News

  • Florida Poly ranked #2 for best affordable mechanical engineering degree

    Mar 5, 2020

    Florida Polytechnic University has been ranked number two in the nation for delivering quality, affordable mechanical engineering education by Affordable Schools. The website provides resources to help college-bound students find high-quality, affordable programs.

  • State of Florida declares public health emergency

    Mar 4, 2020

    The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff is our top priority. Visit this webpage for resources and additional information. March 4, 3:30 p.m. Dear Florida Poly community, We continue to closely monitor the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and are taking steps to help keep our students, faculty, and staff healthy.

  • Founding trustee honored by Florida Poly Board of Trustees

    Mar 4, 2020

    The Florida Polytechnic University Board of Trustees approved a resolution honoring former Trustee Richard "Dick" Hallion for his dedication and service to the board and the University during its meeting on Feb. 26.

  • Florida Poly alum helping smart cities be smarter

    Mar 3, 2020

    As metropolitan areas continue transitioning to the "smart cities" of tomorrow, Florida Polytechnic University alum Mitchell Mefford '18 is working with community and industry leaders to help ensure their organizations are wise when it comes to energy.

  • Purple Fire Robotics battles to number one in statewide competition

    Feb 28, 2020

    For the first time, the Purple Fire Robotics Club got to enjoy the sweet taste of victory. The Florida Polytechnic University team not only grabbed its first win in a statewide combat tournament, but they crushed their competitors on their way to becoming undeniable battle champions.

  • Spring break travel guidance announced

    Feb 27, 2020

    The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff is our top priority. Visit this webpage for resources and additional information. February 27, 5 p.m. Dear faculty and staff, 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. We urge everyone to take the ongoing global coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak seriously and take precautions to remain healthy and prevent the spread of disease.

  • Entrepreneur and tech funder to speak at Florida Poly's 2020 commencement

    Feb 26, 2020

    Renowned Florida entrepreneur Tom E. Wallace has been named commencement speaker for Florida Polytechnic University's spring 2020 graduation on May 3. Wallace said he's excited with this new role because the University is exactly what the state was lacking to elevate its tech potential to the likes of Silicon Valley.

  • Florida Poly students stand together against proposed UF merger

    Feb 25, 2020

    A student-led effort to express support for Florida Polytechnic University and opposition to a proposed merger with the University of Florida transformed the serene Oak Grove into a setting of boisterous unity on Tuesday, Feb. 25.

  • Students celebrate at Florida Poly's Degree Declaration Day

    Feb 24, 2020

    Freshman Timothy Honeycutt strode up to a kiosk in the center of the Saddle Creek Logistics Commons on Feb. 24 to grab a cupcake and officially declare electrical engineering as his major during Florida Polytechnic University's first Degree Declaration Day.

  • Dozens of companies seek high-skilled STEM talent at Florida Poly career fair

    Feb 21, 2020

    Fifty companies gathered at the Innovation, Science, and Technology building in Lakeland this week for the annual spring career fair, looking to fill countless positions with the high-tech, high-skilled talent Florida Polytechnic University produces.