
Five Florida Poly faculty among world’s top 2% of scientists
Research advancing scientific knowledge and technology has earned five Florida Polytechnic University faculty members a place on Stanford University’s 2026 World’s Top 2% Scientists list.

Research advancing scientific knowledge and technology has earned five Florida Polytechnic University faculty members a place on Stanford University’s 2026 World’s Top 2% Scientists list.

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.

Florida Polytechnic University’s new athletics program has received its first philanthropic gift, a $60,000 contribution from longtime Lakeland residents Bob and Deedra Knight. The milestone donation marks an exciting step forward for Florida Poly Athletics as the University builds its inaugural sports teams and gains support from the local community.

The Commission for Public Higher Education (CPHE) announced today that its Board of Directors has voted to grant accreditation to Florida Polytechnic University, marking the Commission’s first accreditation decision since its founding in 2025.

University and international leaders gathered at Florida Polytechnic University on Wednesday, Oct. 21, to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the U.S. State Department’s Fulbright Program alongside the nation’s 250th anniversary.

The Florida Polytechnic University Police Department has become the first law enforcement agency in the nation to integrate an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle into its operations. The manned aircraft, dubbed Astro in a double nod to science and the dog from the classic Jetsons cartoon, marks Florida Poly’s entry into the rapidly developing field of advanced air

Florida Polytechnic University welcomed the new academic year on Monday, Aug. 18 with a record-breaking total enrollment of more than 1,900 students, marking a more than 10% increase over last year’s historic enrollment and the second consecutive year of growth.

Florida Polytechnic University is welcoming the largest cohort of distinguished Fulbright awardees in its history, with international scholars and students set to pursue advanced research and graduate studies during the 2025-26 academic year.

Degrees in computer science and engineering deliver the highest return on investment (ROI) for college students, according to a new analysis of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data. At Florida Polytechnic University, the state’s only university exclusively dedicated to STEM, 85% of students are pursuing these high-value degrees, positioning them for strong career outcomes and long-term success.

From late-night robotics lab sessions to the forefront of autonomous vehicle technology, Joseph Patullo ’21 is driving innovation as a systems software engineer at NVIDIA’s autonomous vehicles division in Santa Clara, California.

Taming complex data streams from sensors, real-time dashboards, and cutting-edge site technology gave Florida Polytechnic University student Tyler Mondalto a front-row view of how his computer science education can drive meaningful industry innovation.

In a bold move to address physician shortages and expand access to high-quality medical training, Florida Polytechnic University and the Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine (OCOM) announced a new program that will allow students to earn both Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degrees in just six years.

Florida Polytechnic University student Cassidy Campbell knows that in mathematics, every effort adds up. This summer, her dedication and skills have added up to a standout internship at Savannah River National Laboratory in South Carolina.

Performing maintenance outside the International Space Station is a complex and risky task that requires astronauts to wear bulky space suits and conduct spacewalks to repair vital components like the station’s protective multi-layer insulation.

Instead of spending his summer in a classroom or at the beach, Maksymilian Kruc is donning a neon yellow vest and heading into the field, helping Publix manage its environmental footprint from the inside out.

Florida Polytechnic University is deepening its global reach through a new partnership with the Hungarian-American Fulbright Commission, paving the way for dynamic student exchanges focused on advanced research and STEM education.

Florida Polytechnic University’s Phoenix Racing clinched an impressive third place at the Electrek Formula Sun Grand Prix this weekend, an elite collegiate endurance race held in Bowling Green, Kentucky. The team’s strong performance marked an outstanding climb from its seventh-place debut in 2024.

Over a 50-year career, Dr. Muhammad Rashid has become a towering figure in the world of electrical engineering. Universities around the world use his textbooks, top industry organizations seek his input, and lines for autographs after his speaking engagements can stretch for an hour or more.