reason, our goal is to hold some version of a commencement ceremony/recognition for our 2020 and 2021 graduates on May 2. But with the uncertainty around COVID, we do not yet know exactly what the format will be. We understand this can be frustrating, but we hope to make more announcements soon. Please be sure to monitor the website, social media, and your Florida Poly email for updates related to the Spring 2021 commencement ceremony.
Students,
This Monday we celebrate Martin Luther King, and there are no classes.
As you make plans for this long weekend, please consider how your choices affect the campus community.
Various opportunities are available on campus this weekend, including our MLK Day Fitness Challenge: 5 activities: 54 push-ups, 54 squats, 54 sit-ups, 54 jumping jacks, and 54 lunges. This Challenge commemorates the Selma to Montgomery March led by Martin Luther King. Check in at the Student Development Center (open this Monday from 10am-8pm) for details. The SDC also hosts a general coaching session with CrossFit Auburndale Coaches, Monday at 6pm.
Campus Check-In Week of Jan. 18
Next Tuesday, when you arrive on campus, please check-in with the Florida Poly Self-Assessment App. Personal data is not being tracked on the assessment. Student Affairs will again greet students at the IST and will help students understand more about the App.
If You Get Sick or Are in Close Contact with COVID-19
If you get sick, do not feel like yourself, are in close contact with someone who
has tested positive or you test positive for COVID-19, please do not contact your
faculty member with this information. Faculty are expecting all wellness information
to come from CARE. This process will help the campus community remain healthy this
semester.
Care@floridapoly.edu
863-874-8599
Please contact me with questions at 863-874-8640 or kmiller@floridapoly.edu.
Florida Poly Proud,
Dr. Miller
Students,
Spring 2021 courses begin tomorrow, Jan. 11.
The first time you arrive on campus, please expect to check-in. Please arrive to campus with documentation of your negative COVID test results (digital or print copy is fine) from a test taken on or after Monday, Jan. 4.
Your initial campus check in will happen at the IST and include:
Campus check in will run from 7:45-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday this week. If you are unable to check-in during those times, please contact me at kmiller@floridapoly.edu
After you successfully check in you will receive a QR Code. This QR Code will be used throughout the first week of classes as an acknowledgement that you have successfully checked in for the Spring 2021 semester.
If you arrive on campus without a negative COVID-19 test, you will be asked to be tested. Rapid COVID testing is available on campus through Thursday, Jan. 14 at a cost of $60.00. This cost is the student’s responsibility and credits cards are accepted (no cash or check options).
Please arrive on campus with sufficient time to check-in and, if necessary, take your COVID-19 test. Depending on testing wait-times, COVID-19 testing and notification can take up to two hours.
Please contact me with questions at 863-874-8640 or kmiller@floridapoly.edu.
Florida Poly Proud,
Dr. Miller
Students,
Spring 2021 courses begin Monday, January 11.
Attendance
If you are taking a FLEX (FX) course or courses, starting Thursday, January 7, 9 a.m. to Friday, January 8, 2 p.m.
you will be able to login to Canvas and see your FLEX courses only for the spring term.
Go in to each course where you will find a “quiz/survey” where you can identify your preference for which day of the week you would prefer to attend in person. You have until Friday at 2 p.m. to state your preference.
There is no guarantee you will get your preference and you will have an opportunity to make a change later in the term. THEN, check your Florida Poly email for communication from your professor as to which day you will be expected to be in class in-person. This communication will arrive in time for Monday’s first class for all classes.
Prior to Coming to Campus
As a reminder, all students need to complete:
COVID-19 Tests will be available on campus for $60. This cost is the responsibility of the student. I strongly encourage you to seek testing through the Department of Health, but testing will be available on campus.
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Many free testing sites are available throughout Florida. To find a test location, visit the Florida Department of Health or a local Department of Health. Nearby testing locations are listed at COVID-19 Testing Sites in Polk County. Please note, the Florida Department of Health is accepting reservations for its sites in Auburndale, Lakeland, and Haines City. Please call 863-519-7911 to schedule. Financial Support for Testing: Students who have financial need may be eligible to have their testing expenses reimbursed through CARES with documentation. Students can submit requests by clicking here. Contact the Office of Financial Aid with questions or request more information at financialaid@floridapoly.edu. |
Please contact me with questions at 863-874-8640 or kmiller@floridapoly.edu.
Florida Poly Proud,
Dr. Miller
Students,
Florida Poly classes begin in one week and we’re looking forward to seeing you on campus.
All students need to complete:
Key information for all students:
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Many free testing sites are available throughout Florida. To find a test location, visit the Florida Department of Health or a local Department of Health. Nearby testing locations are listed at COVID-19 Testing Sites in Polk County. Please note, the Florida Department of Health is accepting reservations for its sites in Auburndale, Lakeland, and Haines City. Please call 863-519-7911 to schedule. Financial Support for Testing: Students who have financial need may be eligible to have their testing expenses reimbursed through CARES with documentation. Students can submit requests by clicking here. Contact the Office of Financial Aid with questions or request more information at financialaid@floridapoly.edu. |
Please contact me with questions at 863-874-8640 or kmiller@floridapoly.edu.
