With laptops ready and ideas buzzing, a fast-growing group of Florida Polytechnic University students meets each week to unwind, trade stories, and work on bringing their most ambitious and imaginative software projects to life.
About 170 high school counselors from across Florida explored the cutting-edge labs, hands-on curriculum, and modern housing at Florida Polytechnic University on Dec. 5, gaining a firsthand look at the transformative experience awaiting their savvy STEM students.
Dr. Jun Kim, an internationally recognized expert on advanced water treatment processes, has been selected to join an elite community of Fulbright Specialists by the U.S. State Department. Kim is an assistant professor of environmental engineering.
The time between applying for a job at global logistics company DHL and being hired as a full-time implementation specialist felt like a whirlwind process to Florida Polytechnic University senior Valerie Fontanez.
A pioneering new partnership between Florida Polytechnic University and The Skyway Organization, LLC aims to spark powerful developments in advanced manufacturing, materials science, aerospace and workforce development.
Equipped with bright orange vests, litter pickers and a positive attitude, a group of Florida Polytechnic University students aims to give back to the community by keeping a two-mile stretch of highway near campus free from trash. The portion of State Road 33 near Interstate-4 is maintained by the Mu Omega chapter of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
39 Industry-leading Companies to Help Shape Florida Polytechnic Curriculum at September 17 Summit LAKELAND, FL – More than 50 business leaders representing 39 firms focused on science, technology and engineering will come together next week at Florida Polytechnic University’s first Industry Partner Summit to help shape the university’s curriculum. Apple’s vice president of education, John Couch, will be the keynote speaker at
ORLANDO, Fla. — The University’s Board of Trustees voted today to approve the scholarship program for the 2014 class and will consider extending the program for additional classes. Incoming full-time undergraduate students to the new Florida Polytechnic University will receive scholarships valued at $5,000 per year for the first three years and $3,200 for the fourth year. Entering freshman students
ORLANDO, Fla., — Prospective students at the new Florida Polytechnic University will get a clearer picture on Monday of the likely scholarships they would be eligible for beginning in 2014. The University’s Board of Trustees will consider a proposal to provide scholarships to the inaugural undergraduate and graduate full-time, in-state students during its August 26 meeting at the Orlando International
Where were you born? On the Air Force Base in Okinawa, Japan. My father was in the Air Force at the time. Where did you go to high school? I graduated from Glens Falls High School in Glens Falls, New York in 2004. Were you in any organizations in high school? I ran track and cross-country. Where did you go to college? I graduated
Where were you born? Franklin Square, New York Where did you go to high school? Nature Coast Technical High School Were you in any organizations in high school? Management Club, Key Club, Peer Helpers and Construction Club Where did you go to college? Saint Leo University – Saint Leo, Florida Which organizations were you involved in? Sport Business Association, Student Ambassadors What did you study? I
Where were you born? Fort Myers, FL Where did you go to high school? North Fort Myers High School Were you in any organizations in high school? Yes, I played Volleyball, and was in the Environmental Club Where did you go to college? I received my Associate of Arts degree from Edison State College and received my bachelor’s degree from Florida Gulf Coast University
LAKELAND, Fla. – Prospective students at Florida Polytechnic University and their families will be able to get an in-person sense of the campus, classrooms and curriculum at a new $1 million Admissions Visitor Center office opening in November. This will be the first building to open to the public at the new Polytechnic campus on Research Way. “Florida Polytechnic University
For the students who participated in the MERIT Summer Robotics Camp, the program may be over, but the memories will live on forever. MERIT, which stands for Medical Engineering and Robotics Innovation for Tomorrow, was a joint effort between Florida Poly, All Saints Academy, and the Robotics Institute and Center for Urology at Winter Haven Hospital. The program lasted four
The State University System of Florida Board of Governors (BOG) unanimously approved Florida Polytechnic University’s 2013-2014 Work Plan at a meeting at the University of South Florida. Approval of the plan was a major milestone, as it enables Florida Poly to move forward with its strategies to recruit students, hire faculty, develop curriculum and establish industry partnerships. Chairman of Florida
Thank you to all the business and community leaders from around Polk County who have shown their support for Florida Poly. Last month, the city of Lakeland, Florida Poly Vision and the Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce held a special reception at the Lakeland Center to welcome Ava Parker, Chief Operating Officer. Lakeland Mayor Gow Fields spoke at the reception,
The Medical Engineering and Robotics Innovation for Tomorrow (Merit) Summer Robotics Program is in full swing, and the students are having a blast so far! The four-week summer program allows high school students to learn about medical imaging, radiation, pharmacotherapy, renewable energy, sterilization, and surgical robotics. Students attend lectures and learn about the latest medical surgical equipment including the DaVinci robotic
Students eager to apply to Florida Poly won’t have to wait much longer, as two seasoned professionals have been hired to head up the recruitment and admissions process. Scott Rhodes has been named the new Executive Director of Admissions and Beth A. Pierpont is the Associate Director. Rhodes has more than 14 years of experience in higher education, leading marketing and enrollment efforts for
