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Student Hugh Cyhowski and his mother, Sarah , pose for a photo with Solaris, Florida Poly’s mascot at Phoenix Family Day.

Florida Poly families connect, explore and celebrate at Phoenix Family Day

October 19, 2026

Hundreds of students, families, faculty and staff gathered at Florida Polytechnic University campus on Saturday, Oct. 17, for Phoenix Family Day, exploring student life through hands-on demonstrations, games and fun. The annual event gave families an opportunity to experience campus, connect with the University community and see how their students are making Florida Poly their home away from home. Across

University officials and community leaders cut the ribbon on Florida Polytechnic University’s new University Safety and Operations Center on Thursday, Oct. 15.

Florida Poly opens new home for campus safety and operations

October 15, 2026

Florida Polytechnic University celebrated the grand opening of its University Safety and Operations Center (USO) on Thursday, Oct. 15, enhancing campus security, facilities services and emergency readiness as the University continues to grow.

The Innovation, Science and Technology building at Florida Poly, which has been named the No. 4 university in the country for career outcomes by WalletHub.

Florida Poly ranks No. 4 nationally for career outcomes

October 13, 2026

Florida Polytechnic University ranked No. 4 in the nation and No. 1 among public universities for career outcomes, according to WalletHub’s 2027 College & University Rankings, released Monday, Oct. 12.

Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling (center) visits Florida Polytechnic University for a roundtable discussion. He is joined by Florida Poly President Dr. Devin Stephenson, two away on his right, and state leadership.

Florida Poly hosts U.S. Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling for workforce development discussion

October 8, 2026

U.S. Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling visited Florida Polytechnic University on Wednesday, Oct. 7, to lead a roundtable discussion on preparing students for high-demand careers and meeting employer’s evolving workforce needs.

Two panelists participate in a Florida Poly discussion on Oct. 6.

Florida Poly hosts panel on major political party approaches to national issues

October 6, 2026

With the Nov. 3 midterm elections just four weeks away, Florida Polytechnic University attracted over 100 people to a panel discussion on Oct. 6, about differing political party approaches to hot-button issues such as artificial intelligence, affordable housing and public investment.

The 2026 NanoFlorida Conference is hosted by Florida Poly this year. Dr. Devin Stephenson, the University's president welcomes attendees to the event.

Future of nanoscience on display as research summit comes to Florida Poly

October 3, 2026

The tiny technology fueling some of the world’s biggest breakthroughs was front and center at Florida Polytechnic University during Florida Association for Nanotechnology’s annual NanoFlorida Conference.

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Austin Lubetkin '19 is a software engineer at Northrup Grumman and an accomplished digital artist. His Florida Poly degree is in computer science.

Art and engineering drive Florida Poly alum’s success

June 5, 2026

Austin Lubetkin ’19 has built a career at the intersection of technology and creativity, balancing software engineering at Northrop Grumman with a passion for visual art. Now, the Florida Poly alumnus is bringing those worlds together in “Memories of Water,” an exhibit at the Orlando Science Center.

Clay Roberts is Florida Poly's first men's soccer head coach.

Florida Poly scores veteran coach for men’s soccer

June 3, 2026

Florida Polytechnic University has named Clay Roberts the first head coach of its men’s soccer program, adding an experienced team builder as the University continues launching its new athletics department.

Florida Poly leaders and Presidential Ambassadors at the Florida State Capitol.

New state investment fuels Florida Poly’s continued momentum and growth

May 29, 2026

Florida Polytechnic University is poised to continue its strong trajectory of growth following the Florida Legislature’s approval of $19 million in the state’s 2026-2027 budget to support student success initiatives, infrastructure growth and strategic enrollment expansion.

Senior Joseph Noble is part of the prestigious DAAD RISE program in Germany this summer, working to advance generative AI.

