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 Polytechnic University has earned a Top-10 national ranking for graduates’ career outcomes in WalletHub’s 2026 College & University Rankings, released Monday, Oct. 13.
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.
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.
Hi everyone, I’m Beth Pierpont, director of admissions here at Florida Poly. I oversee all student recruitment efforts, working closely with our counselors to ensure we reach every high school and college fair in order to spread the word about Florida Poly. I also work closely with Scott Rhodes, Florida Poly’s executive director of enrollment services, and will be heavily involved
LAKELAND, Fla. – Florida Polytechnic University today celebrated the opening of its new 5,000-square-foot Admissions Center, the University’s first on-campus building to be completed and open to the public. The Admissions Center will provide prospective students and their families an in-person opportunity to meet with Admissions staff, tour the campus under construction and learn about Florida Poly’s mission, curriculum and
LAKELAND, Fla. – Florida Polytechnic University’s Board of Trustees today approved the contract for development of a 90,000-square-foot, on-campus residence hall that will include at least 216 bedrooms. The contract was awarded to Jacksonville-based Vestcor Communities, Inc., a subsidiary of The Vestcor Companies, following a formal, competitive request for statements of qualifications. The RFQ asked companies to build the residence
LAKELAND, Fla. – Florida Polytechnic University today signed an industry partnership agreement with A•C•T Environmental & Infrastructure, Inc. during a special signing ceremony at the company’s corporate office. The partnership will help to ensure industry-relevant learning experiences for Poly students while connecting A•C•T with emerging high-tech talent. “We are thrilled to collaborate with A•C•T and are grateful for their commitment
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – Protected Trust this week signed an industry partnership agreement with Florida Polytechnic University that will help to ensure industry-relevant learning experiences for Florida Poly students while connecting Protected Trust with emerging high-tech talent. As an industry partner, Protected Trust will support the University through activities that include providing industry insight and analysis, serving on University advisory
LAKELAND, Fla. – Officials from Florida Polytechnic University and Harris Corporation today gathered to sign the university’s first official industry partnership agreement during a special ceremony at Harris’ headquarters in Melbourne, Fla. The inaugural agreement follows Florida Poly’s successful Industry Partnership Summit held last month, in which 44 leading firms expressed interest in partnering with Florida Poly. “Collaborating with industry
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LT2_7my7fUk Ready to learn more about Florida’s most innovative university? Attend the Poly Premiere. The Poly Premiere is our way of bringing Florida Poly to you. We’re rolling out the purple carpet at movie theaters across the state to give potential students an in-depth look at what Florida Poly has to offer. You’ll hear from key members of our administration and
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I’m Lauren Willison, and I’ve been an admissions counselor at Florida Polytechnic University since July. Before joining the Florida Poly recruitment team, I worked at Edison State College in several departments, including the student life, admissions and the orientation departments As an admissions counselor, I attend college fairs and talk with students and guidance counselors at high schools around the
Florida Poly’s Director of Government Relations Rick Maxey, Director of Nanotechnology and Multifunctional Materials Programs Robert I. MacCuspie, Ph.D. and Professor Ryan Integlia, Ph.D. were among representatives from Florida’s 12 public universities who participated in the first C.W. Bill Young Research Day of the State University System of Florida at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. The one-day workshop with key defense leaders was
LAKELAND, Fla. – Forty-four innovating firms have expressed interest in partnering with Florida Polytechnic University, according to a report released today by the university. This level of business interest in Florida’s newest university follows Florida Poly’s first Industry Partner Summit on September 17, 2013. The event brought together nearly 100 decision makers from innovating companies including Harris Corporation, Cisco Systems,
Hi! I’m Scott Rhodes, executive director of enrollment services at Florida Polytechnic University. I’ve worked in higher education for more than 15 years at places like Shenandoah University, Duquesne University, Concordia University Irvine and St. Leo University. Some of these schools have been around for hundreds of years and have great legacies, but to me being part of a modern