Florida Poly Proud,
Dr. Miller
Happy New Year!
We are looking forward to seeing you on campus very soon. As you enjoy your winter break, please ensure that you are developing your return-to-campus plan.
The Spring 2021 Blueprint for Returning to Campus outlines the semester’s COVID-19 protocols.
Key dates you need to be aware of:
Today (Jan. 1): COVID-19 training is available through your student email. Completion of this training is required before returning to campus.
Monday, Jan. 4: Begin elective quarantine.
Monday, Jan. 4: Ensure your plan for COVID-19 testing is in place. A negative COVID-19 viral test result from a test taken on or after Monday, Jan. 4, is required prior to returning to campus.
Friday, Jan. 8: On-campus collection of student COVID-19 test results begins.
Monday, Jan. 11: First day of Spring 2021 classes.
Begin daily use of the Florida Poly Health Self-Assessment in the mobile app.
As a reminder, testing is the responsibility of the student. Many free testing sites are available throughout Florida. To find a test location, visit the Florida Department of Health or a local Department of Health.
Nearby testing locations are listed at: COVID-19 Testing Sites in Polk County.
Please note, the Florida Department of Health is accepting reservations for its sites in Auburndale, Lakeland, and Haines City. Please call 863-519-7911 to schedule.
Financial Support for Testing: Students who have financial need may be eligible to have their testing expenses reimbursed through CARES with documentation. Students can submit requests by clicking here. They may also contact the Office of Financial Aid with questions or request more information at financialaid@floridapoly.edu.
I look forward to seeing you on campus very soon. Let’s make 2021 a great year at Florida Poly!
Please contact me with questions: 863-874-8640 or kmiller@floridapoly.edu.
Florida Poly Proud,
Dr. Miller
Dear Students:
Looking back on the Fall semester I am grateful to the Florida Poly community for rising to the challenge presented by the pandemic and successfully completing a healthy, productive semester. We all owe a special thank you to each faculty member for their effort that moved instruction to the FLEX modality or the online environment this fall. We have all learned a lot this semester, and we are all ready for and need this winter break. Please enjoy this time.
As we look forward to spring 2021 semester, new protocols have been established. These changes are designed to further promote a healthy campus environment and engage all students in the Florida Poly campus experience.
Spring 2021 protocols include:
Many of the detailed questions that you may have are answered in ”Blueprint for Returning to Campus (Spring Semester 2021)”, and additional email communications will be provided between now and the first week in January. Please check your FL Poly email regularly.
I ask that all students spend time familiarizing themselves with the spring 2021 protocols. Each protocol balances necessary precautions to keep the campus healthy, while continuing theuniversity’s commitment to excellence in education.
I’m looking forward to a successful and healthy spring semester. Once again, please enjoy a welldeserved holiday break.
All the Best,
Terry Parker
Executive Vice President and Provost
All,
Now that we’re well into the fall semester, we have been able to show that responsible, thoughtful behavior really can mitigate the spread of COVID-19. I am happy to see how well our students and employees have done in adhering to the Campus Commitment and following social distancing, face covering, and hand washing guidance.
When we returned to campus, we implemented new protocols and practices to try to keep COVID-19 at bay. Several weeks into our semester, we’re proud of your attention to safety and all your efforts to keep our campus healthy. Because of this, we have been able to make several adjustments to our current coronavirus guidelines.
One of the great things our return to campus has shown me is that our University community will step up and act in the interest of the greater good, especially when the health of those around them is at stake. Thank you for taking our coronavirus precautions seriously.
Stay healthy,
Randy
Students,
The University has been notified that an employee of a campus vendor has tested positive for COVID-19. Please be assured that all those who were identified as being in close contact with this person have already been personally notified and all protocols and procedures are being followed. The affected employee is self-isolating in accordance with the public health recommendations, and we wish them well toward a speedy recovery.
The affected employee wore a face covering on campus, gloves while working, and worked behind a plexiglass screen. The campus area where the employee worked is being properly sanitized.
As we have said before, we are in this together.
Please continue to remain vigilant and adhere to the Campus Commitment.
If you do not feel well, please call the campus Health Clinic at (863) 603-6505. Do not come to campus. Residential students, if you do not feel well, please do not leave your dorm room. Depending on your symptoms, a telehealth visit will be scheduled. You will be given directions on what to do next.
If your symptoms warrant testing or follow-up health care, you may be given an appointment time to be seen at the campus respiratory clinic (located next to the Student Development Center pool).
The Campus Health Clinic is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. If you do not feel well and it is a weekend day or evening, please call 863-284-6800 to schedule a telehealth visit with a Lakeland Regional Health Urgent Care provider.
CARE is also available to help all students: 863-874-8599 | care@floridapoly.edu
Florida Poly Proud,
Dr. Kathryn Miller
Students,
Welcome back to campus. I am happy to share that we have completed the first weeks of class with zero on-campus student cases of COVID-19 reported.
Thank you!
As we return from the Labor Day weekend, I echo the message from Dr. Avent and SGA President Connor Coddington, please continue to be diligent in caring for yourself, acting responsibly and considerately, and avoiding high-traffic areas or situations where physical distancing isn’t possible.
