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Air Force veteran Shaina Kesti, a computer engineering freshman at Florida Polytechnic University, stands in front of the IST building on campus.

Air Force veteran finds new mission in engineering

After more than eight years in the U.S. Air Force, Shaina Kesti is preparing for a new mission: using engineering to help fellow veterans regain mobility and independence. As Kesti looked toward her future, the Florida Poly freshman and computer engineering major channeled an interest in robotics and a desire to help people who have lost limbs.

Florida Poly President Dr. Devin Stephenson (seated, left) and Two-N Co., Ltd. CEO Jaehun Kim, sign a memorandum of understanding to partner on recovering critical minerals from phosphate mining wastewater.

Florida Poly and South Korean tech company partner for critical mineral research

Florida Polytechnic University and South Korean technology company Two-N Co., Ltd. joined forces on Oct. 29, to launch research in critical mineral recovery from phosphate mining byproducts. The collaboration establishes a multi-year framework for technical exchange, joint research and testing using advanced membrane distillation technology.

Dr. Devin Stephenson, president of Florida Polytechnic University, was named to the prestigious Florida 500 list for the third year years in a row.

President Stephenson earns third Florida 500 recognition

Dr. Devin Stephenson, president of Florida Polytechnic University, has been named to Florida Trend magazine’s prestigious Florida 500 list for the third straight year, recognizing his leadership and growing influence in advancing STEM education and economic development.

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Expert panel explores drones, privacy and safety at Florida Poly

The nation’s skies have grown busier each year, with a surge in the number of drones taking flight. With this in mind, a panel of experts discussed how this rise in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology is reshaping public space, privacy and regulation.

Autonomous robots power high-tech dining at Florida Poly

Florida Polytechnic University’s newest high-tech addition is making dining on campus a little easier, and a lot more fun. With just a few taps on a phone screen, autonomous delivery robots can quickly deliver bagels, burritos, lattes and much more to Phoenixes throughout campus.

Florida Poly launches Phoenix STEM Academy summer camp

Florida Polytechnic University is launching its first-ever summer camp, the Phoenix STEM Academy, offering students entering grades 3-12 an immersive, hands-on experience designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).

New industry scholarship supports Florida Poly engineering majors

Florida Poly’s economic and community impact continues to grow, with industry partners supporting its all-STEM mission by connecting directly with students and sponsoring internships, capstone projects and more. Lakeland-based CivilSurv Design Group, Inc. has taken its support a step further.