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  • Florida Poly professor selected for distinguished Fulbright Specialist Roster

    May 29, 2025

    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

    May 23, 2025

    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, made recently by the Florida Board of Governors, 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

    May 20, 2025

    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.

  • Florida Poly president receives European honor, strengthens global ties

    May 16, 2025

    Dr. Devin Stephenson, president of Florida Polytechnic University, was formally inducted into the esteemed Royal European Academy of Doctors (RAED) this week, representing a defining achievement in his leadership journey and reinforcing the University's expanding international presence.

  • Florida Poly defies national trends with affordable degrees, powerful outcomes

    May 13, 2025

    With the average cost of a four-year degree continuing to soar, a recent survey shows 81% of college students believe tuition is out of control. They are also concerned about student debt and job prospects. Florida Polytechnic University students find a different experience.

  • Florida Poly appoints Dr. Brad Thiessen to lead academic vision as provost and VP

    May 8, 2025

    Dr. Brad Thiessen has been named provost and vice president of academic affairs of Florida Polytechnic University, where he will serve as the institution's chief academic officer, guiding the quality, integrity and advancement of its academic mission.

  • Florida Poly celebrates largest graduating class in University history

    May 4, 2025

    Florida Polytechnic University reached a significant milestone on Sunday, May 4, as it celebrated its largest commencement ceremony to date. More than 330 students earned in-demand degrees at the state's only all-STEM public university, ready to make important contributions to their industries.

  • Q&A: Tenacious grad ready to power the future of energy

    May 2, 2025

    The Florida Polytechnic University experience has been transformative for Prisca Chavannes '25. She arrived as a quiet freshman from Lehigh Acres, Florida, and has grown into a confident and driven campus leader.

  • Florida Poly brothers set to graduate, build future success

    May 2, 2025

    Among the more than 330 Phoenixes who will celebrate their high-demand STEM degrees during Florida Polytechnic University's commencement on Sunday, May 4, are brothers Dimitri and Taki Tsetsekas, campus leaders and business partners from Palm Harbor, Florida.

  • Q&A: Data science grad fueled by family, empowered by data

    May 1, 2025

    Maria Valencia '25 will be proud to represent her family when she receives her bachelor's degree in data science from Florida Polytechnic University on Sunday, May 4. She said she is honored to show what she has done with the opportunities her mother, an immigrant from Colombia, worked so hard for.