The next many days will be critical to the campus as we all work together to maintain a healthy campus environment and community.
If you were in a large group gathering over the Labor Day holiday, please consider limiting your time out and about on campus.
Please continue to adhere to our standard principles in the Campus Commitment:
And if you do not feel well, please call the campus Health Clinic at 863-603-6505. Do not come to campus. Residential students, if you do not feel well, please do not leave your dorm room. Depending on your symptoms, a telehealth visit will be scheduled. You will be given directions on what to do next.
If your symptoms warrant testing or follow up health care, you may be given an appointment time to be seen at the campus respiratory clinic (located next to the Student Development Center pool).
The Campus Health Clinic is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. If you do not feel well and it is a weekend day or evening, please call 863-284-6800 to schedule a telehealth visit with a Lakeland Regional Health Urgent Care provider.
CARE is also available to help all students: 863-874-8599 | care@floridapoly.edu
I am very proud of our campus community, and I thank each of you for taking the health of the campus community seriously.
Florida Poly Proud,
Dr. Miller
Dear students,
Labor Day weekend is upon us and we know you’re all eager to enjoy a few days away from class. As the leaders of the University and the Student Government Association, we’ve both been very impressed by how each of you has embraced the new normal and prioritized COVID-19 health precautions, recognizing them as central to our success as a University community.
One of the most important parts of the University experience is immersing yourself in the rich campus life and opportunities available to you. We hope you will relax and unwind on campus this weekend and make it a point to get out and join in on the Purple Fire Weekends events designed to provide you with fun, friendship, and relaxation.
Play laser tag, find your way out of an outdoor escape room, and indulge in gourmet ice cream while making connections and finding new friends at Florida Poly. We have no doubts you will continue to model the responsible behavior that will help us minimize the spread of the virus on campus while you make the most of our University’s student life.
Looking for additional ways to hang out with friends? There’s a lot that can be done on and around campus while following the Campus Commitment.
Most importantly this weekend, please be diligent in caring for yourself, act responsibly and considerately, and avoid high-traffic areas or situations where physical distancing isn’t possible.
We look forward to seeing you back in class on Tuesday, Sept. 8, refreshed and ready to continue the hard work toward your STEM degree.
Have a great weekend,
Randy and Connor
Florida Poly students,
As we approach our second weekend on campus, I want to remind everyone of the very careful balance we are trying to maintain on campus—a balance between social/physical distancing and community development.
We know that the best way to avoid community transmission of COVID-19 is to keep six feet apart from one another and wear a face covering. Please continue to remain vigilant.
I stress the need to continue to adhere to our standard principles in the Campus Commitment:
Also, please take your temperature at a campus temperature kiosk each morning and use Florida Poly’s health self-assessment tool daily. This self-assessment will help you determine whether you should proceed to class or if other actions are recommended to protect your personal health and the health of our University community.
As an additional reminder:
If you do not feel well, please call the campus Health Clinic at (863) 603-6505. Do not come to campus. Residential students, please do not leave your dorm room. Depending on your symptoms, a telehealth visit will be scheduled. You will be given directions on what to do next. You may be given an appointment time to be seen at the campus respiratory clinic (located next to the Student Development Center pool). The Campus Health Clinic is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. If you do not feel well and it is a weekend day or evening, please call 863-284-6800 to schedule a telehealth visit with a Lakeland Regional Health Urgent Care provider.[1]
With that said, we do want you to get involved on campus and build relationships with your peers. This weekend is Club Row: Saturday, Aug. 29 and Sunday, Aug. 30 from 2-5 p.m. in the IST.
There is also a Virtual Club Row. You can access the Virtual Club Row here. (Kudos to SGA on establishing Phoenix Link—a key to Virtual Club Row!).
And, please, at Club Row and through the weekend, work together to maintain appropriate physical distancing.
We’re all in this together and I’m counting on each one of us to do our part.
Florida Poly Proud!
Dr. Miller
Florida Poly students,
To begin, thank you. I thank each of you for your cooperation and spirit in understanding and abiding by the Campus Commitment. I am impressed with the maturity and support that FL Poly students have shown in our return to campus.
Please keep the following information accessible.
If you do not feel well:
Please call the campus Health Clinic at (863) 603-6505. Do not come to campus. Residential students, please do not leave your dorm room. Depending on your symptoms, a telehealth visit will be scheduled. You will be given directions on what to do next. You may be given an appointment time to be seen at the campus respiratory clinic (located next to the Student Development Center pool). The Campus Health Clinic is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. If you do not feel well and it is a weekend day or evening, please call 863-284-6800 to schedule a telehealth visit with a Lakeland Regional Health Urgent Care provider.[1]
Students are encouraged to stop by the main Health Clinic inside the Wellness Center soon to pre-register with the nurses. If you are at Wellness, consider stopping in when the clinic is not busy. This step will help expedite future visits.
If you test positive for COVID-19 or have had close contact[2] with a person who has been confirmed as testing positive for COVID-19:
Please fill out the COVID Notification Form, available at the following confidential link:
https://floridapoly.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/20
Notification can also be made by calling our campus CARE Manager at 863-874-8599.