Florida Poly senior heads to Germany to advance generative AI engineering

May 27, 2026

Florida Poly senior Joseph Noble is taking on a global challenge that could help transform the use of generative artificial intelligence in mechanical engineering. Noble, a computer engineering major, is working at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Germany this summer as part of the country’s prestigious DAAD RISE program.

Head Women's Basketball Coach Nikki Jessee at Florida Polytechnic University

Florida Poly tips off women’s basketball with first head coach

May 20, 2026

Florida Polytechnic University has named Nikki Jessee as the first head coach of its women’s basketball program, adding another experienced leader as the University continues to build Florida Poly Athletics.

Florida Poly VP Cole Allen receives 2026 Ellucian Impact Award from Ellucian executive Christi Segal.

Florida Poly earns global recognition for digital campus transformation

May 15, 2026

Florida Polytechnic University has been recognized with the prestigious 2026 Ellucian Impact Award for transforming the student experience through advanced technology solutions that improve student success and operational efficiency.

Cameron Williams plays Florida Poly esports.

Florida Poly Esports earns top-three finish at national competition

May 14, 2026

Four Florida Polytechnic University esports teams recently donned their digital armor, stepping onto the national stage and battling top programs from institutions such as Purdue University, Georgia Tech, and the University of Michigan.

Head Women's Soccer Coach Jack Paris portrait outdoors

Florida Poly kicks off women’s soccer program with inaugural head coach

May 11, 2026

Florida Polytechnic University has named Jack Paris as the first head coach of its women’s soccer program as the University continues building its new athletics department.

Record class graduates at Florida Poly, inspired by astronaut Koichi Wakata

May 9, 2026

Florida Polytechnic University marked a significant milestone on Saturday, May 9, celebrating its largest graduating class to date as more than 430 students crossed the stage at the University’s 2026 commencement.

Q&A: Mechanical engineering grad turns curiosity into a career path

May 8, 2026

Andrew McDonnell ’26 never stopped dreaming about the stars. As a child, he looked up at the sky, wondering what was out there, and that curiosity followed him to Florida Poly, where he pursued a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, took aerospace courses, and worked on a lunar mobility senior capstone project. He graduates on May 9.

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Florida Poly families connect, explore and celebrate at Phoenix Family Day

Florida Poly opens new home for campus safety and operations

Florida Poly ranks No. 4 nationally for career outcomes

Florida Poly hosts U.S. Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling for workforce development discussion

Florida Poly hosts panel on major political party approaches to national issues

Future of nanoscience on display as research summit comes to Florida Poly

All Stories

Art and engineering drive Florida Poly alum’s success

Florida Poly scores veteran coach for men’s soccer

New state investment fuels Florida Poly’s continued momentum and growth

Florida Poly senior heads to Germany to advance generative AI engineering

Florida Poly tips off women’s basketball with first head coach

Florida Poly earns global recognition for digital campus transformation

Florida Poly Esports earns top-three finish at national competition

Florida Poly kicks off women’s soccer program with inaugural head coach

Record class graduates at Florida Poly, inspired by astronaut Koichi Wakata

Q&A: Mechanical engineering grad turns curiosity into a career path

Florida Poly reaches housing capacity as record growth drives need for strategic investment

Student leaders step forward as Florida Poly Presidential Ambassadors

Art and engineering drive Florida Poly alum’s success

Florida Poly scores veteran coach for men’s soccer

New state investment fuels Florida Poly’s continued momentum and growth

Florida Poly senior heads to Germany to advance generative AI engineering

Florida Poly tips off women’s basketball with first head coach

Florida Poly earns global recognition for digital campus transformation

Florida Poly Esports earns top-three finish at national competition

Florida Poly kicks off women’s soccer program with inaugural head coach

Record class graduates at Florida Poly, inspired by astronaut Koichi Wakata

Q&A: Mechanical engineering grad turns curiosity into a career path

Florida Poly reaches housing capacity as record growth drives need for strategic investment

Student leaders step forward as Florida Poly Presidential Ambassadors