Florida Polytechnic University’s new athletics program has received its first philanthropic gift, a $60,000 contribution from longtime Lakeland residents Bob and Deedra Knight. The milestone donation marks an exciting step forward for Florida Poly Athletics as the University builds its inaugural sports teams and gains support from the local community.
The Commission for Public Higher Education (CPHE) announced today that its Board of Directors has voted to grant accreditation to Florida Polytechnic University, marking the Commission’s first accreditation decision since its founding in 2025.
University and international leaders gathered at Florida Polytechnic University on Wednesday, Oct. 21, to celebrate the 80th anniversary of the U.S. State Department’s Fulbright Program alongside the nation’s 250th anniversary.
The Florida Polytechnic University Police Department has become the first law enforcement agency in the nation to integrate an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle into its operations. The manned aircraft, dubbed Astro in a double nod to science and the dog from the classic Jetsons cartoon, marks Florida Poly’s entry into the rapidly developing field of advanced air
Hundreds of students, families, faculty and staff gathered at Florida Polytechnic University campus on Saturday, Oct. 17, for Phoenix Family Day, exploring student life through hands-on demonstrations, games and fun. The annual event gave families an opportunity to experience campus, connect with the University community and see how their students are making Florida Poly their home away from home. Across
Florida Polytechnic University celebrated the grand opening of its University Safety and Operations Center (USO) on Thursday, Oct. 15, enhancing campus security, facilities services and emergency readiness as the University continues to grow.
If you’re into math and science – and looking for a high-demand profession – consider earning your college degree in engineering. A report by Georgetown University notes: “The most sought-after graduates hold degrees in so-called STEM fields: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Of the 2.5 million jobs added in the past year, one in four were in engineering, computer science, and science-related
LAKELAND, Fla. (June 4, 2015) – The Medical Engineering and Robotics Innovation for Tomorrow (MERIT) summer program has returned to Florida Polytechnic University for a third year, offering 14 area high school participants an intensive hands-on learning experience in health informatics, nanotechnology, renewable energy, surgical robotics and other high-demand industries using advanced technology. Participants have the opportunity to program robots,
Fifty middle-school students from Edward W. Bok Academy in Lake Wales received some basic lessons in physics while having fun during a recent field trip to Florida Polytechnic University, where they participated in an egg drop challenge and launched marshmallows with catapults they built. Dr. Susan LeFrancois, an Assistant Professor of Science and Logistics at Florida Poly, provided the students
The field of big data analytics involves data sets of extreme size, diversity and complexity. At Florida Polytechnic University, students who pursue a degree in Advanced Technology with a concentration in Big Data Analytics gain specialized knowledge in decision analysis, data mining, programming and data analytics. Big data analytics allow businesses and organizations to extract and synthesize useful information from sources that
The salary levels for IT professionals with an undergraduate degree in information technology will vary depending on the job candidate’s experience, the type of employer and role of the IT professional on the job. IT professionals are found at many companies that rely on computers and the Internet to interact with customers and handle some or all of their operations.
Are you a student interested in computer engineering? Florida Polytechnic University offers a rigorous, hands-on computer engineering curriculum geared to develop the next generation of computer engineering leaders. Here are a couple of important questions to think about while considering a computer engineering degree program: What should students look for and expect in computer engineering courses? What kind of coursework
Students keen on pursuing a degree in industrial engineering at Florida Polytechnic University will be equipped with the skills, experience and knowledge to kick-start a career in industrial engineering. Florida Poly’s technology-rich facility, distinguished faculty and hands-on learning environment enable students to graduate prepared to succeed in the competitive labor market. Florida Poly offers an undergraduate degree in Mechanical and Industrial
The need for computer engineers is on the rise and will keep growing through 2022, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. A Bureau of Labor Statistics report is projecting 18 percent growth from 2012-2022 for all computer occupations, with computer engineers who are software designers and developers accounting for four out of every 10 jobs. This demand for computer engineers
More than 100 guests attended the Florida Polytechnic University 2015 Scholarship Luncheon on April 22, which recognized and honored the generosity of donors who have supported the University and its mission with scholarship assistance for the Inaugural Class. The luncheon, catered by Fresco’s Bakery & Bistro, was held outdoors on the east terrace of the Innovation, Science & Technology Building.
On the final class day of its first academic year, Florida Polytechnic University has introduced the Phoenix as its official mascot. The concept was developed and voted on by students in the University’s inaugural class. The Phoenix, which derives from Greek mythology, is a long-living bird that is reborn again and again, rising from its ashes in a sign of
Sensor technology is a dynamic field that involves electrical or optical devices for monitoring and measuring an application or device. This information is utilized to improve a product’s functionality, processes and systems. The current growth in innovative sensor technology enables development of sensors and sensing systems to be used in practices such as health, environmental and safety issues. A growing
Florida Polytechnic University recently released Future Proof, a comprehensive digital innovation whitepaper on the advancement of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and its impact on Florida’s economy and education system. From business leader insights to the student perspective, Future Proof features a range of informative interviews. For example, Aubury Erickson, a student in Florida Poly’s Inaugural Class, discussed the