Students who complete the notification form will be contacted to check on their well-being and to answer any questions they may have as it pertains to their academic courses and attendance. Students will also be advised of the next steps to take specific to whether the student commutes to campus or lives in the residential halls.
As a reminder, each day please:
You can find the short self-assessment in the Florida Poly Mobile App.
We’re all in this together and I’m counting on each one of us to do our part.
Florida Poly Proud!
Dr. Miller
Dear students,
We are all looking forward to your return to campus next week. As you prepare to rejoin us, I’d like to remind you of several items you need to complete/be aware of. This message includes information related to health and wellness, as well as the new seat reservation system.
Classes begin Thursday, August 20!
COVID-19 Testing Prior to Coming to Campus
All students must closely monitor their health and watch for potential COVID-19 symptom(s) daily.
Prior to arrival on campus, we strongly encourage you to get tested for COVID-19.
This testing is voluntary and provides only a snapshot-in-time determination of the
presence of COVID-19. Test results can be turned into the Campus Health Clinic beginning
August 16. For information on COVID-19 testing sites in your community, visit https://floridahealthcovid19.gov/testing-sites/ . You may also consider an at-home test option such as the Vault Health or Let’s Get Checked test.
--Students who may test positive prior to coming to campus should contact care@floridapoly.edu so that you can maintain your enrollment and join us on campus when you are symptom free and have a verified negative status.
Return to Campus Training
All students are required to complete the campus Get Inclusive Training for COVID-19
compliance. Please check your FL Poly email for a link to the training. This is
a 10-12 minute interactive training that includes up-to-date safety information and
precautions, including hygiene, social distancing, and measures aimed at reducing
disease transmission. Your completion of the training is communicated directly to
the University by Get Inclusive.
The Get Inclusive Training includes further information on the Campus Commitment that will serve as a guide for the campus to 1) Protect Myself 2) Protect Others and 3) Protect the Phoenix Community.
Health Self-Assessment
Florida Poly’s new daily health self-assessment tool will help you determine whether you should proceed to class or if other actions are recommended to protect your personal health and the health of our University community. The health self-assessment should be taken prior to coming to campus or leaving your dorm room.
You can find the short self-assessment in the Florida Poly Mobile App, and I hope that taking it becomes part of your morning routine. You’ll also find the latest news and information relating to COVID-19 and other important University updates in the app and on our coronavirus webpage.
Seat Reservation System
Florida Poly has developed an online seat reservation system that allows students enrolled in flex courses (those being offered in person and online simultaneously) to reserve a seat in the class sessions they plan to attend in person.
The system will be live on Monday, August 18 at 1:00p EST. Students will be encouraged to login each weekend to reserve seats in their classes for the coming week. Students will receive reminder notifications each Friday when registration opens for the following weeks courses.
If you are enrolled in flex courses, please review the training materials found here: Student Dashboard for Student Seat Reservations. The same link can be found on the Florida Poly website at https://floridapoly.edu/coronavirus/seat-reservation.php.
We’re all in this together and I’m counting on each one of us to do our part.
See you soon!
Florida Poly Proud!
Dr. Miller
Welcome Florida Poly Families!
As we transition back to campus this fall, students are encouraged to set up a communication plan with their families. Consider — How often do you expect to talk? What information is important for you to continue sharing? What do you do as a family if a crisis arises? What services did you rely on at home that will remain at “home”, and which should you seek in the Lakeland area?
Continued communication with each student’s home network is essential, and communication with campus is equally essential. Florida Poly faculty and staff are here to support all students, and the following list of resources aims to help students and families navigate the support resources available on campus.
We look forward to the first day of fall 2020 courses, Thursday, August 20, 2020.
FL Poly Campus Resource List:
COVID-19
If a student tests positive for COVID-19, or has had close contact* with a person
who has been confirmed as testing positive for COVID-19, a COVID Notification Form
is available located at the following confidential link:
https://floridapoly.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/20 Notification can also be made by calling our campus CARE Manager at 863-874-8599.
Students who complete the notification form will be contacted to check on their well-being and to answer any questions they may have as it pertains to their academic courses and attendance. Students will also be advised of the next steps to take specific to whether the student commutes to campus or lives in the residential halls.
*(Close contact is defined as any individual who was within 6 feet of an infected person for at least 15 minutes starting from 2 days before illness onset or, for asymptomatic patients, 2 days prior to positive specimen collection until the time the patient is isolated.)
Academic Success Coaches
Academic Success Coaches focus on academic support and advising for students. Contact
Success@floridapoly.edu or 863-874-8642.
Campus Recreation
The Student Development Center is the hub for all campus recreation activities including
fitness, intramural sports, and aquatics. Our fitness area includes free weights,
cardio and weight machines, and both live and virtual fitness classes. Our aquatics
area is a 200,000-gallon lap pool staffed with lifeguards and is open and heated year-round.
For questions or more information please reach out via email or phone to campusrec@floridapoly.edu or 863-874-8653.
Care Services
We need the help of the full Florida Poly community to keep our students healthy.
