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  • FIPR secures $150K grant to create U.S. source of critical rare earth elements

    Jan 11, 2022

    The production of computers, solar panels, smartphones, electric cars, and more all rely on a steady supply of rare earth elements. China currently supplies most of the world's rare earth elements, but a new Department of Energy grant awarded to Florida Polytechnic University's Florida Industrial and Phosphate Research Institute (FIPR) aims to change that.

  • New online tool helps bolster STEM careers from Florida Poly

    Jan 10, 2022

    Talented high school students who aim to pursue high-wage careers in science, technology, engineering, and math can now easily learn how Florida Polytechnic University can help them achieve their goals through an innovative online tool.

  • Positivity and commitment to service drive Florida Poly police officer

    Jan 7, 2022

    Officer Bobby Neil brings a specific mindset to his daily work with the Florida Polytechnic University Police Department.

  • Here are Florida Poly's top 10 stories of 2021

    Dec 30, 2021

    The end of 2021 marks a year filled with national recognition, exceptional growth, and incredible achievements. Amid a changed global landscape, the Florida Polytechnic University community worked hard to continue growing and moving forward. The year's highlights included impressive U.S. News and World Report and other rankings, international accolades for stellar faculty members, and innovative opportunities for hands-on learning. Read the list of Florida Poly's top 10 stories of 2021.

  • Student food pantry gets boost from corporate donor

    Dec 16, 2021

    The food pantry at Florida Polytechnic University aims to take a big burden from the shoulders of students who may not know exactly where their next meal will come from.

  • Winter break campus services and closures

    Dec 13, 2021

    The 2021 winter break begins on Saturday, Dec. 17. We hope you have a relaxing winter break and a happy holiday season. The list below outlines the closures and services available at Florida Polytechnic University through the winter break. We look forward to seeing you back on campus on Monday, Jan. 10.

  • Annual toy drive benefits children in Lakeland and Honduras

    Dec 9, 2021

    The Florida Polytechnic University community mustered its spirit of charity and goodwill this season and stepped up to donate toys, books, and other gifts to children who could use a little extra cheer this holiday season. The donations will be delivered to pediatric patients at Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center and to children in an impoverished community in Honduras.

  • Three Florida Poly professors among world's top 2% of scientists

    Dec 7, 2021

    With research interests in nanomedicine, energy systems, and rare earth element recovery, three Florida Polytechnic University professors have been named to the prestigious global list of top scientists compiled annually by Stanford University.

  • Student-created video games draw big crowds

    Dec 6, 2021

    For the first time in two years, the Florida Polytechnic University Fall Game EXPO returned to in-person gameplay on Saturday, Dec. 4, energizing student game developers and attracting hundreds of game-loving high schoolers to campus.

  • Autonomous car arrives at Florida Poly to enhance research at new facility

    Nov 30, 2021

    Researchers at Florida Polytechnic University's Advanced Mobility Institute are beginning a new phase in their work on autonomous vehicle testing and verification. The research is shifting gears from software to hardware testing at a new simulation facility on campus, funded in part by a $350,000 grant from the National Science Foundation.