LAKELAND, Fla. – Florida Polytechnic University will consider an adjustment to its out-of-state tuition rates following recent authorization by the Florida Board of Governors.
Florida Polytechnic University’s annual Giving Day on March 11 soared past its $100,000 fundraising goal, securing $128,389 to support student success, hands-on learning, and the University’s singular STEM mission.
Florida Polytechnic University is launching its first-ever summer camp, the Phoenix STEM Academy, offering students entering grades 3-12 an immersive, hands-on experience designed to spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
For decades, scientists have struggled to quickly and affordably the detect microplastics and nanoplastics polluting the world’s water. Researchers at Florida Polytechnic University are working on a new approach that could change that.
Florida Polytechnic University students recently faced a high-stakes cybersecurity challenge, working to defend a simulated company network at the highly competitive Southeast Regional Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition.
James Andrews ’22 is working to ensure the safety of the nation’s military, defense and law enforcement teams as an electrical engineer at Alakai Defense Systems.
Resume in hand and decked out in a slick business suit, Florida Polytechnic University senior Zane Sheets worked to make a great first impression on potential employers during the Spring 2022 Career and Internship Fair on Tuesday, Feb. 8. “I’m looking to see where my computer science skills can apply, not just in my major concentration of game development and
The number of freshmen applying to Florida Polytechnic University has leapt 30% ahead of the same point in 2021 while out-of-state applications are up 61%. The surge comes as many higher education institutions across the country continue to struggle with enrollment. According to a report by the National Student Clearinghouse Research Center, undergraduate enrollment declined by more than a million
Florida Polytechnic University’s Women’s Powerlifting team is killing it in its inaugural year, and has already earned a spot on the national stage. Madi Yonash, the team’s captain, is preparing to compete in the USA Powerlifting Collegiate National Championship on March 27-30 in Chicago, Illinois, after an outstanding showing last November at the USA Powerlifting Florida Collegiate State Championships in Orlando, Florida.
As the leader of the Florida Polytechnic University chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), Catherine Abraham is thrilled to play a role in helping Black students on campus feel welcome and supported. “When you’re in a space where you might feel like the people surrounding you may not have the same experiences you have, an organization like
Dr. Randy K. Avent, president of Florida Polytechnic University, was named one of the most influential businesspeople in the Tampa Bay area by the Tampa Bay Business Journal. The publication recently revealed its annual Power 100 list recognizing the region’s most impactful business leaders. “This acknowledgment recognizes Florida Poly’s growing reputation as well as our significant economic impact on the
When Cadreeo Hudson ’20 arrived as a freshman to the Florida Polytechnic University campus, he was excited to sign up for intramural sports as a way to meet people, enjoy a little competition, and have fun. Now set to complete his master’s degree in engineering on the engineering management track, Hudson is excited about the opportunity to participate in spring
Dr. Bruce Jacob, an internationally recognized researcher and chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Florida Polytechnic University, has joined the editorial board of IEEE Access. The multidisciplinary online archival journal is a publication of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, a leading international professional organization for technology and engineering professionals. “It means that I get
One of the most daunting parts of the college experience is looking for a job to step into after graduation. Saddle Creek Logistics Services, Florida Polytechnic University’s largest corporate partner, will host Saddle Creek Day on Campus on Thursday, Jan. 20, to engage with students and share ways to successfully begin their careers. “Helping students is really a cultural thing
The mission that drives the Rotaract Club of Florida Poly is rooted in service to community and to others. Student members can help others and be of service while expanding their networking circle, developing leadership skills, and enjoying mentorship and peer camaraderie. Thomas Risalvato, the club’s president, is intent on bringing more peers into the organization to develop leadership skills,
As Patrick Cole works toward his bachelor’s degree at Florida Polytechnic University, he is now secure in the knowledge that he will have a steady income for the remainder of his education and a well-paying career waiting for him after graduation. “I still can’t believe it,” said Cole, who recently was accepted into the U.S. Navy’s elite Nuclear Propulsion Officer
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. FIPR has received $150,000 grant from
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. MyFloridaFuture, which was announced today by the State University System of Florida and the Board of Governors, is an interactive tool designed to help students