If you have a concern about a student, let us know. Email student-focused concerns
to Care@floridapoly.edu. Send us your concerns and we will mobilize to address the situation. You can also
call 863-874-8599.
Counseling Services
Students experience different challenges that may affect their academic performance, which include, but are not limited to, stress, relationships/family issues, alcohol/drug abuse, eating disorders, depression, and gender identity or expression. Students can call for on-campus appointments for professional counseling by calling the campus CARE manager at 863-874- 8599, or by emailing care@floridapoly.edu. Students who require regular and ongoing counseling support may work with our CARE manager, as well as their health insurance company, to establish a personal care program. Florida Poly has an established Student Assistance Program that can be accessed 24/7 by calling BayCare at 800-878-5470, or by visiting BayCare’s SAP for Florida Poly students at BayCareSAP@BayCare.org.
Dining Services
Phoenix Dining is committed to keeping our campus community safe and healthy throughout the school year. State and local guidelines will be followed for seating capacity and masks are required as per Chartwells and University policies. Listed on our webpage at https://new.dineoncampus.com/FLPoly/faq are additional steps Phoenix Dining is taking to reduce the spread of virus and promote social distancing. For additional questions or concerns pertaining to COVID-19 precautions, please contact Jennifer Dignin Jennifer.Dignin@compass-usa.com.
Disability Services
Disability Services coordinates reasonable accommodations for students with mental,
physical and developmental disabilities to take part in all programs, services and
activities within the University. To request accommodations, please contact Disability
Services at Disabilityservices@floridapoly.edu or 863-874-8770.
Faculty
Every faculty member is on campus to support our students’ learning experience. Students,
go to office hours! Connect with your faculty members. All faculty member office
hours and contact information are found on your course syllabus. Please add these
numbers to your communication plan.
Health Clinic
The Health Clinic is located in the Wellness Center and provides treatment for simple
injuries and/or illnesses. The Health Clinic is open during the fall and spring semesters,
and available on a walk-in basis Monday-Friday 9am-5pm. 863-603-6504 or 863-603-6505.
A separate Respiratory Health Clinic has been opened for Fall 2020. The clinic will be open for a limited time each weekday, and COVID-19 tests will be available.
Ombudsman
The Office of the Ombuds is a confidential, impartial, independent and informal resource
for students who have university-related issues and concerns. The Office’s mission
is to facilitate fair and equitable resolution processes that promote student success.
Contact Ombuds@floridapoly.edu or 863-874-8500.
Parking Services
Parking Permits may be purchased online at https://floridapoly.nupark.com/v2/Portal. Permits may be purchased annually, for a semester at a time, or on a daily basis, depending on a number of circumstances and the time of year. For more information, please visit https://floridapoly.edu/parking-transportation/index.php. Contact AuxServ@floridapoly.edu or call 863-874-8432.
Residential Life
Residential Life can be contacted by emailing residentiallife@floridapoly.edu or at 863-874-8789. Each student living on campus will be assigned to a Resident Assistant (RA) who
is a high achieving returning student at Florida Poly. The Residential Life Professional
Staff and RAs work together to support the student’s on-campus living experience.
Students are encouraged to develop a relationship with and seek support from their
RA for information on relevant services and campus resources. The Residential Life
Staff will also hold programs and events throughout the semester to encourage students
to socialize, meet new friends and have fun while learning.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your student’s lease or housing balance
please contact Student Living, our leasing partners, that oversee leasing and property
maintenance operations for the residence halls. Student Living can be contacted at
info@floridapolystudentliving.com or at 863-874-8779.
Student Business Services
Student Business Services serves students by maintaining accurate financial records and communicating with students about their accounts. The office is responsible for tuition and fee assessment/refunds, and processing payments. We also provide information regarding Florida Prepaid Program and BankMobile Refund Delivery Preference. For questions or more information please reach out via email or phone to SBS@floridapoly.edu or 863-874-8406. Our webpage is https://floridapoly.edu/student-business-services/index.php.
Student Development
The Office of Student Development is the voice and advocate for all students at Florida
Poly. They oversee all aspects of student life, including living on campus, campus
clubs and student activities. Contact Studentdevelopment@floridapoly.edu or 863-874-8631.
Student Government Association (SGA)
SGA acts as the students’ voice to the university’s leadership, campus community and
public. In order to provide a positive college experience to all students, the association
approves funds, regulates campus-sponsored clubs and advocates for students and their
rights. Contact SGAPresident@floridapoly.edu.
Transportation Services
The Phoenix Shuttle will provide services multiple times a week to help students travel
to and from various locations around the City of Lakeland. The schedules and routes
were developed to accommodate the interests of the entire student body. For more information
on the Phoenix Shuttle’s schedules and routes, please visit https://floridapoly.edu/parking-transportation/shuttle.php.
Florida Poly RideShare is a quick, secure, and personal way for students, faculty,
and staff to find commuting options to and from campus, in addition to other destinations
of your choosing. By using your home and campus addresses, you can find a carpool
that matches your commute, as well as nearby Florida Poly commuters looking to carpool.
For more information on Florida Poly’s RideShare program, please visit https://floridapoly.edu/parking-transportation/rideshare.php.
