Florida Poly Athletics receives historic first gift from Knight family
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.
Commission for Public Higher Education grants accreditation to Florida Poly in historic first decision
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.
Diplomatic and University leaders meet at Florida Poly to honor 80 years of Fulbright excellence
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.
Florida Poly makes history with first flying police vehicle
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 […]
Florida Poly opens new home for campus safety and operations
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.
Florida Poly ranks No. 4 nationally for career outcomes
Florida Polytechnic University ranked No. 4 in the nation and No. 1 among public universities for career outcomes, according to WalletHub’s 2027 College & University Rankings, released Monday, Oct. 12.
Florida Poly hosts U.S. Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling for workforce development discussion
U.S. Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling visited Florida Polytechnic University on Wednesday, Oct. 7, to lead a roundtable discussion on preparing students for high-demand careers and meeting employer’s evolving workforce needs.
Future of nanoscience on display as research summit comes to Florida Poly
The tiny technology fueling some of the world’s biggest breakthroughs was front and center at Florida Polytechnic University during Florida Association for Nanotechnology’s annual NanoFlorida Conference.
Florida Poly unveils designs for new Student Achievement Center
Florida Polytechnic University has revealed the designs for its highly anticipated Student Achievement Center (StAC), a striking, ultramodern facility that will become the centerpiece of student life while supporting the University’s rapidly growing enrollment.
Florida Poly extends six-year run as No. 1 public college in the South
For the sixth consecutive year, Florida Polytechnic University is the No. 1 public college in the South according to U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Colleges Rankings, while continuing to gain national prominence in engineering and value. Florida Poly climbed 13 spots to No. 16 nationally among public engineering programs without a Ph.D. and ranked the No. 1 best value public school in the South.
