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.
Five Florida Polytechnic University faculty members have earned a place on Stanford University’s prestigious World’s Top 2% Scientists annual list. The recognition reflects their years of dedicated research and contributions to advancing knowledge in their fields.
When Florida Polytechnic University student Eli Wolfe started an internship at Coke Florida, he didn’t just learn more about the company’s operations; he improved them.
Presidents, provosts, and other higher education leaders from across the country gathered at Florida Polytechnic University on Sept. 29-30 to explore new directions in the field at the annual Higher Education Innovation (HEI) 2025 Presidents’ Conference.
Dozens of high-tech employers connected with over 700 Florida Polytechnic University students at the annual Fall Career and Internship Fair on Thursday, Sept. 25, seeking the next generation of STEM professionals to help move their companies or agencies forward.
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Florida Polytechnic University has earned its fifth straight title as the No. 1 public college in the South in U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 Best Colleges Rankings, a testament to the University’s exceptional growth and sustained excellence in just its 11th year.
Experts on the atmospheres and climates of other planets and ways to modify them for the possibility of human habitation gathered at Florida Polytechnic University on Monday, Nov. 18, to participate in a panel discussion on the topic at the institution’s inaugural Presidential Speaker Series event. “This series is all about bringing together thought leaders and innovators who are shaping
Florida’s Interstate-4 corridor from Tampa to Orlando is notorious for high accidents rates, ranking among the most dangerous highways in the nation. In response, Dr. Rawa Adla, assistant professor of computer engineering at Florida Polytechnic University, is leading innovative research to make I-4 safer for drivers. Through two grants totaling $252,000 from the Florida Department of Transportation as part of
A strategic collaboration between energy giant Duke Energy and Florida Polytechnic University is fueling innovation and powering the future of STEM talent. The seven-year relationship has flourished, providing essential support for the University and access to a pipeline of top engineering talent to Duke Energy. Duke Energy and the Duke Energy Foundation have invested over $350,000 into Florida Poly’s programs
Florida Polytechnic University students had an exciting look at the future of transportation technology this week during a visit to SunTrax, the autonomous vehicle (AV) testing and development facility in Auburndale, Florida. As they toured the cutting-edge facility, the first of its kind in the country, students experienced firsthand how this rapidly evolving technology is rigorously tested and refined in
When Hurricanes Helene and Milton battered Central Florida and beyond within just two weeks this fall, the Rotaract Club at Florida Polytechnic University sprang into action. With a motto of “Service above self,” the student leadership and community service organization quickly voted to contribute $500 toward hurricane relief efforts. And when they heard that the residents of a nearby senior
A love of aircraft and aerospace is bringing together Florida Polytechnic University students who want to put their engineering know-how to the test while building and flying faster, more aerodynamic model airplanes and helicopters. Flight Club is a new student organization that launched at the beginning of the fall semester, quickly gaining popularity. “I’ve always had an interest in aerospace
An international research partnership at Florida Polytechnic University is developing new technology to improve the performance of batteries that will power the machinery that keeps the world running. Dr. Gerardo Carbajal, an associate professor of mechanical engineering at Florida Poly, is leading two energy-focused projects in collaboration with Dr. Antonio Soria, a professor at the University Carlos III of Madrid
While many technology and engineering students may not think much about chemistry in their day-to-day studies, a group of chemistry students and faculty aimed to change that with a fun, hands-on event at the Barnett Applied Research Center on Thursday, Oct. 24. Discover the Magic of Chemistry in Photography and Imaging was part of the University’s celebration of National Chemistry
Dr. Devin Stephenson, president of Florida Polytechnic University, has been named to the prestigious Florida 500, an annual list published by Florida Trend magazine recognizing the state’s most influential executives in diverse economic sectors. This acknowledgment marks Stephenson’s debut on the list, following his appointment earlier this year as Florida Poly’s second president. “I am deeply honored to be recognized
Florida Polytechnic University was ranked No. 8 in the nation for top career outcomes for its graduates in WalletHub’s 2025’s Best Universities Ranking, released this week. This recognition placed Florida Poly alongside elite institutions such as the California Institute of Technology, Georgetown University and Duke University. Among public institutions, Florida Poly ranked No. 1 in the country. Additionally, WalletHub ranked
Florida Polytechnic University had an important presence at a prestigious international conference specifically dedicated to the development and innovation of the citrus flavor and beverage industries. Dr. Robert Kryger, an adjunct professor of physics and a citrus industry veteran, recently highlighted the state’s long history in citrus flavor technology at the annual International Citrus and Beverage Conference in Clearwater, Florida,
Nearly 100 high-tech companies gathered at Florida Polytechnic University’s Fall Career and Internship Fair on Tuesday, Oct. 1, offering students pathways to competitive, in-demand opportunities. The career fair was the University’s largest ever, growing by over 40% in both student and employer attendance since fall 2023. More than 700 students attended the event. “We’ve hired plenty of Florida Poly students