For additional questions or concerns pertaining to Transportation services, please email AuxServ@floridapoly.edu or call 863-874-8432.
University Police
The University Police Department strives to enhance the safety and quality of life
for students, employees, and visitors through effective law enforcement and proactive
crime prevention. Contact Police@floridapoly.edu or 863-874-8472.
Other Support Services
Other support resources available in the Lakeland area include the following:
Peace River Center’s 24-hour Mobile Crisis Response Team in Lakeland: 863-519-3744
National Suicide Prevention Life-Line: 800-273-8255
Parent and students, please stay up to date with what’s happening on campus by:
Florida Poly’s goal is to provide easy-to-navigate avenues that connect students with the services they need to academically succeed. We can help!
Florida Poly Proud!
Kathryn Miller
Vice Provost, Student Affairs
Florida Poly Students,
It is my hope that this message reaches all Phoenixes, and that you are actively preparing for your return to campus.
Thank you to all who have participated in virtual activities this summer—career workshops, virtual workouts, and, of course, the Fourth of July Florida Poly Pi Run. The Fall 2020 Student Update that was held in June was productive, and I appreciate so many students joining. While the virtual events have been engaging, you are missed on campus.
We have been busy preparing for campus life in a COVID-19-aware environment. To help set expectations for what campus will look like this fall, three additional Fall 2020 Student Update meetings are planned, and several key points are outlined below.
Additional information on the coronavirus and Florida Poly is organized online at: Phoenixes Moving Forward.
Fall 2020 Student Update meetings are planned for the following dates and times and
invites to these meetings will be sent to your Florida Poly email.
Thursday, July 30 at 5:15 p.m.
Friday, August 7 at 5:15 p.m.
Wednesday, August 12 at 5:15 p.m.
Please continue reading for additional important information regarding your return to campus.
Courses
Residence Hall and Dining
Health and Wellness
Students who may test positive prior to coming to campus should contact the Florida Poly Care team so that you can maintain your enrollment and join us on campus when you are symptom
free and have a verified negative status.
The Lakeland Regional Health Campus Clinic opens on Sunday, August 16 and students
are encouraged to submit negative test results to the Clinic. Individual test results
will not be shared with the University.
Testing helps avoid a new COVID-19 case inadvertently being brought to campus. It will be essential that we are all vigilant in protecting ourselves and the campus community throughout the semester.
Around Campus
We are working hard to make the Fall 2020 campus experience great. We need your help in protecting the Phoenix community, and a Campus Commitment statement has been developed in conjunction with student leaders. The Campus Commitment acknowledges that we all need to take responsibility for our own health, protect others, and avoid the spread of COVID-19 on campus. You will see the Campus Commitment on campus this fall, as well as signage and tools that help us all remember that we’re in this together.
Florida Poly Proud,
Dr. Miller
Thank you for your patience as we have worked to develop a move-in process to welcome students to campus this fall in accordance with public health guidelines. We have crafted policy around housing to ensure that students feel comfortable and assured while living on campus, and as such, our move-in process has been designed, with best practices, to create a plan that allows flexibility for our students and families when planning their arrival to campus.
Before returning to campus, we ask all students to commit to and demonstrate respect and consideration for themselves and others, and for the people they care about. We ask that students commit to protecting themselves, protecting others, and protecting the Phoenix community during these unprecedented times.
New students may move into their residence hall room on August 18 or 19. Starting at 7 a.m. on July 18, students may sign up for their move-in date and time slot. Students will only be allowed to sign up for a one-hour move-in timeslot; additional time to move in will not be given. Please email if you need an accommodation during move-in.
Students are permitted to bring only one adult guest who will be allowed to enter the residence halls with their student to assist them with moving in belongings (no additional friends or siblings will be allowed to enter the residence halls). We will have a Student Move-In Team present to assist you with unloading your vehicle(s) and to ensure a quick move in. To assist us with this, we ask that you label all of your boxes, bins, and belongings with masking tape that labels your first name, last name, and room number (dark Sharpie marker would be best). Our Move-In Team will assist in unloading your vehicle(s), place your belongings in sanitized carts, and bring and unload belongings to your room; which is why it is important to label your belongings, so we know where to take them! Our Move-In Team members will be required to wear gloves and masks at all times while assisting you.
We ask that students and guests bring no more than two vehicles with them to move-in. Moving trucks, trailers, and vans will not be permitted and cannot be parked on campus. Students may park their vehicles in Lot 8 during move-in days. Students who want to bring a personal vehicle with them to campus may not park their vehicle in Lot 3 (residence hall parking lot) until after 7 p.m. on Wednesday, August 19. If you plan to bring a personal vehicle with you to campus make sure to purchase a parking permit. Please visit our Parking and Transportation website for more information.
When you arrive to campus on your move-in date, please park your vehicle(s) in Lot 6 and proceed to the check-in tents. This is where you will check in for your move-in time slot and be given your move-in packet and keys. You will also be given your new Florida Poly ID card during check-in. Please make sure to complete the necessary steps, in your online Phoenix Orientation, to receive your Florida Poly ID card. Make sure to bring a valid photo ID with you to move-in as well; this will be needed in order to receive your new Florida Poly ID card, move-in packet, and keys. Please be aware, you will not be given a move-in packet or keys if you have not paid your housing balance or if you have not set up an adequate payment plan with Student Living. To ensure your housing balance has been paid or you have set up an adequate payment plan, please contact Student Living at 863-874-8779.
