When state Rep. Brian Hodgers wanted to present a gift that represented the Space Coast to his fellow legislators, he turned to Florida Tech. The result: more than 150 custom 3D-printed rockets, designed and manufactured by students and staff.
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For some students, the next chapter begins right where the last one ended. Meet four Panthers who chose to stay for graduate school—and learn how it made all the difference. news.fit.edu/alumni/homeg...
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At the spring 2026 All Majors Career Fair, students connected one-on-one with employers, built relationships and explored opportunities with some of the nation's most sought-after companies.
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In 2025, Warren Pittorie ’15, ’18 M.S., ’22 Ph.D., was awarded the 2025 GOLD Ad Astra Award! Now a Boeing 737 first officer with Avelo Airlines, he continues to support Florida Tech as an engaged board member.
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Meteorology senior Zachary Kopel is working on a project in collaboration with the 45th Weather Squadron at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station that detects environments conducive to microbursts.
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Duane E. De Freese ’81 M.S., ’88 Ph.D., was honored with Florida Tech’s highest award—the Jerome P. Keuper Distinguished Alumni Award—at the 2025 Alumni Awards Gala!
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You've probably recently seen the viral images of a tiny Japanese macaque named Punch, and his stuffed toy. While the world is in awe of his hardship, Catherine Talbot, assistant professor of psychology, explains that his story is more nuanced. Learn more, below.
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Jordin Chandler '19 turned a presidential scholarship into a legacy of service, earning him Florida Tech's 2025 Outstanding Alumni Award. Learn about his journey, below. news.fit.edu/arts-communi...
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What do spacecraft, robots and electric air taxis have in common?
Professor Deborah Carstens says it’s simple: people. Drawing on work with NASA, she explains why human-centered design and trust matter most.
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Internships are where things start to click.
Four Florida Tech students share how part-time jobs and hands-on experiences helped them apply classroom theory in real-world settings, gain clarity on their career paths and build momentum before graduation.
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In February’s Presidential Perspectives, President Nicklow announces exciting news: Florida Tech is on The Princeton Review’s Mental Health Services Honor Roll, Crimson Crossing opens this fall, and 37 Hours of Giving is March 6–8. youtu.be/kTmYkewB2G0
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Another Florida Tech student experiment is headed to the International Space Station! 🚀
Four students had the winning project in the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program. Now, their research on neurodegeneration in microgravity is headed to space! news.fit.edu/academics-re...
You are loved! ❤️
Happy Valentine's Day, Panthers. 🐾🫶
To be well is to be healthy. Physically. Mentally. Emotionally. Whether for our students, faculty, staff or the greater community, at Florida Tech, we make wellness a priority. See some prime examples, below.
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The winter 2026 issue of Florida Tech magazine is out now! In this issue, we share stories about the people, programs and research that make the university unique.
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From three rented classrooms to a 130-acre campus—and still growing.
We're proud to unveil a new Campus Master Plan to support rising enrollment, innovation and student life. Built with community input, it’s a bold vision for the future of campus.
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Wins all around 🙌
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Florida Tech students juggle rigorous academics with athletics, clubs and social activities—learning just as much outside the classroom as inside. Hear from a scholar-athlete, the director of Esports and dean of students on how balance shapes the student experience. news.fit.edu/campus/balan...
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What does it take to keep a local music store alive in the digital age? Eight communication students explored that question in their senior design documentary, "More Than Music", spotlighting Bruce Marion of Marion Music and the community built around his store. news.fit.edu/arts-communi...
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At Florida Tech, premed and biomedical science students gain interdisciplinary training, hands-on lab experience and early exposure to medical school pathways that prepare them for careers in medicine and biotech. Learn about our medical programs, below.
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President Nicklow kicked off the season by throwing the first pitch at last week's baseball opener.
It was a great start to another exciting year for Florida Tech Athletics. Catch what's next on the schedule: floridatechsports.com/calendar
What do colleges really look for in applicants?
Florida Tech admissions and financial aid leaders share insider tips on grades, test scores, essays, scholarships, FAFSA and common mistakes to avoid. Originally featured in Issue No. 20 of Reinvented Magazine, discover their insights, below.
Studying in the Botans is top tier 🫡
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Inspired by Finding Nemo as a child, biological sciences alumna Shannon Barry ’25, Ph.D., is now advancing shark conservation through genetics research and public outreach—work that’s landed her on National Geographic’s SharkFest.
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In January’s Presidential Perspectives, President Nicklow looks forward to exciting spring events: a special lecture from Major General Timothy Sejba and the Northrop Grumman Engineering & Science Student Design Showcase. Let's make this a semester to remember—Go Panthers! 🐾
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Master's student Adrienne Lafond presented two research projects at the Esports Research Network Conference, showcasing how behavior analysis can improve communication and performance in collegiate esports.
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Provost John Z. Kiss is heading to SpaceCom 2026 to discuss the Moon’s critical role in the future of space exploration. He’ll join experts from NASA's Kennedy Space Center and various industry leaders for a panel, Jan. 29 in Orlando.
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From pilot to CEO and author, Kodey Bogart ’22 M.S., ’25 Av.D. is redefining what leadership in aviation looks like. For her, the sky is not a limit but an open invitation. Through her work she’s making sure the next generation knows it’s invited, too.
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From the same Florida Tech senior design team to supporting humanity's return to the moon. 🚀🌙
We're so proud to see these 2020 aerospace engineering grads Madeline Peña Cruz, Kelli Bara, Lauren-Ann Graham and John Watts, contributing to NASA's Artemis II mission.
Congratulations to Florida Tech alumna Suni Williams ’95 M.S. on her retirement from NASA after 27 remarkable years. A record-setting astronaut, ISS commander, and true trailblazer in human spaceflight. Thank you for inspiring generations, Suni. 🚀🐾
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