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Air Force veteran Shaina Kesti, a computer engineering freshman at Florida Polytechnic University, stands in front of the IST building on campus.

Air Force veteran finds new mission in engineering

After more than eight years in the U.S. Air Force, Shaina Kesti is preparing for a new mission: using engineering to help fellow veterans regain mobility and independence. As Kesti looked toward her future, the Florida Poly freshman and computer engineering major channeled an interest in robotics and a desire to help people who have lost limbs.

Florida Poly President Dr. Devin Stephenson (seated, left) and Two-N Co., Ltd. CEO Jaehun Kim, sign a memorandum of understanding to partner on recovering critical minerals from phosphate mining wastewater.

Florida Poly and South Korean tech company partner for critical mineral research

Florida Polytechnic University and South Korean technology company Two-N Co., Ltd. joined forces on Oct. 29, to launch research in critical mineral recovery from phosphate mining byproducts. The collaboration establishes a multi-year framework for technical exchange, joint research and testing using advanced membrane distillation technology.

Dr. Devin Stephenson, president of Florida Polytechnic University, was named to the prestigious Florida 500 list for the third year years in a row.

President Stephenson earns third Florida 500 recognition

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.

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Game On: Florida Poly opens new Esports Arena

Florida Polytechnic University unveiled a new, state-of-the-art esports arena on Friday, Feb. 13, giving its 14 teams a premier place to practice, compete and host battles in today’s top esports games.

Florida Poly’s data science program ranks Top 10 in the U.S.

Florida Polytechnic University’s undergraduate data science degree program has been ranked No. 9 in the nation by TechGuide.org for 2026, placing it among prestigious institutions in the top 10 such as Stanford University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Duke University.

Killam Fellows broaden horizons through international exchange

Transitioning between cultures, educational expectations, and even changes in the weather is redefining the college experience for two students participating in the prestigious Killam Fellowships Program this academic year at Florida Polytechnic University.

$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.