To help do your part and to keep safe, we ask that all students and guests wear a face covering and bring proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when coming to campus and while moving in. We will ensure that proper social distancing and cleaning takes place in the residence halls during move-in days and throughout the academic year.
Student Living will be sending you an email next week regarding your housing assignment, roommate information, and housing balance. This email will be sent to the email account you used to apply for housing.
Finally, please visit our Move-In Day website to review more detailed information regarding the move-in process and housing-related frequently asked questions. If you have any questions or concerns, please email me, Paul Carey, Assistant Director for Residential Life and Student Experience, or call at 863-874-8763. We look forward to welcoming you to campus in August!
Thank you,
Paul Carey, M.Ed. (He/Him/His)
Assistant Director, Residential Life & Student Experience
Thank you for your patience as we have worked to develop a move-in process to welcome students back to campus this fall in accordance with public health guidelines. We have crafted policy around housing to ensure that students feel comfortable and assured while living on campus, and as such, our move-in process has been designed, with best practices, to create a plan that allows flexibility for our students and families when planning their arrival to campus.
Before returning to campus, we ask all students to commit to and demonstrate respect and consideration for themselves and others, and for the people they care about. We ask that students commit to protecting themselves, protecting others, and protecting the Phoenix community during these unprecedented times.
Returning students may move into their residence hall room on August 16 or 17. Starting at 7 a.m. on July 18, students may sign up for their move-in date and time slot. Students will only be allowed to sign up for a one-hour move-in timeslot; additional time to move in will not be given. Please email if you need an accommodation during move-in.
Students are permitted to bring only one adult guest who will be allowed to enter the residence halls with their student to assist them with moving in belongings (no additional friends or siblings will be allowed to enter the residence halls). We will have a Student Move-In Team present to assist you with unloading your vehicle(s) and to ensure a quick move in. To assist us with this, we ask that you label all of your boxes, bins, and belongings with masking tape that labels your first name, last name, and room number (dark Sharpie marker would be best). Our Move-In Team will assist in unloading your vehicle(s), place your belongings in sanitized carts, and bring and unload belongings to your room; which is why it is important to label your belongings, so we know where to take them! Our Move-In Team members will be required to wear gloves and masks at all times while assisting you.
We ask that students and guests bring no more than two vehicles with them to move-in. Moving trucks, trailers, and vans will not be permitted and cannot be parked on campus. Students may park their vehicles in Lot 8 during move-in days. Students who want to bring a personal vehicle with them to campus may not park their vehicle in Lot 3 (residence hall parking lot) until after 7 p.m. on Wednesday, August 19. If you plan to bring a personal vehicle with you to campus make sure to purchase a parking permit. Please visit our Parking and Transportation website for more information.
When you arrive to campus on your move-in date, please park your vehicle(s) in Lot 6 and proceed to the Check-In tents. This is where you will check in for your move-in time slot and be given your move-in packet and keys. Please make sure to bring your Florida Poly ID card and a valid photo ID with you on your move-in date. Room access will be added to your Florida Poly ID card on your move-in date. If you have lost or damaged your Florida Poly ID card, please contact Auxiliary Enterprises. Please be aware, you will not be given a move-in packet or keys if you have not paid your housing balance or if you have not set up an adequate payment plan with Student Living. To ensure your housing balance has been paid or you have set up an adequate payment plan, please contact Student Living at 863-874-8779.
To help do your part and to keep safe, we ask that all students and guests wear a face covering and bring proper personal protective equipment (PPE) when coming to campus and while moving in. We will ensure that proper social distancing and cleaning takes place in the residence halls during move-in days and throughout the academic year.
Student Living will be sending you an email next week regarding your housing assignment, roommate information, and housing balance. This email will be sent to the email account you used to apply for housing.
Finally, please visit our Move-In Day website to review more detailed information regarding the move-in process and housing-related frequently asked questions. If you have any questions or concerns, please email me, Paul Carey, Assistant Director for Residential Life and Student Experience, or call at 863-874-8763. We look forward to welcoming you to campus in August!
Thank you,
Paul Carey, M.Ed. (He/Him/His)
Assistant Director, Residential Life & Student Experience
We look forward to beginning the fall semester in 38 days. Campus will be open this fall, with a strong residential experience, an active Student Development Center, and engaged student club activities. Today’s message focuses on how courses will be delivered.
Course delivery formats are Flex and Online Engaged for all courses, except labs, internships, and thesis or research. You will see the “type” of delivery in CAMS with FLEX being coded as “FX” in the section, ONLINE ENGAGED being coded as “OL” in the section, Combined designated with a “C” in the course number, and Labs designated with an “L” the course number. We expect that approximately 20% of the credit hours delivered this fall to be in courses that are fully online.
