News

  • PhoenixHacks takes innovation to new heights at Florida Poly

    Jan 27, 2020

    The results of 24 hours of ingenuity, innovation, and hard work were on display after a fun and challenging hackathon competition on Jan. 26 at the Florida Polytechnic University Campus.

  • Hate lovebugs? Florida Poly students work to make them less of a nuisance

    Jan 24, 2020

    Driving down Florida's highways during lovebug season can be irritating, distracting, and even dangerous. Swarms of the insects can engulf vehicles, rapidly leading to poor visibility once they hit the windshield.

  • Outreach program highlights STEM at Florida Poly

    Jan 23, 2020

    Middle and high school students with an interest in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) have a new way to get a close-up look at what Florida Polytechnic University has to offer and how the University can help them meet their career goals.

  • Florida Poly sees exceptional rise in applications

    Jan 22, 2020

    LAKELAND, Fla. - Florida Polytechnic University is experiencing a significant increase in the number of students applying to become Phoenixes. At only two-thirds of the way through the 2020 recruitment cycle, the University has received 31% more freshman applications compared to this time last year. This includes a 44% increase in applicants from out of state.

  • Leadership takes center stage for students at Florida Poly

    Jan 16, 2020

    Master Sgt. Matthew Orlando, the Airman Leadership School commandant at MacDill Air Force Base, headed the first Leadership Co-Curricular Endorsement (CCE) Series workshop at Florida Polytechnic University on Jan. 15.

  • "Crazy idea" leads Florida Poly students to take on the technology services market

    Jan 15, 2020

    A group of Florida Polytechnic University students has found work with a great company that offers hands-on experience, flexible hours, fun co-workers, and the kind of boss most people only dream of - themselves.

  • Students find their place at spring Club Row

    Jan 14, 2020

    Matthew Dutchess wasn't quite sure what he was getting himself into when he agreed to participate in his first Nerf Tech Humans vs Zombies event at Florida Polytechnic University. It turned out to be one of the most consequential decisions of his college career.

  • Students start 2020 with a focus on wellness at Florida Poly

    Jan 13, 2020

    As the spring semester kicks into high gear, Florida Polytechnic University students are mindful of the need to maintain their physical and mental health while they pursue their rigorous coursework.

  • University police find success combining enforcement with outreach

    Jan 9, 2020

    Officers of the Florida Polytechnic University Police Department have seen and done it all. With more than 250 years of law enforcement among them, these seasoned officers use their expertise to keep the Florida Poly community safe every day.

  • Florida Poly alum spreads his wings at software engineering firm

    Jan 7, 2020

    In the year since Sofiane Fellah received his bachelor's degree at Florida Polytechnic University, he has begun building an enviable career on the outskirts of Washington, D.C.