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  • Students gain professional boost through career fair and CODES events

    Feb 5, 2021

    As students work their way through the spring semester, Florida Polytechnic University is making sure they have access to many virtual workshops, speaker sessions, and a career fair to improve their employability and their professional prospects.

  • NSBE provides members a firm foundation and strong support

    Feb 2, 2021

    When senior Charisma Clarke transferred to Florida Polytechnic University after studying in his native Bahamas for two years, he was excited to join a student organization that supported him and offered him a stronger sense of belonging.

  • Fulbright scholars explore educational opportunities at Florida Poly

    Jan 28, 2021

    Florida Polytechnic University is helping three Fulbright scholars broaden their cultural experiences while they pursue an advanced graduate education.

  • Founding Trustee's donation supports first-generation scholars

    Jan 26, 2021

    When a vision for the first state university dedicated entirely to STEM began to blossom in 2012, Robert Gidel was tapped to join Florida Polytechnic University's first Board of Trustees and help guide the creation of the new institution.

  • Grad student finds success, support with faculty mentor

    Jan 21, 2021

    In immense grief and mired in one of the most difficult times of her life following the death of her father, Florida Polytechnic University student Jordan Douglass sought to drop her operations research class in spring 2019 to allow herself time to grieve and regroup.

  • Florida Poly bucks national trend with increase in transfer student enrollment

    Jan 19, 2021

    LAKELAND, Fla. - The number of transfer students enrolling at Florida Polytechnic University has increased dramatically for the Spring 2021 semester, in stark contrast to national trends.

  • Florida Poly aims to advance diversity and inclusion in 2021

    Jan 15, 2021

    Florida Polytechnic University's Office of Diversity and Inclusion is laser focused on ensuring the entire campus community feels accepted, comfortable, and included, regardless of race, gender, nationality, religion, or other characteristics.

  • Florida Poly Police build safety through community

    Jan 8, 2021

    With a commitment to campus safety and a friendly attitude, the Florida Polytechnic University Police Department prides itself on connecting with students and building relationships with those they serve and protect.

  • Professor's research featured in WHO COVID-19 database

    Jan 5, 2021

    Dr. Ajeet Kaushik, assistant professor of chemistry at Florida Polytechnic University, joined scientists around the world in shifting his attention in 2020 toward addressing the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • 2020 Florida Poly look back

    Dec 18, 2020

    In the face of a pandemic that challenged the way the world operates, Florida Polytechnic University worked throughout 2020 to support students, improve academic opportunities, and help the surrounding community. Among the events that stood out in an unprecedented year were national recognitions, new programs, and advances in innovation.