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President Stephenson named to Florida 500 list for second consecutive year

October 21, 2025

Dr. Devin Stephenson, president of Florida Polytechnic University, has once again been recognized among Florida’s 500 most influential business leaders by Florida Trend magazine. This marks the second consecutive year that Stephenson has earned a place on the prestigious Florida 500 list, which honors leaders who are shaping the state’s future through innovation, vision, and impact.

Florida Poly and Sittadel to launch student-driven cybersecurity center

October 20, 2025

Florida Polytechnic University and tech company Sittadel are teaming up to boost the region’s cybersecurity workforce and advance experiential learning and innovation through the development of a new student-powered Security Operations Center.

Experts at Florida Poly panel discuss the future of nuclear fusion

October 15, 2025

The quest for fusion as a source of abundant, clean energy has inspired scientists and innovators for decades. With climate change a global concern, the urgency and uncertainty surrounding nuclear fusion’s role in powering the planet are more relevant than ever. A panel of experts explored this topic at Florida Polytechnic University on Monday, Oct. 13, as part of its

Florida Poly repeats national Top 10 career outcomes ranking

October 14, 2025

Florida Polytechnic University has earned a Top-10 national ranking for graduates’ career outcomes in WalletHub’s 2026 College & University Rankings, released Monday, Oct. 13.

Pioneering research showcases success of Florida Poly’s capstone program

October 9, 2025

A new study finds that Florida Polytechnic University students graduate better prepared for STEM careers than their peers at most institutions, thanks to the University’s distinctive capstone design program.

Creative networking strategy connects students with industry, opportunity

October 8, 2025

When Dr. Kais Jribi, assistant professor of mechanical engineering at Florida Polytechnic University, invited standout students to join him at the industry-leading CAMX, The Composites and Advanced Materials Expo recently in Orlando, his goal went beyond exposing them to learn the latest in advanced manufacturing and composite materials.

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Alum grows into tech-forward career with Publix Super Markets

April 1, 2021

When Greg Willard ’20 took a high school job packing and bagging grocery items at Publix Super Markets, he never imagined his time with the company would evolve from the supermarket floor to its website’s technological infrastructure. “I started as a bagger and worked my way up to customer service clerk – it’s a good company to work for,” said

Students get taste of tech start-up life at Embarc Collective

March 30, 2021

Embarc Collective, a Tampa Bay education nonprofit that helps startup businesses build scalable, successful companies, opened its doors to Florida Polytechnic University students recently and offered them a peek at the possibilities for those considering an entrepreneurial future. “It’s not every day you get to talk to the CEO of an emerging company,” said Florida Poly senior Jason Chua, a

Florida Poly entrepreneurial team wins funding at Catapult LAUNCH Pitch Night

March 22, 2021

LAKELAND, Fla. – An entrepreneurial team of Florida Polytechnic University students earned funding for their development of an innovative gesture-control device for electric longboards at the 2021 Catapult LAUNCH Pitch Night in Lakeland. Seniors Aaron Apigo, Kevin Racktoo, and David Terry walked away from the March 18 event with a $2,500 microgrant to evolve their prototype and advance their business, dex. Interfaces.

Capstone team creates next-generation risk assessment tool

March 18, 2021

In business, it’s important to know whether potential partners have hidden risks that could one day affect either company’s operations. A team of Florida Polytechnic University senior capstone design students are developing a tool to assess this risk and help companies make more informed decisions. “It’s a way to quickly scan the web and give a report of whether or

Engineering alum excels in leadership role with global tech company

March 4, 2021

In the three years since Christopher Krenek ’18 graduated with a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from Florida Polytechnic University, he has become an accomplished process engineer and manages a team of 20 at Carlisle Interconnect Technologies in Saint Augustine, Florida. “I really enjoy creating relationships and developing other people, as well as seeing engineering projects come to fruition,” Krenek

Financial aid opens doors of opportunity to hundreds of Florida Poly students

February 26, 2021

While a student at Tampa Bay Technical High School, Maricelly Nascimento knew she’d need extra financial help to make her academic dreams become a reality. “My dad doesn’t make much money – less than $15,000 a year, so he cannot pay for anything,” said Nascimento, a junior majoring in computer science at Florida Polytechnic University. “I knew if I was

Ready to grow: Florida Poly recruiting dozens of faculty

February 22, 2021

LAKELAND, Fla. – Florida Polytechnic University, the only state university dedicated entirely to STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), is poised for unprecedented growth as it seeks to add 25 new faculty members for the fall 2021 semester. The recruitment effort comes as many universities across the country are shedding faculty positions in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. One

Phoenix Lacrosse shines in inaugural season opener

February 22, 2021

The Phoenix Lacrosse Team took the field for the first time on Friday, Feb. 19, in a Purple and White exhibition game. The spirited event drew a crowd of more than 100 Florida Polytechnic University students and other supporters eager to cheer on the student athletes in their debut game despite the cold, rainy weather. “I think it went fantastic,”

Students share high-tech project experience with future collegians

February 16, 2021

Middle and high school students at dozens of schools across the state learned about the culture of hands-on, high-tech learning at Florida Poly University on Thursday, Feb. 11. The live virtual event was a joint effort between the University and stemCONNECT, a program of the Florida High-Tech Corridor, aimed at inspiring young students to consider STEM careers. “I hope that

New partnership with FSC to provide 4+1 MBA opportunities to Florida Poly grads

February 15, 2021

LAKELAND, Fla. – Florida Polytechnic University and Florida Southern College announced today an exclusive public-private partnership that will allow Florida Poly students to earn a STEM bachelor’s degree and a Master of Business Administration from Florida Southern in five years or less. The new partnership is the first of its kind in the region, offering a direct and affordable path

Students design next generation of high-tech, sentimental jewelry

February 11, 2021

For centuries, lockets have allowed people to keep precious memories close to their hearts. A team of Florida Polytechnic University capstone students is modernizing the traditional sentimental accessory, infusing it with advanced technology and limitless possibilities. “Our goal is to create an accessory that’s basically like a smart locket that displays photos and audio recordings,” said Steven Lim, a senior

Students gain professional boost through career fair and CODES events

February 5, 2021

As students work their way through the spring semester, Florida Polytechnic University is making sure they have access to many virtual workshops, speaker sessions, and a career fair to improve their employability and their professional prospects. Career Opportunities Developing Evolutionary Success (CODES) kicked off its schedule of nearly a dozen events this semester on Feb. 1 with a Microsoft Mondays