We are currently working with faculty to determine the delivery format for all courses. Most courses have been decided and are appropriately coded in CAMS.
Course Delivery Format:
Flex (FX) courses area multimodal delivery method where the instructor conducts live, in-person lectures or problem-solving sessions with the students in person and, at the same time, synchronously through a web-based meetings platform.
Online Engaged (OL) courses are a traditional online delivery that includes a degree of synchronous live lectures or problem-solving sessions.
Combined (“C” designation in the course number) courses will range in delivery, from a combination of both online and in-person, to delivery as fully online.
Lab (“L” designation in the course number) courses are delivered in-person, but some material for the course that is preparatory for the lab may be delivered online.
Please note that synchronous activities will exist for all courses and time conflicts will require the permission of the Department Chair for the class you intend to either be late for attendance, leave early, or not attend synchronously at all. The request may be denied if it is determined, that is not best for class instruction or the student.
Please login to CAMS for details on your specific courses. We will be holding information sessions beginning next week and look forward to connecting with you and answering your questions. If you have an immediate question, contact the ASC at success@floridapoly.edu.
Again, we are 38 days from the first day of class and there will be a lot of important information sent to you by email. We are here to help and want you to succeed at Florida Poly. Please pay attention to our communications with you and we are excited about the upcoming fall semester.
Dahl Grayckowski, University Registrar
The Blueprint for Returning to Campus details the steps the University is taking to provide a healthy environment for students, faculty, and staff amid the COVID-19 pandemic, while continuing to deliver a high-quality STEM education.
The Florida Poly Blueprint for Returning to Campus was delivered to all students last week. This message provides some key summary details.
Florida Poly has been steadily working on a plan to resume on-campus operations this fall. It will be presented during a June 23 meeting of the Florida Board of Governors alongside the state’s other 11 public universities.
A message from President Randy K. Avent. I hope you’re doing well and are continuing to stay healthy during this time. As you know, several dedicated teams have begun conversations and the necessary work to determine the best way for Florida Poly to operate this coming fall semester.
A message from Dr. Kathryn Miller. Welcome to the Summer 2020 semester.The past several months have been challenging, and I want to make sure that you are connected with the resources and help you need to be successful in your summer courses.
A message from Dr. Kathryn Miller. The Spring 2020 semester will always be remembered, but I hope it is remembered most for all that you have achieved.
A message from President Randy K. Avent. When COVID-19 began forcing our country to work from home and many of our favorite businesses temporarily closed their doors, it was only a matter of time before the related financial effects began touching everyone.
A message from Vice Provost of Assessment and Instruction, Tom Dvorske. In the interest of minimizing disruption and erring on the side of caution, Florida Poly will continue with remote offerings for Summer Session B.
A message from Dr. Kathryn Miller. Happy last day of Spring 2020 classes! As we end this semester, I ask you to please take a minute and reflect on all you have achieved this academic year. It has been a challenging year, full of growth and opportunity.
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A message from Associate Vice Provost, Dr. Ben Matthew Corpus. The information below regarding eligibility of international students to receive CARES Act funding has been updated to reflect a change in the requirements from the US Department of Education.
A message from Vice Provost of Assessment and Instruction, Tom Dvorske. I hope this finds you healthy and having settled in as best as you are able to focus now on those fast-approaching final exams.
A message from President Randy K. Avent. I hope everyone is staying well and adjusting to your new remote environments. Working and learning remotely is a big adjustment that we’ve all had to make.
A message from Kristin Stokes the Campus CARE Manager.
We miss you on campus! Remote learning… Social distancing… Webcams… Proctorio… Internet connections… Living at home… Governor’s orders… Curfew! Our lives have changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
A message from President Randy K. Avent. Florida Poly’s highest priority is the health and safety of our community. As the COVID-19 crisis rapidly evolves, and in accordance with guidance from local, state, and federal officials, we have important and timely new instructions to share with our on-campus residents.
The information below about writing-intensive courses has been updated to reflect that these courses are eligible for S/U grades at Florida Poly because an “S” at Florida Poly is equivalent to a “C” or better.
As safety precautions are put in place for the coronavirus, we have all been looking at Florida Poly as a safe haven. We have been monitoring the conditions related to the coronavirus and there has been a rapid increase in the number of cases in Hillsborough, Orange and Polk counties.
Following the direction we received from the State University System today, Florida Poly will extend our remote-learning initiatives for the rest of the semester and develop an alternative schedule and/or method of holding commencement for the spring ceremony.
A message from President Randy K. Avent. The University continues taking significant steps to protect our students, faculty, staff, and the Polk County community from the ongoing global COVID-19 outbreak.
A message from President Randy K. Avent. Your health and safety is our top priority and we have been working to ensure our campus environment is as safe and clean as possible. With that said, we need to communicate some very important announcements to you below.
A message from Provost Dr. Terry Parker. We continue to closely monitor the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and are taking steps to help keep our students, faculty, and staff healthy.
A message from Provost Dr. Terry Parker. The health and safety of our entire University community is our top priority. As spring break approaches, many of you may have plans to travel throughout the state, the nation, and the world for personal or professional reasons, or to visit with loved ones who have just returned from a trip.
