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$500K Google grant drives AI integration across Florida Poly curriculum

As artificial intelligence reshapes the global technology landscape, STEM educators must be more vigilant than ever to keep their students’ skills at the cutting edge. A $500,000 grant from Google is supporting Florida Polytechnic University faculty as they work to make that happen.

Alumna’s rising EA career inspires podcast for young professionals in STEM

When Natalie Thompson ’19 settles into her cozy home office, she is working on far more than a passion project. The Florida Polytechnic University data analytics graduate is building a growing platform to help young professionals share their journeys and encourage others to pursue their high-tech career goals.

Florida Poly recaps 2025: A year of bold growth and success

The year 2025 is ending just as audaciously for Florida Polytechnic University as it began. In a year that launched with a public safety-enhancing police invention and drew to a close with nearly $1 billion in economic impact, Florida Poly celebrated progress, expansion and international success.

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Alum finds tech success with $120K Facebook partnership

For Andre Ripley ’19, Facebook provides much more than a way to stay connected to friends and family. The social media and technology company is giving him a chance at a lucrative career and success as a tech entrepreneur. Ripley, who graduated from Florida Polytechnic University with a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering, was awarded a $120,000 partnership deal with

Professor shares novel mathematical concept with Florida Poly students and faculty

Students interested in learning an innovative way to make solving a complex mathematical problem faster and easier crowded into the Aula Magna at Florida Polytechnic University on Jan. 31. Dr. Udita Katugampola, an assistant professor of mathematics, shared with the students a fast and nontraditional approach he has developed to find the eigenvector of a matrix. He explained how his

Ultimate Frisbee flies into action at Florida Poly

Florida Polytechnic University senior Megan Morano attended her first practice of the Florida Poly Mutants on a lark. The business analytics major knew nothing about ultimate Frisbee and expected the practice to be her one and only, but Morano was all in as soon as she discovered the group of supportive, friendly players who were focused on helping her improve.

University suspends all travel to China

The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff is our top priority. Visit this webpage for resources and additional information. January 30, 11 a.m. To all Florida Poly Employees: Out of an abundance of caution, the University has decided to suspend ALL travel to China. This includes University-sponsored travel or any work-related trips to China. As we continue

Professor prioritizes mentorship for student success

Florida Polytechnic University senior Joshua Santos is laser-focused on pursuing a PhD and advancing in the field of electrical engineering. Since connecting with Dr. Muhammad Ullah, an assistant professor of electrical and computer engineering, Santos has made great strides toward his goal. Santos, from Oxford, Florida, worked closely with Ullah and fellow student Troy Kelly on research about carbon nanotubes.

Coronavirus overview and prevention tips

The health and safety of our students, faculty, and staff is our top priority. Visit this webpage for resources and additional information. January 29, 2:30 p.m. Florida Poly Community, The well-being of our students, faculty and staff is Florida Poly’s top priority. We are monitoring updates related to the coronavirus, a serious respiratory illness that has caused more than 100

New paid parental leave benefit on the way for Florida Poly employees

When Jill Hernandez gives birth to her third child this March, she plans to use her accrued vacation and sick leave to stay home with her new son for nine weeks. However, she may have a better option as a Florida Polytechnic University employee. A new parental leave policy proposed by Florida Poly would mean the associate director of finance

PhoenixHacks takes innovation to new heights at Florida Poly

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. The PhoenixHacks event brought together students from different disciplines, backgrounds, and skill levels to show off their technological know-how and build a software or hardware product from start to finish.

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

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. A team of Florida Polytechnic University students is developing a device for the company Omni Pressure Cleaning that will quickly clean vehicles of lovebug debris and get drivers safely

Outreach program highlights STEM at Florida Poly

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. Outreach to the Future is a new program that welcomes middle and high schools to campus. The

Florida Poly sees exceptional rise in applications

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. The new numbers are

Leadership takes center stage for students at Florida Poly

As a resident assistant at Florida Polytechnic University, junior Krystal Rivera understands the importance of being there for other students as a friend, and as a leader. “Because in my position I have interactions with many students, I want to develop myself and improve as a person so I can help others,” said Rivera, a mechanical engineering major from Carolina,